This is one of the largest water supply projects facilitated by DIMO.
The ceremonial commissioning of the safe water supply project was held with the participation of His Excellency, Prime Minister Mahinda Rajapaksa on 17th February 2020.
Puhulpola Reservoir is the main source of water supply of this Rs 2.4 billion worth project which provides safe drinking water to over 3000 families in Badulla district who have been suffering from the shortage of safe drinking water for a long time.
The project covers 12 Grama Niladari divisions including Ettampitiya, Uva, Mahawelagama, Neludanda, Dehiwinna and Hinnarangolla.
Chairman & Managing Director of DIMO, Ranjith Pandithage said ‘’DIMO is in the forefront of developing country’s infrastructure in Power, Water management, transportation and many more aspects, keeping with DIMO’s purpose to fuel dreams and aspirations of the communities it serves.
DIMO's expertise in the field of engineering enabled us to bring world-class technological solutions to the country while improving the quality of life of Sri Lankans.’’
“DIMO provided a fully-fledged high lift pump station, Booster pump station from KSB, Alum and lime dosing system, Chlorination system, Generators, Level monitoring system, Overhead cranes, Backwash automation system and Sampling pumps covering the whole mechanical and electrical scope of the Ettampitiya water supply project” commented, Chaminda Ranawana - Executive Director of DIMO.
With the proven track record of completing successful projects and company’s expertise in M&E scope of work and its relationship with world renowned brands such as KSB, resulted in securing this project for DIMO.
Company was also able to complete its scope of work in this project earlier than expected.
“Over the past 50 years, DIMO has been working closely with National Water Supply and Drainage Board contributing to a vast number of water projects around the country.
In 2018, DIMO became the CIDA-C2 accredited contractor for civil construction work of the water projects in the country.
This enabled us to cater both civil construction and M&E scope of work in any water project.
With government's initiative to enhance the pipe borne water supply coverage in the country, DIMO now can contribute immensely for any type of water project in Sri Lanka, “he further added.
DIMO is the authorized representative in Sri Lanka for best German brands such as KSB and Demag which further optimizes its capacity for initiating projects of this sort.
DIMO’s exceptional service with error-free installation, testing and commissioning as well as the trust that the company has gained over the years, have made way for DIMO to represent these types of projects in Sri Lanka.
DIMO is equipped with the technology, expertise and a highly talented staff and aspires to enhance the livelihoods of people with its myriad of services in power, water management, transportation, agriculture and many more.
Photo Captions
1.) DIMO Executive Director Chaminda Ranawana and General Manager (Industrial Engineering and Project Management) Chandima Samarasinghe with the Industrial Engineering Team at the opening ceremony
2.) Mechanical & Electrical scope of work implemented by DIMO for Ettampitiya project
