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Good job.

cc mynd44

Mr Kola007, can you open your bible and read the Book of John 4:48 (Unless people see they won't believe)

So post pics next time!

I'm sure this is not the first time your attention has been called to this.

Which brand of PVC are you promoting? And what is it made off? Is it wood like the Chinese brand or galvanized steel like the Turkish brand?

@ agarawu23, who are we supporting for the Nairaland Men's contest.

N50k is a very juicy prize money o

Admiring Jazz In Brass

Uberness:
It is very interesting to know that unlimited data + 24/7 Internet can be possible in our Nigeria .
I genuinely wish to have first hand reviews from anybody that is enjoying the "privilege"
In Engineering, you have to consider cost. Is the price over the top? Is it Reasonably Practicable?
Can you please give a more detailed suggestion as per ISPs. I'm sure many would be interested. Thanks

All ISPs in Nigeria should be able to give you dedicated Internet data service but the delivery channel is always the problem.
Interference from uncontrolled frequencies (all thanks to sleeping NCC), inexperienced NOC/Field Support engineers, zero consumer protection (No Value Business), rogue Access Points, type of receiver, data capping/bandwidth throttling, shared plans and many more are the reasons for slow speed.
NEPA sef join as reliable networks will run mainly on Generating set or solar backup and not PHCN to maintain at least 85.9% uptime (I'm not even sure we have many ISPs that can guarantee that time).

How many of us monitor speeds, uptime and downtimes of our internet service providers? How many of us sign SLA agreement with our ISPs?

For corporate organizations, there might be need to setup dedicated Point-to-Point or Point-to-MultiPoint Networks (up to 50km radius or more on clean frequencies) for reliable services. Some residential estates do this also for guaranteed uptime.

Cost is a one-time setup and is almost negligible when you look at it.

Inground Hydraulic Parking in Nigeria?

Is this possible? Some will argue "No" and I will say "Yes"

Pics and video later on this thread.

Uberness:
We all have several demands for unlimited data, only concern here is how reliable these services will be as we all buy in.
I once went to an spectranet's office as a new customer to buy their service, while sitting in the reception, all the customers in their office that day were for one complain & failed service or the other.
I went back home that day with out buying.
This was my own personal experience, if things are actually better than this, I'd love to know.

Internet users will always complain like PHCN customers because most ISPs don't have a reliable support service and do not have experienced WIMAX engineers. All they want is to recoup their investment even if it means "no value" to their end users. Some times, the basic modem/router supplied to end users may not be enough to deliver right service to user but what they do is to just sign ion people without considering how they'll be served.
One easy way to get it right is to let them know you want dedicated Internet and sign a 99.9% Service Level Agreement with them.

Some will argue "Can this happen in Nigeria?" And I'll say "Yes, it is possible" but at an extra cost.

Uberness:
House, this "smart" discussion is getting interesting.
The major obstacle I see in the InternetOfThings in Nigeria is the InternetForThings.

Internet is not the obstacle. We have it. The last mile to the consumer has always been the prob so I use legacy devices to reach my ISPs and do basic NATting to use 2 ISPs on one router. One as backup while the other is the main link.

You just need to know how to do load balancing and have a good bandwidth manager to allocate resources to priority users/devices.

Meraki USA is one good device I've used for this before. You may also look for other good routers with Dual WAN. TP-Link has some budget priced ones.

Trust me the InternetForThings is there anytime, anyday.

vicol:
@msogunro
My observation from the section of the report posted.
* Your location is within the basement complex of Nigeria i.e bedrock terrain.
* Overburden means formations overlaying the bedrock.
* The more overburden of a porous and permeable formation, the more the likelihood of getting appreciable ground water source. In your report, It is just 6ft (2m) or thereabout and you might still have some layer of laterite or clay which are porous but not permeable.
* If there is no aquifer zone found within the overburden then then next target should be weathered formation or fractured zone within the basement. Do you have any stated in your report? You can confirm from the person that carried out the geophysical survey, if not stated in the report.
* Depth recommended to drill is 240ft - 270ft is much (Stand to be corrected) except there is a fractured zone of interest or the weathered zone depth is much. Note, The deeper you drill the fresher(Harder) the hard rock become.

* Check for history of drilled boreholes and wells around your site.

Much respect.

eleojo23:
What then does one even gain from being patriotic to this country?

Nothing!

WeldHome:
This looks pretty nice. Not a place for stubborn and playful kids to live in tho...

It's the master's suite. A place the Oga at the top would like to unwind without leaving the comfort of his bedroom. Inside almost 80m², you can be anything you like without disturbing anyone.

WeldHome:
Where do you get all these books from?

Amazon and I also have a good supplier of book of interest in Lagos.

