The document is the 2011 Annual Report of the Modular Building Institute. It provides an overview of the Modular Building Institute, which serves as the international trade association for the commercial modular construction industry. It also summarizes key aspects of permanent modular construction, including the industries it serves, data collection methods, global outlook, and case studies. The report focuses specifically on permanent modular construction and its advantages over traditional site construction in terms of time, waste reduction, and quality control.
Claims Management Challenges in the Modularized Construction EnvironmentCharles Fournier
This document discusses the challenges of claims management in modular construction projects. It notes that while modular construction has benefits like reduced costs and schedule, the offshoring of module fabrication has fragmented project execution across different locations, companies, and legal jurisdictions. This fragmentation can make claims management difficult due to organizational and data silos that make delays and causes of issues less visible. It also discusses challenges around data ownership, retention, and access that claims managers may face. The document argues that modular construction needs an integrated project execution model that addresses these challenges through strategies like standardized data collection frameworks and dispute resolution processes.
The document is the 2014 Annual Report to the President of the United States from the National Institute of Building Sciences. It summarizes the Institute's work over the past year through its various councils and committees. The report discusses the Institute's efforts in areas such as industry leadership and advocacy, security and disaster preparedness, facility performance and sustainability, and information resources and technologies. It also highlights some of the Institute's projects from the past year and recognizes individuals for their contributions to improving the built environment.
ZF2 Modular Architecture - Taking advantage of itSteve Maraspin
Zend Framework 1 had modules. Their name is pretty much everything Zend Framework 2 modules share with them, though. The whole framework architecture has been rewritten to encourage software reuse and extension. In this talk I’ll share our experiences on ZF2 module creation and usage.
Devoxx 2012 University session "Modular Architecture Today" demonstrating how to apply some of the modularity patterns to build a system with a modular architecture.
NUSSLI Group is an international provider of temporary and modular structures for events, trade fairs, and exhibitions. They have decades of experience in planning, supplying, and constructing unique structures. Their flexible organization and focus on customer needs allows them to efficiently implement customized projects around the world. They have their own construction and manufacturing capabilities to support quality and speed in project delivery.
Modular construction involves prefabricating building units or modules in a factory setting and transporting them to the construction site for assembly. Modules are built using standardized dimensions for compatibility and can be assembled quickly. Modular construction offers advantages like reduced construction timelines and material waste while promoting industrialization and standardization. However, it also has disadvantages like higher transportation costs and limited design customization options compared to traditional construction methods. The goal of modular coordination is to improve construction productivity through industrialization using standardized sizing and positioning of building components.
This document discusses industrialized building systems (IBS) and modular coordination. It defines IBS as building systems where prefabricated structural components are manufactured off-site and assembled with minimal work. Modular coordination standardizes dimensions to facilitate industrial production and assembly of building components. The document outlines various IBS classifications including frame, panel and box systems. It notes advantages like reduced labor, waste and faster completion compared to traditional construction methods.
Modular Construction In India : Opportunities and challenges pdf notesFluidconstructions
The "Modular Construction in India: Opportunities and Challenges" PDF notes offer an insightful exploration of a burgeoning trend in the construction industry. The document delves into the concept of modular construction and its potential applications within the Indian context. It examines the opportunities presented by modular construction methods, such as increased efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Additionally, the notes address the unique challenges that may arise in implementing modular construction practices in India, including regulatory hurdles, cultural considerations, and infrastructure limitations. Through a combination of case studies, analysis, and expert insights, the document provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with modular construction in India. It serves as a valuable resource for industry professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders seeking to capitalize on the benefits of this innovative approach to building construction.
Claims Management Challenges in the Modularized Construction EnvironmentCharles Fournier
This document discusses the challenges of claims management in modular construction projects. It notes that while modular construction has benefits like reduced costs and schedule, the offshoring of module fabrication has fragmented project execution across different locations, companies, and legal jurisdictions. This fragmentation can make claims management difficult due to organizational and data silos that make delays and causes of issues less visible. It also discusses challenges around data ownership, retention, and access that claims managers may face. The document argues that modular construction needs an integrated project execution model that addresses these challenges through strategies like standardized data collection frameworks and dispute resolution processes.
The document is the 2014 Annual Report to the President of the United States from the National Institute of Building Sciences. It summarizes the Institute's work over the past year through its various councils and committees. The report discusses the Institute's efforts in areas such as industry leadership and advocacy, security and disaster preparedness, facility performance and sustainability, and information resources and technologies. It also highlights some of the Institute's projects from the past year and recognizes individuals for their contributions to improving the built environment.
ZF2 Modular Architecture - Taking advantage of itSteve Maraspin
Zend Framework 1 had modules. Their name is pretty much everything Zend Framework 2 modules share with them, though. The whole framework architecture has been rewritten to encourage software reuse and extension. In this talk I’ll share our experiences on ZF2 module creation and usage.
Devoxx 2012 University session "Modular Architecture Today" demonstrating how to apply some of the modularity patterns to build a system with a modular architecture.
NUSSLI Group is an international provider of temporary and modular structures for events, trade fairs, and exhibitions. They have decades of experience in planning, supplying, and constructing unique structures. Their flexible organization and focus on customer needs allows them to efficiently implement customized projects around the world. They have their own construction and manufacturing capabilities to support quality and speed in project delivery.
Modular construction involves prefabricating building units or modules in a factory setting and transporting them to the construction site for assembly. Modules are built using standardized dimensions for compatibility and can be assembled quickly. Modular construction offers advantages like reduced construction timelines and material waste while promoting industrialization and standardization. However, it also has disadvantages like higher transportation costs and limited design customization options compared to traditional construction methods. The goal of modular coordination is to improve construction productivity through industrialization using standardized sizing and positioning of building components.
This document discusses industrialized building systems (IBS) and modular coordination. It defines IBS as building systems where prefabricated structural components are manufactured off-site and assembled with minimal work. Modular coordination standardizes dimensions to facilitate industrial production and assembly of building components. The document outlines various IBS classifications including frame, panel and box systems. It notes advantages like reduced labor, waste and faster completion compared to traditional construction methods.
Modular Construction In India : Opportunities and challenges pdf notesFluidconstructions
The "Modular Construction in India: Opportunities and Challenges" PDF notes offer an insightful exploration of a burgeoning trend in the construction industry. The document delves into the concept of modular construction and its potential applications within the Indian context. It examines the opportunities presented by modular construction methods, such as increased efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and sustainability. Additionally, the notes address the unique challenges that may arise in implementing modular construction practices in India, including regulatory hurdles, cultural considerations, and infrastructure limitations. Through a combination of case studies, analysis, and expert insights, the document provides readers with a comprehensive understanding of the opportunities and challenges associated with modular construction in India. It serves as a valuable resource for industry professionals, policymakers, and stakeholders seeking to capitalize on the benefits of this innovative approach to building construction.
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This document proposes a Cobot Fleet Management System (CFMS) that uses cloud and edge computing to manage multiple collaborative robots (cobots) in factories. The CFMS has a dual-sided architecture with cloud-based centralized control and management, and edge computing nodes that bridge communication between the manufacturing floor and cloud applications. The CFMS is intended to automate and simplify cobot development, deployment, operation, and maintenance. It would collect health and production data from cobots, enable simulation and design tools in the cloud, and provide predictive maintenance and error notifications to support zero downtime.
MIDCO is a market leader in India for petroleum dispensing pumps and technologies for over 40 years. It has ISO 9001 certification and manufactures modular, compact dispensing units with interchangeable parts at its state-of-the-art factory. MIDCO provides integrated solutions for equipment and automation needs through partnerships with global companies and services major clients across India like ONGC, IOC, and HPCL.
