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Showing posts with label modular construction. Show all posts
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
Saturday, July 19, 2008
Why Modular is Better?
Traditional method of building process brings all the workers, machineries, and materials to the ground where the building is to be constructed. It contributes to the same problems plaguing construction industry for so long; over-reliance of cheap labour, inconsistent quality, prone to delays, substantial material waste, and dangerous working environment to name a few.
IBS provides means to improve this building process which give advantages to the industry. Among the benefits of IBS are:
Cost
• Requirement of few on-site workers significantly reducing labour cost for contractors (installers).
• Minimum material waste through quality control and continuous improvement.
• Sustainability as component moulds could be used repeatedly for different projects, allowing economic of scale and reduction in amortisation cost.
• Exemption of the Construction Levy on residential developments with at least 50% of IBS content
Quality
• Consistent high quality-controlled products through practice of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Eliminate substandard product through ‘zero-defect’ programme.
• Skilled workers with specific scope of works improve efficiencies and reduce errors.
Time
• Faster completion of projects due to advance off-site preparations and efficient installations.
• Manageable construction schedule by the use of planning control, estimated lead time and forecasted down time.
• Not affected by weather element as off-site production allows 24-hours operation.
Safety
• Promote safe and systematic factory working environment.
• Safer working environment as minimal work is required on-site.
• Cleaner sites due to timely material delivery, systematic components storage, reduction of construction material and waste on-site.
IBS provides means to improve this building process which give advantages to the industry. Among the benefits of IBS are:
Cost
• Requirement of few on-site workers significantly reducing labour cost for contractors (installers).
• Minimum material waste through quality control and continuous improvement.
• Sustainability as component moulds could be used repeatedly for different projects, allowing economic of scale and reduction in amortisation cost.
• Exemption of the Construction Levy on residential developments with at least 50% of IBS content
Quality
• Consistent high quality-controlled products through practice of Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
• Eliminate substandard product through ‘zero-defect’ programme.
• Skilled workers with specific scope of works improve efficiencies and reduce errors.
Time
• Faster completion of projects due to advance off-site preparations and efficient installations.
• Manageable construction schedule by the use of planning control, estimated lead time and forecasted down time.
• Not affected by weather element as off-site production allows 24-hours operation.
Safety
• Promote safe and systematic factory working environment.
• Safer working environment as minimal work is required on-site.
• Cleaner sites due to timely material delivery, systematic components storage, reduction of construction material and waste on-site.
Thursday, June 26, 2008
Modular Home Industry Leading in Construction Innovations
Modular homes are becoming more standardized in their over all construction making them more appealing to potential buyers. This standardization, that makes retrofit and repair constructions for the home owner easier and more convenient have made modular homes look even better when it comes time to construct a new home.
With materials for remodeling and repair easily available, those DIY projects are easier to handle. In the early days of modular home construction, many manufacturers used fit and finish materials that didn't match mainstream construction, materials. They often used materials that were especially designed for fast and machine or special tool construction. Now more and more, because of new innovations in building materials in general, modular home manufacturers are using the same types of tool, equipment and materials that are used in finish for conventional construction methods. None the less, being able to use common materials and supplies has added one more facet to the booming market for modularly constructed homes.
The two very different methods of construction have actually closed the gap between themselves in that with the development of new tools and equipment that first started out only being used in modular home construction facilities, many of the methods of construction once only used in modular construction are now being used in both industries. Contractors like the idea of the quicker methods of framing used in modular factories. Many of the new tools and fastener systems that were developed for factory constructed homes are now common items found at conventional home construction sites.
Many years ago, as new fasteners and finish materials started to emerge into the modular construction industry, they often didn't meet the standards set down for conventional construction methods. Not to say there was any thing wrong with how modular homes were constructed; it was more an issue of how the construction process was handled and what types of materials and fasteners needed to be used under varying construction methods. Inside factory setting vs. outside exposed to the elements conventional construction.
