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3. Introduction
In the last few years, Global demand for
infrastructure and real estate ventures has
grown. According to a leading report, about
13% of India’s GDP will be contributed by
the construction industry by 2025. So, imagine
the contribution of the construction industry
towards the GDP of various developed
countries!
4. Introduction
In addition to that, the rise of cutting-edge
technologies like Artificial Intelligence/Machine
Learning, Building Information Modeling (BIM),
Virtual Reality and Artificial Reality will certainly
help bring about a radical change in the
construction industry.
For a long time, the construction industry was the
least advanced, in terms of digitization and
utilization of technologies, but this is about to
change dramatically in the next few years.
5. Introduction
Ai has already created the groundwork for the
construction industry’s digitization with BIM
technology. It’s mind-boggling to consider the
exponential growth of this industry and it is our
goal to keep up with the current demands and
trends of the construction industry while
maintaining high-quality production and
minimizing safety challenges.
“Prefabrication is a growing trend that has the
potential to overcome these challenges.”
6. What is Prefabrication?
Assembling the components of a building or a
structure in advance at a manufacturing site/factory, and
then bringing them to the construction site, is known as
prefabrication
Prior to the start of a project, a third-party provider
constructs and puts together a number of components
that will be used for the construction project.
Did you know? This practice is not new. Prefabrication
techniques date back more than a century ago!
But, during those times, prefabrication was associated
with off-site, modular buildings of interior quality, which
is why it failed to catch on.
7. What is Prefabrication?
However, BIM technology has revolutionized this
approach in the past few years. As the quality and
efficiency of prefabrication improve, it is becoming
more common. But, why is BIM proving to be a
catalyst for prefabrication?
By generating 3D models, BIM makes projects easier
to visualize. Accurate data about building materials
and the design of the construction project (thanks to
BIM) helps improve coordination of production. In
addition to that, BIM usage is helping to close the
productivity gap in prefabrication. By the year 2023,
modular construction is expected to grow by 6%.
8. 5 Ways Prefabrication can help your
Construction Project
Shorter Construction Duration
Enhanced Quality Checks
A Cost-Effective Practice
Sustainable Construction Practice
Better Safety
9. Shorter Construction Duration
This sort of modular construction project is considerably
faster than traditional construction.
According to a major study, a modular building can be
erected up to 50 percent faster than conventional
construction, allowing a project to go from inception to
completion swiftly and without difficulty, achieving a rapid
return on investment.
This is a result of improved up-front planning, avoidance of
on-site climatic variables, subcontractor planning and
scheduling delays, and the concurrent construction of many
sections.
Rather than focusing all of their attention and resources on
one or a few projects, construction firms are able to take on
numerous projects at once which allows their business to
grow and expand.
10. Enhanced Quality Checks
Since modular construction happens in a supervised
manufacturing setting and adheres to predetermined
standards, the structure’s subassemblies will be of uniform
quality.
The construction of structures built on-site is reliant on
differing skill levels and schedules of third-party
contractors. All of these things influence the craftsmanship
and quality of a construction.
With prefabrication, each subassembly is constructed by a
trained staff in a climate-controlled/weather-resistant factory,
followed by rigorous quality checks.
Certain building components are produced utilizing precise
machine technology to ensure code compliance which means
your construction project will adhere to the highest quality
standards.
11. A Cost-Effective Practice
Cost benefits would be one of the main advantages of
prefabricated building.
Despite the impression that custom-made products and/or
solutions are expensive, With prefabricated construction, the
overall costs are relatively low. Modular
construction accommodates various budgets and pricing
ranges, resulting in a cost-effective choice.
Frequently, prefabrication manufacturers gain bulk savings
from material suppliers, which trickle down to the construction
project’s final price. Additionally, modular design eliminates
the danger of unreliable contractors and inefficient
employees. In addition, the reduction in construction duration
can substantially reduce construction financing expenses.
12. Sustainable Construction Practice
Modular construction projects are frequently
praised for their sustainability and energy
efficiency capabilities. Traditional building
techniques necessitate additional materials, which
generate waste.
Conversely, because prefabricated subassemblies
are manufactured in a factory (controlled
environment), excess materials can be recycled
on-site. This is a significant improvement over
transferring waste from regular building sites
directly to landfills.
13. Sustainable Construction Practice
In addition, the regulated environment of a factory
enables more precise construction, tighter joints,
and improved air filtering, which in turn enables
improved wall insulation and improvements in
energy efficiency.
According to a number of studies, the
environmental benefits of certain prefabricated
components can range from 20 to 60 percent
when compared to a conventional construction of
the same type (when a variety of life cycles are
examined)
14. Better Safety
The safety and security of the employees,
laborers, and others in the vicinity of the site is
one of the most significant worries people have
about the on-site construction process. There are
numerous things that could go wrong, putting
people’s lives at risk. In addition to on-site
dangers, people are exposed to weather hazards.
With prefabricated construction, a substantial
portion of the work is performed in a factory
environment, which considerably minimizes the
danger of on-site accidents.
15. Conclusion
Throughout the construction phase, workers adhere to
stringent safety regulations and protocols. This
substantially minimizes the likelihood of workplace
accidents, injuries, and liabilities. Moreover, in the
post-pandemic environment of the twenty-first century,
off-site building means that there are few workers on
the site, maintaining social distance and safety for all.
As the manufacturing sector grows globally, we are
starting to realize that new solutions in the AEC
industry may accomplish so much more. Expect to
see fully furnished modular rooms shipped to your
doorsteps in the future, ready for installation!