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On Saturday, May 18, the first-ever VIASTA community festival<\/strong> was launched at Simei MRT\u2019s Viaduct after six months of dedicated research and stakeholder engagement led by the Singapore University of Technology and Design (SUTD<\/a>) and SingHealth<\/a>. Simei residents desired to see underutilised MRT viaducts transformed into inclusive spaces promoting sustainable and healthy living for their community.<\/p>\n

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Over 300 VersiTank\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> 555 and 553 modules were assembled and fastened with industrial cable ties to craft innovative booths, seats, and tables, embodying sustainability and adaptability in design. After the festival, the modules were dismantled and repurposed into street furniture within the Simei neighbourhood.<\/p>\n

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Project Credits<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n

Design & Construction: SAA Architects<\/a>
\nVersiTank\u00ae\u00a0<\/sup> Supplier:\u00a0Elmich<\/a>
\nPhoto Credits: SAA Architects and SUTD Positive City Lab<\/p>\n

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VersiTank\u00ae<\/sup><\/a>, made from recycled polypropylene material, is a high-strength and lightweight interlocking sub-surface stormwater infiltration or storage tank which allows water to be discharged into the surrounding soil or via controlled release to connected stormwater pipes or when enveloped in an impervious membrane allows retention or temporary storage of stormwater for re-use or release.<\/p>\n

VersiTank\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> modules are easily assembled on-site by clipping together lightweight, high-strength interlocking panels. Assembled units can be interlocked vertically and horizontally, ensuring the system remains stable under trafficable or high-weight-bearing load areas.<\/p>\n

For further information on VersiTank\u00ae<\/sup><\/a> \u00a0and other products and services offered by ELMICH<\/strong>, please contact:<\/p>\n


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\n<\/strong>15 Joan Road Singapore 298899
\nPhone:\u00a0 +65 6356 2800
\nFax:\u00a0 + 65 6353 2800
\nEmail:\u00a0 info@elmich.com
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