How do we add some sanity to the process of constructing microservices and provide guidelines and design heuristics on restructuring microservices. In this talk we will look at life after running microservices architectures in production and learn from the mistakes committed over the past five years. We will analyze real life systems on the criteria for consolidating microservices into monoliths or moduliths based on technical and business heuristics as illustrated In [4]. The techniques - a combination of mapping microservices to core technical attributes [2] reduced by affinity mapping and business domain context distillation [3] - have emerged from working with a number of customers where the value of microservices has not been realized despite leveraging Domain Driven Design.
1. Essay on this topic : https://hackmd.io/10j-7DfqSIu1C8GQjHa1Bw?view
2. https://content.pivotal.io/blog/should-that-be-a-microservice-keep-these-six-factors-in-mind
3. https://medium.com/nick-tune-tech-strategy-blog/core-domain-patterns-941f89446af5
4. https://twitter.com/RKela/status/1227188151887843329/photo/1
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The document discusses the oneM2M initiative which was formed in 2012 by seven standards development organizations to develop global standards for machine-to-machine communications. It aims to address the fragmentation and lack of standard interfaces that have hindered the M2M market by creating a common horizontal service layer. This would simplify application development, improve interoperability between solutions, and help realize the full potential of the M2M market. The oneM2M partnership is working to release specifications and promote adoption of its standards to help consolidate the fragmented M2M landscape.
NRB MAINFRAME DAY 04 - Yann Kindelberger - New generation of application arch...NRB
This document discusses modernizing legacy application architecture. It describes moving from monolithic to microservice architectures by refactoring applications into self-contained systems (SCS) modules. This allows embracing new technologies while reusing existing code. Operational Decision Manager is also discussed as a way to externalize business rules from code for improved agility. The overall approach emphasizes APIs, DevOps practices, and leveraging tools like Application Discovery and Delivery Intelligence to transform legacy applications.
IRJET- Analysis of Modular Housing Technique Perception and Identification it...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a research paper that analyzed the modular housing technique and identified impediments to its use. It began with an abstract that described the research objectives of identifying the current use of modular techniques, stakeholders' perceptions of benefits and barriers, and investigating impediments. It then reviewed literature on modular housing and prefabricated construction. The methodology section described the survey approach used to collect stakeholder perceptions. Key findings included that modular construction can reduce environmental impacts, costs, and schedule while improving quality, but high design and transportation costs are barriers. In conclusion, modular techniques show potential if modernized and introduced on a larger scale for more sustainable construction.
Flexible and Scalable Modelling in the MONDO Project: 3 Industrial Case Studi...Alessandra Bagnato
Today, system designs and their management are crucial parts of most systems development processes. To stay competitive engineers from several expertise domains use Model-Based engineering (MBE) to design the systems they intend to implement in order to specify, test, simulate, validate and iterate their design as soon as possible. System designs are living and evolving artefacts this imply to be able to manage them in an efficient and agile way. The MONDO FP7 EU project aims to comprehensively tackle the challenge of scalability in system design and management by developing the theoretical foundations and an open-source implementation of a platform and will offer to Model-Driven Engineering (MDE) users advanced flexibility in their different modeling approaches. This paper describes three different industrial demonstrators and three different modelling approaches that will be utilised to evaluate the capabilities of the MONDO technologies. For each demonstrator the interests of the industrial user partners are described along with their current and desired improvements in technologies to support MBE in a much more flexible way. Specific evaluation scenarios are specified for each of the targeted industrial domains as well.
The AUTOWARE project is funded by the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation Horizon 2020. The project aims to push forward an open CPPS ecosystem, allowing SMEs to develop digital automation cognitive solutions.
AUTOWARE will connect several initiatives for strengthening the European SME offer on cognitive autonomous products. It will help manufacturing companies to innovate their business model by implementing novel technologies and digitising their processes.
These slides presents an overview of the project, such as the project's objectives, target users, partners, technology developed, etc. Check this out to learn more about the project.
Modular design involves subdividing a system into smaller, discrete modules that can be independently created and used in different systems. This approach offers benefits like reduced costs, flexibility in design, and the ability to augment systems by adding new modules. Modular design is seen in many areas like vehicles, where parts like engines can be added or removed without altering the rest of the car. It is also used in computer hardware, where components like processors, graphics cards, and storage drives can be easily upgraded or replaced using standardized interfaces. The modular approach allows for customization while maintaining the advantages of standardization in manufacturing.
Better Digital Products with Micro Frontends and ModyoEmma Parsons
With micro frontends you can create better digital experiences for millions of customers. This helps you understand how you can add value to your digital products through micro frontends.
1. The document provides guidelines for modeling systems of systems and internet of things using Capella and ARCADIA.
2. It discusses modeling constituent systems as separate Capella projects due to different stakeholders.
3. The "system to subsystem transition" feature in Capella allows creating sub-projects to represent constituent systems.
4. Capella library projects can be used to reuse components or systems across projects.
BEML Limited is a public sector company headquartered in Bangalore, India that manufactures equipment for several industries including mining and construction, defense, and rail and metro. It was established in 1964 and has three business verticals and nine manufacturing units across India. BEML manufactures products like earth moving equipment, metro coaches, defense vehicles, and rail equipment. It has a vision to become a market leader in its industries and expand internationally through strategic partnerships and joint ventures.
Project COLA is an Innovation Action funded by the European Commission as part of the Horizon 2020 Programme. The COLA project started in January 2017 and will last 30 months. The consortium includes 10 companies and 4 research organisations from multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, Hungary, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain and Germany.
Project COLA is using MiCADO - Microservices-based Cloud Application-level Dynamic Orchestrator - services which can monitor an application at run-time and will automatically scale it up or down in order to optimise application execution based on the user-defined multidimensional set of QoS (Quality-of-Service) parameters.
The housing crisis continues to worsen as cities are increasingly falling behind in building housing solutions. As Cities become denser, bringing the modules in by crane and dropping them atop the podium may be sometimes the only solution.
With the right use of Modular technology the gap between aesthetics and affordability can be closed.
In this presentation, we explore the top ten reasons why modular mezzanines are an excellent solution for enhancing floor space in various settings. Modular mezzanines maximize vertical space, offering a cost-effective and quick installation process that minimizes operational disruptions. They are customizable to fit specific needs, enhancing operational efficiency and flexibility. Additionally, modular mezzanines improve inventory management, increase property value, and come with enhanced safety features. Choosing modular mezzanine manufacturers, such as Spanco Storage Systems, ensures that you receive high-quality, sustainable, and environmentally friendly solutions to optimize your space effectively.
Cloudsoft enables enterprises to develop, deploy, and manage distributed applications in the cloud using its software toolkit. The toolkit includes tools for application mobility (Monterey), runtime management (Brooklyn), and cloud portability (jclouds). Brooklyn automates deployment, scaling, and optimization of applications across multiple clouds according to business policies. Several use cases demonstrate how Cloudsoft helps businesses address challenges like real-time risk analysis, cloud portability, global data compliance, and modernizing existing applications for the cloud.
The document discusses modern methods of construction (MMC), specifically off-site and on-site construction. Off-site construction involves prefabricating building elements or modules in a factory setting and transporting them to the construction site for assembly. Key benefits of off-site construction include time savings, improved quality control, addressing skills shortages in the industry, and potential cost reductions. Common forms of off-site construction are volumetric construction (three-dimensional modules assembled on site), modular construction, and panelized construction.
Modular design allows companies to reduce costs through standardized manufacturing processes and components. It also enables greater product diversification and customization by allowing modules to be combined in different ways. Additionally, modular design streamlines procurement through reduced part counts and inventory, facilitating stronger partnerships with fewer suppliers.