As time progressed and the modular construction industry enhanced, improved and developed new materials, equipment, fasteners and methods, the gap between the standards closed. Today, many types of fast, yet durable methods of construction that were once only used in modular construction are not regularly used in conventional construction. What was once done only with hammer and nails is now done with nail guns and glue. Nail gun and brad nailers were once exclusively used in the modular home construction industry. But as the types of equipment and strength of fasteners improved, they became increasingly popular in the conventional construction trade as well. The increase in speed and durability added greatly to the effectiveness of conventional construction.
Not only were faster durable framing techniques born from the modular housing industry, but also many other aspects of home construction as well. From drywall, electrical and plumbing all the way through to the fit and finish of cabinetry in some manner or fashion today employ methods that were first proven in the modular home construction industry. So today, with the gap between the two methods, material and construction wise ever closing and the gap in costs still significant, modular homes are becoming a better choice for many homes buyers, with good reason
New methods and techniques are always on the horizon and the modular home industry, being in the forefront , always looking for ways to improve, will certainly bring to light new ideas and innovations that will only make modular homes even more durable, affordable and appealing to home buyers.
Source:-
Scott Best is a freelance writer in association with http://newmodularinfo.comRead more of his articles at http://newmodularinfo.com/articles/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Scott_Best
With materials for remodeling and repair easily available, those DIY projects are easier to handle. In the early days of modular home construction, many manufacturers used fit and finish materials that didn't match mainstream construction, materials. They often used materials that were especially designed for fast and machine or special tool construction. Now more and more, because of new innovations in building materials in general, modular home manufacturers are using the same types of tool, equipment and materials that are used in finish for conventional construction methods. None the less, being able to use common materials and supplies has added one more facet to the booming market for modularly constructed homes.
The two very different methods of construction have actually closed the gap between themselves in that with the development of new tools and equipment that first started out only being used in modular home construction facilities, many of the methods of construction once only used in modular construction are now being used in both industries. Contractors like the idea of the quicker methods of framing used in modular factories. Many of the new tools and fastener systems that were developed for factory constructed homes are now common items found at conventional home construction sites.
Many years ago, as new fasteners and finish materials started to emerge into the modular construction industry, they often didn't meet the standards set down for conventional construction methods. Not to say there was any thing wrong with how modular homes were constructed; it was more an issue of how the construction process was handled and what types of materials and fasteners needed to be used under varying construction methods. Inside factory setting vs. outside exposed to the elements conventional construction.
As time progressed and the modular construction industry enhanced, improved and developed new materials, equipment, fasteners and methods, the gap between the standards closed. Today, many types of fast, yet durable methods of construction that were once only used in modular construction are not regularly used in conventional construction. What was once done only with hammer and nails is now done with nail guns and glue. Nail gun and brad nailers were once exclusively used in the modular home construction industry. But as the types of equipment and strength of fasteners improved, they became increasingly popular in the conventional construction trade as well. The increase in speed and durability added greatly to the effectiveness of conventional construction.
Not only were faster durable framing techniques born from the modular housing industry, but also many other aspects of home construction as well. From drywall, electrical and plumbing all the way through to the fit and finish of cabinetry in some manner or fashion today employ methods that were first proven in the modular home construction industry. So today, with the gap between the two methods, material and construction wise ever closing and the gap in costs still significant, modular homes are becoming a better choice for many homes buyers, with good reason
New methods and techniques are always on the horizon and the modular home industry, being in the forefront , always looking for ways to improve, will certainly bring to light new ideas and innovations that will only make modular homes even more durable, affordable and appealing to home buyers.
Source:-
Scott Best is a freelance writer in association with http://newmodularinfo.comRead more of his articles at http://newmodularinfo.com/articles/
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Scott_Best
Wednesday, June 4, 2008
Modular Buildings - A Portable and Low Cost Construction Alternative
We are often surprised by the rapid transformation of a vast landscape - a shopping center, a business park etc. Some of those buildings are built using modular construction techniques. These buildings are constructed in a factory and then shipped in sections to the chosen building site. Modular buildings can be built as offices, medical buildings, portable classrooms, and buildings for retail businesses. Modular building solutions can also be used for healthcare, education, commercial, construction, or government purposes. Whether you need a modular building for extra storage or for your up and coming business, there is a modular building solution available for these types of buildings as well as many others.
