PLANK & JOIST ROOFING SYSTEM- Production and Construction Guide

This manual has been prepared as part of a project on 'Delivery Model for Eco-friendly Multi Hazard Resistant Construction Technologies and Habitat Solutions in Mountain States', which has been implemented in Uttarkashi (Uttarakhand) under the TIME LEARN (Technology Innovation in Mountain Ecosystem Livelihood Enhancement through Action Research andNetworking) programme of the Department of Science and Technology. The project envisage to introduce new system of construction in the region which are resource and energy efficient, can be produced locally in a decentralized production setup, cost effective and easy to adapt. Considering all the above factors, Precast Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) Plank and Joist roofing technology was proposed in the region. The technology was produced locally at an enterprise unit setup developed under the project. The local artisans and entrepreneurs were trained in the technology specifications, production and its implementation through demonstration buildings at the project area.