This document provides information about modular construction company Genesis Homes. It summarizes their benefits for multi-family housing projects, including reduced costs, risks, and community impact from constructing off-site. Floor plans and specifications are provided for various multi-family housing unit types ranging from duplexes to 24-unit complexes. Contact information is given for Don Brooks Wolfe to discuss modular construction opportunities.
Skid units for man camps, oil field man camps, gas field man camps, modular construction solutions for oil and gas field man camps, temporary housing for oil and gas fields,
Cobot fleet management system using cloud and edge computing bukharyConference Papers
This document proposes a Cobot Fleet Management System (CFMS) that uses cloud and edge computing to manage multiple collaborative robots (cobots) in factories. The CFMS has a dual-sided architecture with cloud-based centralized control and management, and edge computing nodes that bridge communication between the manufacturing floor and cloud applications. The CFMS is intended to automate and simplify cobot development, deployment, operation, and maintenance. It would collect health and production data from cobots, enable simulation and design tools in the cloud, and provide predictive maintenance and error notifications to support zero downtime.
MIDCO is a market leader in India for petroleum dispensing pumps and technologies for over 40 years. It has ISO 9001 certification and manufactures modular, compact dispensing units with interchangeable parts at its state-of-the-art factory. MIDCO provides integrated solutions for equipment and automation needs through partnerships with global companies and services major clients across India like ONGC, IOC, and HPCL.
How do we add some sanity to the process of constructing microservices and provide guidelines and design heuristics on restructuring microservices. In this talk we will look at life after running microservices architectures in production and learn from the mistakes committed over the past five years. We will analyze real life systems on the criteria for consolidating microservices into monoliths or moduliths based on technical and business heuristics as illustrated In [4]. The techniques - a combination of mapping microservices to core technical attributes [2] reduced by affinity mapping and business domain context distillation [3] - have emerged from working with a number of customers where the value of microservices has not been realized despite leveraging Domain Driven Design.
1. Essay on this topic : https://hackmd.io/10j-7DfqSIu1C8GQjHa1Bw?view
2. https://content.pivotal.io/blog/should-that-be-a-microservice-keep-these-six-factors-in-mind
3. https://medium.com/nick-tune-tech-strategy-blog/core-domain-patterns-941f89446af5
4. https://twitter.com/RKela/status/1227188151887843329/photo/1
Alcatel-Lucent Motive Team: Motivation 2013: ONEM2M: Bringing Global Stand…Motive, Alcatel-Lucent
The document discusses the oneM2M initiative which was formed in 2012 by seven standards development organizations to develop global standards for machine-to-machine communications. It aims to address the fragmentation and lack of standard interfaces that have hindered the M2M market by creating a common horizontal service layer. This would simplify application development, improve interoperability between solutions, and help realize the full potential of the M2M market. The oneM2M partnership is working to release specifications and promote adoption of its standards to help consolidate the fragmented M2M landscape.
NRB MAINFRAME DAY 04 - Yann Kindelberger - New generation of application arch...NRB
This document discusses modernizing legacy application architecture. It describes moving from monolithic to microservice architectures by refactoring applications into self-contained systems (SCS) modules. This allows embracing new technologies while reusing existing code. Operational Decision Manager is also discussed as a way to externalize business rules from code for improved agility. The overall approach emphasizes APIs, DevOps practices, and leveraging tools like Application Discovery and Delivery Intelligence to transform legacy applications.
IRJET- Analysis of Modular Housing Technique Perception and Identification it...IRJET Journal
This document summarizes a research paper that analyzed the modular housing technique and identified impediments to its use. It began with an abstract that described the research objectives of identifying the current use of modular techniques, stakeholders' perceptions of benefits and barriers, and investigating impediments. It then reviewed literature on modular housing and prefabricated construction. The methodology section described the survey approach used to collect stakeholder perceptions. Key findings included that modular construction can reduce environmental impacts, costs, and schedule while improving quality, but high design and transportation costs are barriers. In conclusion, modular techniques show potential if modernized and introduced on a larger scale for more sustainable construction.
Flexible and Scalable Modelling in the MONDO Project: 3 Industrial Case Studi...Alessandra Bagnato
Today, system designs and their management are crucial parts of most systems development processes. To stay competitive engineers from several expertise domains use Model-Based engineering (MBE) to design the systems they intend to implement in order to specify, test, simulate, validate and iterate their design as soon as possible. System designs are living and evolving artefacts this imply to be able to manage them in an efficient and agile way. The MONDO FP7 EU project aims to comprehensively tackle the challenge of scalability in system design and management by developing the theoretical foundations and an open-source implementation of a platform and will offer to Model-Driven Engineering (MDE) users advanced flexibility in their different modeling approaches. This paper describes three different industrial demonstrators and three different modelling approaches that will be utilised to evaluate the capabilities of the MONDO technologies. For each demonstrator the interests of the industrial user partners are described along with their current and desired improvements in technologies to support MBE in a much more flexible way. Specific evaluation scenarios are specified for each of the targeted industrial domains as well.
The AUTOWARE project is funded by the EU Framework Programme for Research and Innovation Horizon 2020. The project aims to push forward an open CPPS ecosystem, allowing SMEs to develop digital automation cognitive solutions.
AUTOWARE will connect several initiatives for strengthening the European SME offer on cognitive autonomous products. It will help manufacturing companies to innovate their business model by implementing novel technologies and digitising their processes.
These slides presents an overview of the project, such as the project's objectives, target users, partners, technology developed, etc. Check this out to learn more about the project.
Modular design involves subdividing a system into smaller, discrete modules that can be independently created and used in different systems. This approach offers benefits like reduced costs, flexibility in design, and the ability to augment systems by adding new modules. Modular design is seen in many areas like vehicles, where parts like engines can be added or removed without altering the rest of the car. It is also used in computer hardware, where components like processors, graphics cards, and storage drives can be easily upgraded or replaced using standardized interfaces. The modular approach allows for customization while maintaining the advantages of standardization in manufacturing.
Better Digital Products with Micro Frontends and ModyoEmma Parsons
With micro frontends you can create better digital experiences for millions of customers. This helps you understand how you can add value to your digital products through micro frontends.
1. The document provides guidelines for modeling systems of systems and internet of things using Capella and ARCADIA.
2. It discusses modeling constituent systems as separate Capella projects due to different stakeholders.
3. The "system to subsystem transition" feature in Capella allows creating sub-projects to represent constituent systems.
4. Capella library projects can be used to reuse components or systems across projects.
BEML Limited is a public sector company headquartered in Bangalore, India that manufactures equipment for several industries including mining and construction, defense, and rail and metro. It was established in 1964 and has three business verticals and nine manufacturing units across India. BEML manufactures products like earth moving equipment, metro coaches, defense vehicles, and rail equipment. It has a vision to become a market leader in its industries and expand internationally through strategic partnerships and joint ventures.
Project COLA is an Innovation Action funded by the European Commission as part of the Horizon 2020 Programme. The COLA project started in January 2017 and will last 30 months. The consortium includes 10 companies and 4 research organisations from multiple countries, including the United Kingdom, Hungary, Sweden, Switzerland, Spain and Germany.
Project COLA is using MiCADO - Microservices-based Cloud Application-level Dynamic Orchestrator - services which can monitor an application at run-time and will automatically scale it up or down in order to optimise application execution based on the user-defined multidimensional set of QoS (Quality-of-Service) parameters.
The housing crisis continues to worsen as cities are increasingly falling behind in building housing solutions. As Cities become denser, bringing the modules in by crane and dropping them atop the podium may be sometimes the only solution.
