General
& Special
Conditions.
General Conditions.
How the KOTO system functions in all sorts of scenarios:
The KOTO system is an incredibly versatile lightweight system that can be mounted on traditional raft slabs, strip footings, screw piles, concrete piles or, where bad soil conditions occur, on Koto K-Pod raft foundations. It features options for both high impact resistance and excellent security.
Now, 150mm and 200mm wide forms are considered industry standard, however, any size form can be manufactured in our facilities to suit the most adverse requirements or conditions, whether it be freezing, severe high temperatures, or cyclonic wind-speeds. These insulated permanent forms have pre-moulded core holes and bond-beams, ready for easy placement of reinforcing steel and concrete to connect the thickened ground edge-beam via the engineered multiple columns to the top bond-beam, herein providing a diaphragm shear wall system. All other core holes left open are ideal for inserting computer cables, electrical, plumbing and air-conditioner pipes.
For maximum flexibility and convenience, the same forms are used on both low cost housing, and up-market housing, with the only differentiating feature being the finish the architect chooses.
KOTO has designed the system such that no fixings are required (where a builder may neglect/forget to install fixings correctly), adding to the speed of construction, without sacrificing quality and performance. The Koto 8 K-Block Forms arrive on site complete with a permanently bonded, smooth, composite reinforced finish that takes very little top-coat finishing to suit the architects’ vision and specifications.
Special Conditions.
How the KOTO system functions in all sorts of special scenarios, even in the most adverse conditions:
The KOTO 8 system has an astounding number of remarkable engineering options available. For example - in war zones, Koto 8 walling can be made to be bullet proof, and specifically designed to prohibit trucks from forcefully trying to ram into homes. The correct configuration of K-Blocks can even be made to handle severe high cyclonic wind conditions.
Additional insulation (if required) can be factory made and fitted to suit any environment. Curved and unusual elements are computer generated but are generally laid up by hand. Detailing can be provided at an additional cost, however, all contractors who use the Koto system report that, due to the design and ease of installation, they prefer to make minor site adjustments themselves if required.
