Construction Management | Modular Construction Methods

Civil Engg
Construction Management
Modular Construction Methods
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Contents
Introduction............................................................................................................... 4
Literature Review........................................................................................................ 5
Methods................................................................................................................... 7
Conclusion................................................................................................................ 7
References................................................................................................................ 7
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Introduction
The topic chosen is the modular construction methods. Here, 3 product options which are
present in the Australian as well as the worldwide markets have been studied. Their pros &
cons are seen in detail including the costs. The possible improvements in the technology are
considered to enhance the environmental conditions.
Now a days , the modular design is becoming popular in the market. There is always an effort
to make the project more viable commercially. The users, engineers as well as the architects
are moving to modular solutions in various fields. There are certain reasons for this rising
trend. The first and the foremost reason is that the various modules available for the complete
system or design can be fabricated beforehand ( prefabrication ) and then next step is to
transport these modules to the main site. At the main site, the various modules can be
assembled to provide the complete system. This helps to save the time for actual construction
at the site. This trend is gaining popularity in residential areas, hospitals, hostels etc. where
the same type of design needs some repetition pattern. In cases where the time needed for
construction is very much restricted or the construction site has lesser space for actual on-site
construction process, the modular method is very helpful. The time needed for the setting of
the plaster as well as the cement can be saved. The number of workers to be engaged on-site
also decreases. If the construction site is located at a remote place, then labour rates will
increase at such places and also the raw material transportation will cost a lot. Hence, the
price will go up for construction process. In Australia, the mining sector is growing faster.
The mining sites are generally located at remote places. Hence, modular designs are very
helpful at such locations if the cost is considered, the modular construction methods are very
good. The risk is reduced in this method as the number of on - site labourers is less. Also, the
quality is better.
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