With the right use of Modular technology the gap between aesthetics and affordability can be closed.
In this presentation, we explore the top ten reasons why modular mezzanines are an excellent solution for enhancing floor space in various settings. Modular mezzanines maximize vertical space, offering a cost-effective and quick installation process that minimizes operational disruptions. They are customizable to fit specific needs, enhancing operational efficiency and flexibility. Additionally, modular mezzanines improve inventory management, increase property value, and come with enhanced safety features. Choosing modular mezzanine manufacturers, such as Spanco Storage Systems, ensures that you receive high-quality, sustainable, and environmentally friendly solutions to optimize your space effectively.
Cloudsoft enables enterprises to develop, deploy, and manage distributed applications in the cloud using its software toolkit. The toolkit includes tools for application mobility (Monterey), runtime management (Brooklyn), and cloud portability (jclouds). Brooklyn automates deployment, scaling, and optimization of applications across multiple clouds according to business policies. Several use cases demonstrate how Cloudsoft helps businesses address challenges like real-time risk analysis, cloud portability, global data compliance, and modernizing existing applications for the cloud.
The document discusses modern methods of construction (MMC), specifically off-site and on-site construction. Off-site construction involves prefabricating building elements or modules in a factory setting and transporting them to the construction site for assembly. Key benefits of off-site construction include time savings, improved quality control, addressing skills shortages in the industry, and potential cost reductions. Common forms of off-site construction are volumetric construction (three-dimensional modules assembled on site), modular construction, and panelized construction.
Modular design allows companies to reduce costs through standardized manufacturing processes and components. It also enables greater product diversification and customization by allowing modules to be combined in different ways. Additionally, modular design streamlines procurement through reduced part counts and inventory, facilitating stronger partnerships with fewer suppliers.
This document provides information about modular construction company Genesis Homes. It summarizes their benefits for multi-family housing projects, including reduced costs, risks, and community impact from constructing off-site. Floor plans and specifications are provided for various multi-family housing unit types ranging from duplexes to 24-unit complexes. Contact information is given for Don Brooks Wolfe to discuss modular construction opportunities.
Skid units for man camps, oil field man camps, gas field man camps, modular construction solutions for oil and gas field man camps, temporary housing for oil and gas fields,
Don "Brooks" Wolfe is a business development professional with over 20 years of experience in sales and marketing for the modular construction industry. He specializes in identifying commercial project opportunities and developing new markets. Wolfe has a proven track record of implementing strategies to increase sales, such as developing a pipeline of over $120 million in commercial projects and securing veterans housing projects. He is skilled in strategic planning, marketing, customer relationship building, and analytics.
This document provides an overview of how modular building practices can align with and benefit from the US Green Building Council's LEED building rating system. It examines how modular construction approaches various LEED credits within the Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, Innovation and Design, and Regional Priority categories. While site-specific credits depend more on project location, modular building is well-suited for credits involving construction choices, materials selection, and construction processes due to its controlled manufacturing environment and waste reduction capabilities.
The document discusses how modular home construction can help reduce housing costs in Philadelphia. Modular construction involves building much of the home off-site, which can significantly lower costs compared to traditional stick-built construction. Philadelphia has some of the highest construction costs in the country, making it difficult to provide affordable housing. Adopting modular construction techniques could increase the number of affordable housing units built each year by 20% or more. While modular homes offer cost savings and other benefits, stick-built construction provides more design flexibility and supports local labor jobs. The report provides a full analysis of the pros and cons of each approach.
The document defines contracting terms humorously through short one-liners. It describes a contractor as someone who never gets to participate in bidding. It says a bid opening is a poker game where the losing hand wins, and a bid is a wild guess carried out to two decimal places. It also humorously defines terms like low bidder, engineer's estimate, project manager, critical path method, OSHA, strike, delayed payment, completion date, liquidated damages, auditor, and lawyer.
Modular Construction Report from the folks at McGraw-Hill. Report reflects data on the advantages of systems built modular construction techniques and solutions.
IDBS was formed by combining the experience of Excel Homes, All American Building Systems, and Mod-U-Kraf, totaling over 300 years of experience in multi-family and commercial construction. IDBS uses modular construction techniques to build a variety of project types across the country, including apartments, hotels, military housing, senior living, student housing, and more. Their controlled factory environment allows them to complete projects faster while meeting high standards for quality, sustainability, and design.
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1. permanent
modular
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2011 Annual Report
The Voice of Commercial Modular Construction™
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2. COMPANY PROFILE: our
global membership
MODULAR BUILDING INSTITUTE
Founded in 1983, the Modular Building Institute (MBI) is the only international non-profit trade association serving
the modular construction industry. Members are manufacturers, dealers and contractors of commercial modular
building projects, as well as associates supplying building components, services, and financing.
Members are located in 12 countries around the globe and provide all types of building space, from relocatable buildings
to complex multi-story permanent construction projects. MBI’s mission is to grow the industry and its capabilities by
encouraging innovation, quality, and professionalism through communication, education, and recognition. Canada
United Kingdom
Poland
Each year, MBI hosts World of Modular, the largest gathering of professionals in the modular construction industry.
The next World of Modular will be held March 24-26, 2012 in Orlando, Florida. United States Portugal
Afghanistan
For more information about the industry visit, www.modular.org.
Mexico
Peru
ABOUT THE Industry: Chile Australia
South Africa
Commercial Modular Construction
New Zealand
Commercial Modular Buildings are non-residential factory-built structures designed to meet federal, provincial,
state and local building codes and in some cases designed to be relocated. The commercial modular building
industry is comprised of two distinct divisions:
Permanent Modular Construction – PMC is an innovative, sustainable construction delivery method TABLE OF CoNTENTS
utilizing offsite, lean manufacturing techniques to prefabricate single or multi-story whole building solutions in
deliverable module sections. PMC buildings are manufactured in a safe, controlled setting and can be constructed
about pmc 4-5
of wood, steel, or concrete. PMC modules can be integrated into site built projects or stand alone as a turn-key
solution and can be delivered with MEP, fixtures and interior finishes in less time, with less waste, and higher mcgraw-hill/ FMI reports 6-7
quality control compared to projects utilizing only traditional site construction.
sustainability: minimizing waste 8-9
Relocatable Buildings – A partially or completely assembled building that complies with applicable codes, key markets served 10-15
and state regulations, and is constructed in a building manufacturing facility using a modular construction process.
Relocatable modular buildings are designed to be reused or repurposed multiple times and transported to different data collection 16-19
building sites. Global outlook 20-21
This report focuses on the Permanent modular construction case studies 22-24
(PMC) Buildings division with a north american focus. see page 20
2010 summary 25
for our global outlook.
BOARD OF DIRECTORS & mbi STAFF 26
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3. Whistler Athletes’ Village
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About
PERMANeNT
MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
Countless industries regularly use permanent modular The term “modular” describes a construction method or
construction including schools, banks, restaurants, hospitals, process where individual modules stand alone or are assembled
medical clinics, day care centers and correctional facilities – just to together to make up larger structures. Unlike relocatable
name a few. The number of industries [as measured by the North buildings, PMC structures are intended to remain in one
American Industry Classification System (NAICS)] that utilize our location for the duration of their useful life.
services are numerous, but the most common categories include:
An important but subtle difference for this report is that
236116 New Multifamily Housing Construction modular construction refers to three-dimensional building
236210 Industrial Building Construction “modules” that are prefabricated off site and transported to the
Unique to modular construction, while modules are being assembled same time, and then brought together in the same factory to
236220 Commercial and Institutional Building Construction site to make up the entire building, rather than prefabricated
in a factory, site work is occurring at the same time or in some form a building. This process often allows modular construction
mechanical systems or wall assemblies.
cases prior to construction. This allows for much earlier building times of half that of conventional, stick-built construction.