WeldHome:
Sounds pretty interesting. I'm really interested in this your work, not as a customer but a student tho...

Kindly keep us updated on the work. Thanks and God bless..

Again, I'm not a lecturer. I'm equally a student with a strong will and determination.

I read a lot. For the glass structure im doing, here's something I'm reading at the moment. It has all the interesting details, plans, material list and elements needed so it make the work easier.

@ WeldHome, this might be the final look of the work when completed. At least that's what the Oga OK'd for now.

Already in talks with a glass bending company in Amuwo Odofin.

WeldHome:
Is the channel meant to be visible after the job is done or you'll cover it with something? Also, will there be a concrete deck within that area you're fabricating the U-channel?

That's why I used U channel and not H because I don't want the channel to be visible and also want a well finished flat face.

Sure, there'll be a deck. Composite metal deck. You know about it.

lastpage:
@Brabus:
is there no way the Frame below (from your pix) can be achieved without cutting and re-welding the iron?
I have Pressure./Press moulding in mind. So as to still maintain uniform structural strength.

Also, what is the thickness of the H-frame used?

I am sure other builders are learning new things from you.

Lastpage!

**smiles**

I know I'm in for another Big one cos you knew how to push me to extreme. I only have pressure machine for bending tubes on site

The shape could be achieved with an electronically programmed Tube Bender for a more perfect shape and to maintain its solid form.

The U Channel used is 3mm guage.

We will get there on day.

WeldHome:
I like your posts and just like you, I love learning.. It's inspiring coming on here to see people doing things. Hope you have room for apprenticeship?

WeldHome, I'm not a Pro in this field! I'm just a go-getter like one of my friend here.

Impossible is not in my record.

I used "U" channel for the bending because I might end up using curved glass (toughened) for the balustrade. For now, it's glass or nothing else according to the client.
It'll be easy to fix the glass to the frames you know.

Keep up the good job and let's keep exchanging ideas here and everywhere else

It's great fun you know.

I knew I had to allow you take much needed break off the forum.

Also, the junk food ran out of stock! Nothing more to feed the trolls.

I'm sure you'll be more disappointed to see me do otherwise or playing the overgrown baby game.
I hope you do understand the reason for my actions.
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Alcoholic Hennessy for Hajji Mufutau55's joint. T'ori Olorun.
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By the way, I've not given up on my window burglar proof project. Ill definitely update you when I'm through.

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Sir Excuzeme was here to check you out and left a heart touching and mature message for the forum.
He ended up editing the message though.

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Again, welcome while I go and look for money to buy your Hennessy. But baba, you for allow me rest na. O sa mo condition ti mo wa

Welcome back Sir Lastpage!

While you are away...

Good morning from NextHome, Nigeria.

44chux:
I used to think you were in Lagos.
Abi Lagos na Las Vegas where people don't sleep?

Hope no be the free night unlimited data you dey always stay up use

**smiles**

Unlimited data on limited sleep by Mr Jack. Care to know why I was up till late.

I'm actually doing this.

When there's clear instruction of "Maintenance Free Build", the selections are carefully considered.

Galvanized Binding Wire | Rust and Corrosion Free

#ConstantlyEvolving

msogunro:
Care to share how much it costs and how much it would have costs us in the traditional method? I'm interested...

Concrete is around N25,000/m². The Steel Deck (to finished floor) is around N16,000/m²

*finished floor is not final floor finish but concrete floor

Still in the business of joining Sheets to Angle Bars

NextHome | Safintra World Class Roofing

I love doing it differently when I have the chance. Check out http://www.safintra.co.za

44chux:
More grease to ur elbow. More petrol to ur fire.

Amen. More grace, mercy and favour to the client who afford us the great opportunity.

God bless everyone of us.

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Precast lintels | Next Update on NextHome Design+Build Website

Shape of things to come

Steel Decking | Adding additional 26m² without breaking bank.

ANBAKO:
Welding is an hobby to you?
I have a feeling that you don't know what welding entails, that is why you think it is hobby.

Welding angle irons and rebar isn't "welding" my brother.
There is a lot to welding that all those.

Anyways, I wish you well in your new hustle!!!


Do good for good to come your way!!!

**smiles**


Additional 26m² of livable space added to the master's bedroom.
Serious joining/welding of angle bars happened yesterday.


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ohx4jMylMrI

@ msogunro, I wish I'm closer to you. I'd really love to have those boulders to create a very beautiful garden wall at The Chateau.

E ku Ise takuntakun o.

msogunro:
Ah... What can't a malam do?

For now, the boulders will rest. Next step is the fence. I understand my neighbor is chancing me.

This is clearly an issue of wants vs priority. I'll choose perimeter fencing if found is similar situation.

Boulders can wait!

msogunro:
"Jack of all trades"

I appreciate your input.

As in..