Modular buildings have great solutions to all of your building needs. When you need a mobile office, a portable classroom, a new building for your retail business, or an arena for sports and entertainment do not hesitate to consider modular buildings. Even if you desire a building for medical uses like a clinic or a lab, modular building solutions can be the answer to your building prayers. If you desire temporary office space, a mobile office will give you just that. These types of buildings offer a faster building time and the construction is dependable and durable. Modular buildings are built in a factory and therefore they do not suffer from weather damage like traditional buildings do when they are constructed at the chosen building site. Modular buildings are energy efficient, the buildings are inspected, and they met all building codes.
When looking for flexible construction that can be built to meet your specific wants and needs, look no further than modular buildings. Modular building solutions are of service for construction offices, industrial or commercial buildings, and residential sales offices. Almost every type of building, business, or home can be easily built through modular construction. Modular buildings guarantee high quality construction with an attractive finish.
Floor plans are available to give you the look that you desire or you can customize your new modular building to achieve a unique floor plan not found anywhere else. You also get to choose the interior and exterior designs of your modular building to fit your wants and needs. All you will need to do is to find a company who is willing to work around your ideas and then they will help you to create a floor plan that is a one of a kind modular building for your business, home, or storage needs. Modular building solutions are an easy and effective way to get the look that you want for the business or home that you are creating at a price and floor plan that you can live with.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Natalie_Aranda
Modular buildings have great solutions to all of your building needs. When you need a mobile office, a portable classroom, a new building for your retail business, or an arena for sports and entertainment do not hesitate to consider modular buildings. Even if you desire a building for medical uses like a clinic or a lab, modular building solutions can be the answer to your building prayers. If you desire temporary office space, a mobile office will give you just that. These types of buildings offer a faster building time and the construction is dependable and durable. Modular buildings are built in a factory and therefore they do not suffer from weather damage like traditional buildings do when they are constructed at the chosen building site. Modular buildings are energy efficient, the buildings are inspected, and they met all building codes.
When looking for flexible construction that can be built to meet your specific wants and needs, look no further than modular buildings. Modular building solutions are of service for construction offices, industrial or commercial buildings, and residential sales offices. Almost every type of building, business, or home can be easily built through modular construction. Modular buildings guarantee high quality construction with an attractive finish.
Floor plans are available to give you the look that you desire or you can customize your new modular building to achieve a unique floor plan not found anywhere else. You also get to choose the interior and exterior designs of your modular building to fit your wants and needs. All you will need to do is to find a company who is willing to work around your ideas and then they will help you to create a floor plan that is a one of a kind modular building for your business, home, or storage needs. Modular building solutions are an easy and effective way to get the look that you want for the business or home that you are creating at a price and floor plan that you can live with.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Natalie_Aranda
Saturday, May 10, 2008
Tuesday, November 6, 2007
Modular Construction: Evolution of the Construction Industry
The major advantage of full industrialisation of the building industry is that quality architecture can be delivered to the vast majority of people. Industrialisation also means the aggregation of a pool of project or large market into fractions of works that can be divided among smaller productions and therefore simplifying the production and reducing the costs. The status quo of the industry is still on the first four degrees of the industrialisation that consists of prefabrication, mechanisation, automation and robotics. Whereas, industrialisation of the building industry covers the fifth degree, reproduction. Reproduction simply means to find innovative process that eventually will short-cut the repetitive linear operations of the traditional production line. Industrialised Building System are much more evolved from the traditional prefabrication or precast method and it requires a major overhaul of the current industry practise.
Below are a video showing modular construction in other parts of the world
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