The primary benefits of permanent modular construction
occupancy and contributes to a much shorter overall construction
include: Permanent modular buildings may be Type V (wood frame,
period, reducing labor, financing and supervision costs. Saving even These practical time and money saving alternatives to site-
combustible) or Type II (steel, concrete, non combustible) and
1. Streamlined construction process (in many cases more time and money, nearly all design and engineering disciplines built buildings effectively meet the specialized needs of diverse
can have as many stories as building codes allow.
occupancy occurs 50 percent faster than with are part of the manufacturing process. businesses. Customers served by modular construction include
conventional construction) federal, state, provincial, and local governments, school boards,
Primarily, four stages make up a modular construction project.
2. Resource efficient – less labor and fewer materials First, design approval by the end user and any regulating
Also unique to modular construction is the ability to simultaneously corporations, non-profit organizations, retail establishments,
wasted. construct a building’s floors, walls, ceilings, rafters, and roofs. healthcare providers, as well as individuals, partnerships, and
authorities; second, assembly of module components in a
3. Reduced environmental impact – less site During site-built construction, walls cannot be set until floors are sole proprietorships. Other uses include medical facilities, airport
controlled environment; third, transportation of modules to a
damage, less material exposure and less waste in in position, and ceilings and rafters cannot be added until walls facilities, military installations, restaurants, churches, and remote
final destination; and fourth, erection of modular units to form
landfills. are erected. On the other hand, with modern modular methods of telecommunications stations.
a finished building.
construction, walls, floors, ceilings, and rafters are all built at the
Commercial modular buildings are non-residential structures, Modular contractors manufacture buildings (or contract to
60% to 90% completed “off-site” in a controlled environment, have buildings manufactured) at off-site locations. Responding Modular Construction Schedule
.
and transported and assembled at the final building site. This can to customer requests, they typically operate as general
Design Permits & Site Development & Install & Site
comprise the entire building or be components or subassemblies contractors on projects, coordinating the delivery, installation, Eng. Approvals Foundations Restoration
Time Savings
of larger structures. In many cases, modular contractors work site work and finish of the building. Construction primarily Building Construction at Plant
with traditional general contractors to leverage the resources and occurs indoors away from harsh weather conditions preventing
advantages of each type of construction. damage to building materials and allowing builders to work in
comfortable conditions.
Site Built Construction Schedule
Design Permits & Site Development & Building Site
Eng. Approvals Foundations Construction Restoration
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4. SMART MARKET REPORT FMI Survey Shows Modular as
McGraw-Hill Construction Growth Opportunity
McGraw-Hill Construction recently released its latest SmartMarket Report, Prefabrication FMI Corporation, the largest provider of management consulting, investment banking and research
and Modularization: Increasing Productivity in the Construction Industry which provides to the engineering and construction industry, reported in its fourth quarter 2010 Nonresidential
insight into the role that prefabrication/modularization can have on improving productivity Construction Index (NRCI) that modular construction is considered a growth opportunity for the
in construction—including impacts on project schedule, costs, safety, quality and waste industry.
reduction.
The NRCI report indicates that in light of the long recession, more contractors are thinking lean and
Through techniques that have been around for decades, prefabrication/modularization looking for ways to build for less. FMI asked about one trend that could help make the construction
are seeing a renaissance as technologies, such as BIM, have enabled better integration business leaner and more efficient, the growth of prefabrication and modular construction. Although
of prefabricated/modular components; as changes in design such as the emergence of the trend for greater use of off-site construction has been growing slowly for years, the recession
green have made certain advantages of prefabrication/modularization more important; and new technologies are set to increase the use of manufacturing processes and environments for
and as innovative offsite techniques have emerged. Out of over 800 architecture, construction.
engineering and contracting (AEC) professionals surveyed:
Only 11% of the panelists surveyed expected growth for the next three years to be less than 1%, or
• 66% report that project schedules are decreased - 35% by four weeks or more less than expected GDP growth. Thirty-seven percent expect growth to be between 1% and 5%,
• 65% report that project budgets are decreased - 41% by 6% or more but 49% expect growth to exceed 5%. Panelists expect this area to grow faster than the market
• 77% report that construction site waste is decreased - 44% by 5% or more in general due the growing use of BIM, owners wanting projects faster and for lower cost, safety,
quality and the shortage of skilled labor once markets return to more normal growth.
"Prefabrication and modular construction processes have
“
been used for years, but today, with the emergence of new “This report confirms what we’ve believed for a long time, that modular construction is poised
technologies and construction practices, we have the ability for take-off,” said Tom Hardiman, Executive Director of the Modular Building Institute. “Over the
Lean Construction, BIM, and Green Building Trends:
to utilize these strategies to create innovative and quality past five years there has been a growing interest in the commercial modular construction market
buildings, while also improving construction productivity," What is most striking about prefabrication/ from building owners and investors alike. We expect to see continued growth for our commercial
said Harvey Bernstein, Vice President of Industry Insights modularization is its ability to enable all building providers as the modular construction industry continues to adopt innovative and efficient
and Alliances at McGraw-Hill Construction. "These reported these trends, in addition to being more construction techniques.”
”
productivity benefits of prefabrication and modularization are
prominent because of them. It [modular
particularly exciting in today's economy given the benefits of The NRCI is a quarterly report by FMI which is a sampling of construction industry executives
creating superior buildings while saving cost, time and waste."
construction] brings all of them together to
voluntarily serving as panelists for surveys about industry trends. The responses are based on their
improve productivity in construction.
experience and opinions, and the analysis is based on FMI’s interpretation of the aggregate results.
For more information, or to download the free report, visit:
http://construction.com/market_research.
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5. sustainability
minimizing waste
It is now widely accepted that the modular construction process is more resource efficient, not only in terms of labor
and money, but also with regard to material usage and waste. The previously cited McGraw-Hill Smart Market Report
(on page 6), indicated that 77% of architects, engineers and contractors surveyed reported a reduction in site waste.
Incredibly, 44% reported that site waste was reduced by 5% or greater.
The EPA reports that the average amount of construction and demolition waste generated for a non residential project
is 4.34 lbs/sq ft. For a 10,000 square foot facility, this amounts to 43,400 pounds of waste, or over 21 tons! If owners
Stephenson Park Preschool
are able to reduce this amount by just 5% using modular construction techniques, that translates into 2,170 pounds of Days to Complete: 122
waste, or over a ton of waste per project diverted from the landfill.
Projects utilizing modular construction
also have the ability to reduce waste in
another manner. Due to the fact that these
buildings are designed and constructed
to be assembled on site, they are also
therefore “designed for disassembly” or
“design for deconstruction (DfD).” In short,
it is much more practical to disassemble
a modular project and salvage or reuse
significant components of the building
compared to a similar site built facility.
The increasing use of BIM technology
as well as the general public’s growing
disdain to pay for wasteful practices
Repurposed modular buildings turn into Chetwynd Seniors’ Housing. Over 320 modular housing units are two key reasons why modular
from the Olympic and Paralympic Village at Whistler were relocated and converted into 156 permanent,
affordable apartments for low-income seniors.
construction techniques will continue to
gain in popularity.
The picture to the bottom right is an example of DfD. The original building was a 10-unit custom office. After 6 years of BEFORE
use, the building was disassembled and sent to storage. In 2009, a development in Florida required a sales center. It was RENOVATED REUSE (After)
Days to complete: 110
determined that 6 of the original 10 units could be relocated and used with renovation. The renovated building features 7,700 total sq. ft.
10 ft. tray ceilings, custom millwork, granite countertops, and a portico entry with a four-plane clay tile roof system.
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6. key
MARkets
SERVED
Market Size
Permanent modular buildings make up approximately 42% of the total modular
5% Retail/ Hospitality 6% “Other”
construction industry’s $5 billion in annual revenues in North America (leasing EDUCATION
42% Education Residential Education Center
and sales of relocatable buildings account for the remainder). For 2010, these 20% Multi-Family/Student Days to complete: 270
Housing/Dorms
companies reported revenue from the following top markets
Permanent modular buildings are considered real property, built to the
same building codes and requirements as site-built structures, and are
depreciated in a similar manner. As such, the markets for permanent modular
26% Office & Admin
construction are similar to the markets for site-built contractors, with few exceptions.
k-12 Education
From single classrooms to complete campuses, modular construction offers public, private, and charter schools what other construction
methods cannot: accelerated project timelines, more economical pricing, and less disruption. Permanent modular schools are
indistinguishable from other schools and can be constructed to any architectural and customer specifications. MBI members design
and build schools of all types and sizes using traditional building materials such as wood, steel, and concrete. Virtually any size
permanent school can be built, installed, and ready for occupancy in as little as 90 days. Perhaps most importantly, using off-site
technology, open construction sites are eliminated while school is in session. Students are safer and teachers can compete with less EDUCATION
Oregon Child Development Coalition
disruption. Days to complete: 287
HIGHER EDUCATION STUDENT HOUSING
From single dormitories to complete campuses, permanent modular construction offers public, private, and charter schools what
other construction methods cannot: accelerated project timelines, more economical pricing, and less disruption. Permanent,
modular student housing is indistinguishable from other school buildings and can be constructed to any architectural and customer
specifications. MBI members design and build student dorms of all types and sizes using traditional building materials like wood,
steel, and concrete. Virtually any size permanent student housing facility can be built, installed, and ready for occupancy, some in as
little as 90 days.
OFFICE & aDMINISTRATIVE SPACE
Permanent modular buildings serve as corporate headquarters, satellite bureaus, institutional and administrative buildings, and offices
for all business types. Modern single- and multi-story buildings can be configured in a number of ways to include independent offices,
conference rooms, elegant lobbies, kitchens, restrooms, and large open spaces for cubicles or other partition systems. MBI members
have architectural and engineering designs for workspace planning, storm water management, landscaping, parking, and zoned
heating and air conditioning. If it is time to capitalize on company growth, modular construction offers a fast, economical approach. BARRACKS for Enlisted Soldiers
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7. RETAIL & HOSPITALITY Market Share
Simply put, quicker occupancy equals quicker return on
investment. Modular construction is accelerated construction. By many accounts, it can be expected for more owners,
Why is this so important to banks, restaurants, convenience developers and contractors to consider modular
stores, child care centers, and other retail establishments? construction practices. In fact, the recent McGraw-Hill
Because earlier occupancy means a customer generates SmartMarket Report on modularization indicates that
revenue faster. In fact, it’s not uncommon for many modular contractors forecast a 22-23% increase in usage of
Learning Tree Daycare
buildings to be up and running in as little as 24 hours— Days to complete: 172 prefabrication and modularization over the next two
an important consideration for retailers of all types. Typical years. Additionally, a recent FMI survey indicated a growth
retail applications include hotels and motels, restaurants opportunity for modular construction.
and diners, banks, golf pro shops, convenience stores, gas University of Toronto Ticket Booth
stations, car washes, college bookstores, and concession The U.S. Census Bureau reports monthly the value of Days to complete: 160
stands, to name a few. MBI contractors provide a full array construction put in place for residential and commercial,
of services including site, mechanical, and electrical work. and for public and private projects. Year end data for 2010
Customers can accommodate their emerging business with indicated that the total U.S. construction put in place was
modular buildings customized to their financial needs, space about $788 billion annualized- $236 billion in residential
requirements, and deadlines. and $552 billion in non residential.
The non residential category can be further delineated
HEALTHCARE Administration Building
Days to complete: 151 into “buildings” and non building categories such as
Perhaps a customer’s interest is in serving patients as quickly
power, highway and street, and water supply. Building
as possible in the most safe and aesthetically-pleasing
categories that align with industry key markets are:
environment available. If so, modular construction offers
lodging, office, commercial, healthcare, and educational.
quiet, safe, and clean applications for medical, surgical,
These categories totaled $201 billion for year-end 2010.
clinical, and dental use. The insight MBI contractors have
The $2 billion PMC building market, therefore is roughly
from designing and building thousands of medical facilities
one percent of this total.
has resulted in satisfied healthcare professionals the Kirkham Childcare Center
world over. If an organization or community needs a new Days to complete: 259
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rehabilitation clinic, emergency room, operating room,
hospital extension, laboratory, diagnostic center, or other
medical facility, remember that modular construction can
be used for custom-built facilities with the tightest budgets
while maintaining strict medical and aesthetic specifications. UVa Medical Center
Days to complete: 151
PUBLICLY FUNDED FACILITIES
Governmental users consist of federal, state and local
public sector agencies and organizations, public education
entities, and military housing and administrative projects.
The industry has enjoyed success in focused niches such as
prisons and jails, courthouses, military installations, national
and border security buildings.
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Days to complete: 335
8. Case Study:
target market:
Bryn Athyn College
Student Company: NRB, Inc.
Average Size of Modules: 12’ x 52’ x 14’
Total Square Feet: 24,342 sq. ft.
housinG Days to complete: 251
Architectural Excellence
First Place & bEST OF show
This 160-bed, 80,000 sq. ft. building, The Modules, is near Temple These three-story Residence Suites of Bryn Athyn College emulate an “old
University in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Designed by Interface Studio world” charm prevalent on the campus, with the cut stone, brick and stucco
Architects, the apartment project includes design-driven living space facade with lead coated copper trims and gutters. Each residence building
and cutting-edge amenities. What’s impressive is not just that it is a contains 6 apartment style suites, with 2 double and 1 single occupancy
prefab, green, contemporary apartment building, but that it may be the bedrooms, bath and beautifully appointed open concept living spaces.
largest modularly-constructed LEED for Homes project in the nation. Painted gypsum in accent colors, Italian ceramic tiled floors in common areas,
Major features include light-filled common spaces, generously-sized quartz countertops and solid wood cabinets and stainless steel appliances all
operable windows, environmentally sound finishes, and a green roof come together to offer the students a luxurious living environment. A center
terrace with dramatic views of the Philadelphia skyline. The project was stairwell opens up two stories to display a large cathedral type chandelier.
designed, bid, manufactured and occupied within 12 months.
Technical Innovation
The steel framed building with pre-poured concrete floors offers the
permanence and performance of conventional construction. The innovative
use of “faux” chimneys on each building houses the lower floor ADA
compliant laundry room and carries the mechanicals from the basement to
the third floor suites. The entire chimney structure was prefabricated off site,
and craned into position on site. Dormers were prefabricated at the plant and
installed on site with the roof.
Cost Effectiveness & Energy Efficiency
“Modularizing” the false chimneys off site, and pre-building the dormers
helped reduce the on-site time and cost as well as disruption to the campus.
Each room or area of the residences have Energy Star rated P-Tach unit heat
pumps installed for energy efficiency. Insulation is a combination of spray
foam in the roof truss and floor areas, and fibreglass with liquid spray applied
vapour barriers for the walls, exceeding most residential standards. These
buildings were completely built together at the plant, including stairwells,
ensuring fit and precision alignment of the modular components so site time
was minimized.
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9. FINANCIAL
SURVEY RESULTS
DATA COLLECTION average building project size
PERMANENT MODULAR CONSTRUCTION In many cases, a project can be entirely completed by a modular contractor. These turnkey projects typically range in size from 5,000
to 10,000 square feet. In fact, respondents indicated that 65% of their projects were under 5,000 square feet; 20% of projects were
between 5-10,000 square feet; and 7% of projects were between 10-25,000 square feet. Eight percent of projects reported were over
Data for this report was compiled from previously conducted
25,000 square feet.
surveys with contractors and manufacturing companies (both
members and non–members of MBI). In addition, MBI obtained In other cases, modular construction is integrated into the overall project with a traditional general contractor overseeing the site
data from a variety of sources including public statistics and work, foundation, utilities, and various phases of the building itself. These “hybrid” projects allow modular construction techniques
information, information obtained from state and provincial to be employed on much larger projects than the typical turnkey modular project. It is not uncommon for modular construction to
modular regulatory agencies, and direct communication with be utilized on hybrid projects exceeding 100,000 square feet.
company leaders.
Most modular contractors are not limited by project size, but rather by other factors such as bonding capacity, staff resources, or
simply a lack of understanding about the modular process by the owner or architect. While some companies are capable of much
larger projects, many survey respondents indicated that a single turnkey project in the $10-15 million range is well within their scope.
production and productivity
Modular manufacturers are located throughout North America, with larger “clusters” of manufacturers in Pennsylvania, Georgia,
Texas, Indiana, California, and Alberta CN. Most manufacturers in North America are single location operations and can competitively
transport units within a 500 mile radius of their plant. Peak employee size varied significantly obviously impacted by market and
geography as well as the physical size of the plant. While not necessarily an indication of actual activity, the average manufacturer is
approved to build in 20 states.
In general, larger facilities employ between 140-150 workers during their peak production, while smaller plants employ between 60-
70. Many economists and state agencies use a “multiplier” to determine an industry’s total impact. Common construction industry
multipliers range from 1.76 to 2.12, meaning that for every construction job, another 0.76-1.12 jobs is indirectly created.
The typical modular manufacturer produced about 158,000 square feet in 2010, producing an average of 232 “floors” or “modules.”
This production is about 7% less than reported in 2009. Each module is roughly 600-700 square feet, commonly 12 feet wide by 50+
feet in length. Transportation regulations are commonly the limiting factor in module size.
Depending on the level of customization required by the owner and architect, most modules leave the factory 60-90% complete,
with wiring, plumbing, structural, and mechanical systems inspected and approved before arriving at the site.
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10. First Place
Permanent Education over 10,000 sq. ft.
Revenue & pricing North America’s Largest Modular Project
Medical Education Training Center
Annual corporate revenue attributed to PMC was just under $10 million per company. Over 1 Million sq. ft. built off-site
Many of these companies also generated additional revenue from other sources such
as general contracting services or through leasing activities associated with relocatable
buildings.
Companies reported an increase in pricing from material suppliers in 2010 compared
to 2009. Thirty-eight percent reported increases of 1-3%, while 19% reported
increases of 4-7%.
Fifty percent of the PMC companies are forecasting revenues for 2011 to be about the
same or slightly better than 2010 (1-5%).
market indicators
There are several market indicators that serve as predictors for the health and viability
of the commercial modular industry. By most accounts, 2010 started off slow and
ended with an overall decrease in non residential building activity. McGraw-Hill
Construction (MHC) reported that non residential building dropped 9% for 2010.
However, several indicators point towards an increase in construction activity in the
near future.
Non-Residential Construction Starts – MHC reported that new non residential construction starts for December 2010 jumped 25%, lead by a Federal Government
significant increase in larger healthcare projects. While not as strong as in previous years, the federal government remains “Fortune 1” when it comes to procurement. Many construction
opportunities were put on hold while Congress grappled with continuing resolutions to patch the 2010 budget. Nonetheless, BRAC and other
The Architectural Billings Index (ABI) is a leading economic indicator of construction activity and shows an approximate 9 to 12 month lag time military programs still present strong opportunities for modular construction.
between architectural billings and construction spending, with a score above “50” indicating an increase in billings. The ABI for December 2010
was 54.2. This marked the first time in the last three years that the ABI was above 50 for two consecutive months.
research and development
In Canada, Reed Construction reported that commercial construction recorded nearly 30 million square feet of new project starts, 17% higher
The Modular Building Institute continues to advance construction industry competitiveness through a network of research and educational
than in 2009. This growth was driven by government office buildings, recreational, and retail sectors. Industrial construction, such as projects in
partners. MBI has two affiliated foundations – the Modular Building Institute Educational Foundation, a U.S. based 501(c)3 entity, and the
Alberta’s Oil Sands region, are expected to lead the modular construction activities in 2011.
Modular Building Institute Canadian Foundation.
School Population Increase in K-12 Through these entities, MBI hosts student design competitions, awards scholarships, and underwrites white papers and other industry research.
Public elementary enrollment is projected to continue a pattern of annual increases through 2016. Public secondary enrollment is projected to
decrease 2% between 2007 and 2011, and then begin increasing again through 2016. Public secondary school enrollment in 2016 is expected to MBI also supports and partners with university-based programs in architecture, engineering and construction management on white papers,
be about 2% higher than in 2007. presentations, and research and development opportunities.
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11. global
OUTLOOK
MBI estimates the PMC market in North American is about
$2 billion, making this region the largest in terms of revenue. It is
expected that an additional $4 billion in revenue is generated in the
modular construction industry outside of North America, perhaps
higher. Data from regions that utilize modular on a regular basis is
difficult to obtain.
The UK is the world leader in high-rise modular construction, and Futureform
Large markets for modular construction use include the UK, Japan,
is undertaking one of the tallest modular buildings at 19 stories in Wembley. The project,
and Australia, while China and India are poised to reshape the entire
for client Victoria Hall is a student residence with over 438 student rooms. The striking
construction industry. While smaller in terms of total revenue, regions
new building is split into three wings around a central spiral-shaped tower. This project
such as Scandinavia, where an estimated 90% of homes are prefab and
also is a ‘first’ in terms of the size of the modules which are exceptionally large, being
modular, are leaders in advancing modular construction techniques.
around 16m’s long and 3.8m’s wide.
China & India – While it is virtually impossible to get accurate
construction data from these regions, no one will dispute the insatiable
appetite these giants seem to have for construction services and
materials. By some accounts, non residential construction spending
in India is expected to exceed US $300 billion by 2013, while China’s
market is expected to be double that figure. China builds the equivalent
of one “Chicago-sized” city each year. A one percent market share for
modular construction would equate to nearly US $10 billion in these
regions, five times the size of the current US market.
United Kingdom - In the U.K., the market for modular construction
is approximately $2.44 billion, of which 33% is associated with leasing
activity while 67% ($1.63 billion) is for sales of modular buildings. Key
markets in the U.K. are similar to the U.S. – education, healthcare and offices.
The modular construction industry is driven by different markets
in different parts of the world. For example, the energy/extraction
industry utilizes modular facilities heavily in parts of South America
and Australia, as well as in Northern Alberta, Canada. Oil, natural gas,
and coal extraction often occurs in underdeveloped parts of these
regions, creating a demand for building infrastructure to accommodate
workforce housing and administrative office space. This adoption
of modular construction in the energy sector has often led to wider
spread acceptance in other markets such as education, as is the case in
Europe’s Tallest Modular Building
Victoria Hall both Alberta and Australia.
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805 Modules, Built in 27 weeks. *Photos courtesy of O’Connell East Architects 21
12. Projected Energy Metrics (kWh/year)
7852 Projected Energy
Consumption
EnviroHomes Creates Landmark modular Case study: landcaster
7882
net Z
Renewable Energy
net Zero energy
Production
Zero Carbon 0 Net Energy Use
*Based on ASHRAE Benchmark kWh/year
modular live/ work townhomes
School Building
Located in a colorful mixed industrial/artist/residential urban
c ase study
neighborhood in Oakland, California, ZETA launched the first
Haydon Bridge High School has recently taken delivery of the first zero carbon modular school building in the UK which was manufactured by North of net zero energy, urban infill, multifamily project.
England based EnviroHomes Limited. Haydon Bridge High School was awarded £1 million to create a new building that would minimise the school’s
overall carbon footprint. The building is comprised of a 65 square metre classroom area, plus a 90 square metre science lab. The classroom area also The 1,540 square foot, zero lot line, townhome provides a
includes a chicken coup and incubator to help the students learn directly about the rearing and care of animals. ground floor work studio, 2-bedrooms, light-filled great
rooms, decks, and sustainable landscaping, in addition to a
The result is a landmark building which not only showcases renewable energy but provides a state-of-the-art environment in which students can learn one car parking garage.
about it. Just outside there is an area with polytunnels, a greenhouse and raised beds where students can grow their own produce.
The building received a LEED Platinum rating (99.5 points out
It’s zero carbon, highly sustainable and finished to a very high specification. The attention to detail is fabulous throughout and the fact that it was of 85), a 206 Green Point Rating, and EPA’s highest indoor
manufactured off-site meant the school didn’t have months of disruptive construction going on during term time. Jill Collinson is the Capital Projects air quality rating, Indoor airPLUS. Additionally, this project
Officer at Northumberland County Council, responsible for Carbon Management Procurement, stated “We definitely see this method of construction as has qualified for the DOE’s Builders Challenge program that
the way forward for school buildings in the future. “ sets a high bar for building energy efficiency. It was also the
winner of the 2009 Green Builder Home of the Year Award,
Simon Astill, Managing Director of EnviroHomes explains, “Right from the start the Haydon Bridge brief called for a zero carbon building. Our ‘fabric first’ the PCBC Gold Nugget Award for Net Zero Energy, and AIA
approach means starting with the choice of insulation materials to be used. Then we selected the most efficient heating, lighting and control systems to San Francisco’s Energy & Sustainability Merit Award.
suit the needs of the building, the students and staff who would be using it. Finally we added renewable technologies to the building, which in this case
was solar thermal & PV and a wind turbine. In fact the addition of these gives the building an A+ energy rating which shows Some building features:
the building to be carbon negative, that’s to say the building will generate more power than it uses.” Zero Energy System | High Indoor Air Quality | Resource Conservation
• Passive solar design
This is a purpose built, permanent building with full planning permission. The other key point to make is that our efficient modular construction method • zTherm: automated energy controller
provides a high quality zero carbon building, manufactured, installed and finished in 21 weeks. From the moment the manufactured sections arrived • Thermal storage conditioned basement
on-site, there was a fully watertight building within 10 hours. • Ultra-efficient envelope: R-39 Roof, R-25 Walls, R5
exterior rigid foam, R-22 Floor, Serious Materials
Robert Doran, Principal Building Control Surveyor for Allerdale Borough Council commented, “My role was to check the building for compliance with Windows: R-5 & R-7 Energy Star Rated
building regulations which involved regular inspections for quality control and consistency. Because this method of manufacturing is done inside a • Air-to-air heat exchanger
controlled factory unit, consistency is much easier to achieve. In addition there’s no degradation of materials due to bad weather. All in all this is a very • Whole-house integrated fresh air system
• Heat recovery ventilator
efficient construction method which has resulted in a high quality building that’s fully compliant with all building regulations.
• Wastewater heat recovery system
• High efficiency lighting – LED and CFL
• EnergyStar™ appliances
• 100% photovoltaic power
• Rigid insulation wrapped building system
• High performance cellulose and spray foam insulation
• Sustainable finishes including locally produced artisan
ceramic tiles, 100% recycled glass & cement composite
countertops, locally fabricated casework and salvageable
and recycled materials
*Photos courtesy of EnviroHomes Ltd. - Hayden Bridge High School, Northumberland County Council *Photos courtesy of ZETA Communities, Nandita Geerdink, Louis Langlois and Taeko Takagiar
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13. case study:
energy efficiency
honorable mention
Green Building Design
and Technical Innovation 2010 SUMMARY
Performance I.Q. Classroom, built by M Space Holdings LLC and their affiliate Walden Research from construction industry experts such as McGraw-Hill
Structures, Inc., is a 960 sq. ft. classroom with the utmost energy efficiency and technial Construction and FMI indicate that prefabrication and modular
innovation. The classroom comes equipped with a thermal displacement ventilation (TDV) construction techniques are poised to grow at a much stronger
system which regulates both the heating and cooling of the building. Cool air flows out of rate than traditional construction opportunities. The ability to
a diffuser at floor level; as it starts to rise it picks up heat from the occupants and exits the
incorporate lean manufacturing techniques, Building Information
room through the exhaust vent located in the ceiling. This system produces improved indoor
air quality, eliminates the transfer of pollutants from one occupant to another, is almost ten
Modeling and sustainable construction processes are part of the
decibels quieter than other units, uses 40% less energy than a standard mixed ventilation reason for wide spread optimism.
approach and creates a constant and comfortable air temperature. In addition to the TDV
system, the building contains one self-regulating thermostat and is energy management The reduced construction schedule advantage is appealing to any
system (EMS) ready. This technology allows the temperature of the classroom, to be regulated owner or developer interested in maximizing return on investment.
by a central location, allowing the district to manage and regulate appropriate temperatures In some cases, such as school campuses or healthcare facilities, the
and on/off times to save energy.
reduced site disturbance coupled with the quick turnaround are
The structure of the classroom was designed for optimal daylighting. The building has a critical to the project’s success.
vaulted open ceiling with clerestory windows, exterior light shelves, and operable casement
windows. The interior light fixtures have auto dimming ballasts that increase or decrease the For these reasons, many Fortune 500 companies, government
brightness of the artificial light in correspondence to the amount of natural light available agencies, architects, and entrepreneurs are fueling the growth of
in the room throughout the day. The daylighting system also creates a more comfortable
the modular construction industry.
environment for the occupants as flicker, glare and noise of fluorescent lights often causes eye
strain, irritation, headache, fatigue and/or stress.
As research and awareness of these advantages becomes part of the
The sound quality inside the classroom is superior. The TDV system’s low ventilation rate causes the fan motor to produce less noise than conventional conventional wisdom, the market share for off-site construction is
cooling systems. Also, the majority of the ceiling is made up of acoustic ceiling tiles. The tiles help to keep the classroom quiet by reducing the expected to double over the next five years.
reverberation of noise generated both inside and out of the building.
The classroom has a full steel moment frame structure, a concrete floor, 6” steel studs, and 5/8” drywall underlayment making it a strong and
durable structure. Materials were selected from recycled or recyclable products as much as possible. Recycled/recyclable products include, steel
components (i.e. steel frame, studs, door, window frames) acoustic ceiling tiles,
carpet, tile and fiber cement siding panels.
This classroom exceeds Title 24, California’s Energy Efficiency Standards for
Residential and Nonresidential Buildings, by 26% in interior lighting and exceeds
the total energy efficiencies in Title 24 by 40%. The building also has a web based
Crestron control keypad. This keypad controls the lights, thermostat, audiovisual
equipment and any other technology that may be present in the classroom.
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