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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

By focusing on standardization, modularization, and prefabrication, DfMA allows engineers to design components that are easier to manufacture and simpler to assemble onsite. Compared to concrete prefab elements, mass timber can be up to 5 times lighter per unit of volume, making it a force to be reckoned with in the prefabrication market.

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How XL Construction built a building on top of a building in an earthquake zone

Construction Dive

The project team used structural shoring solutions to carefully preserve and incorporate the existing building, merging past and future architecture with precision and care. A major priority for the client was preserving the original Kresge Engineering Library, which remained in place as the team built the new structure above it.

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Norwood lands cleanroom deal from Bouygues at new eye centre

Construction Enquirer

As a specialist contractor with vast experience in controlled environments, Norwood will deliver the cleanroom architectural package, as well as elements of mechanical and electrical scope. Their expert team will also play a pivotal role in supporting the commissioning and validation of this critical healthcare space.

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The Future of Prefabrication in Urban Residential Developments

Construction Daily News

Enter prefabrication processes. In addition, prefabrication processes yield many sustainability benefits that traditional on-site construction methods cannot match. Keep reading as we explore prefabrication from all angles and shed light on its crucial role in the future of urban development.

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Circular Construction and Its Benefits

Job Order Contracting

The application of strategies such as integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery, and a regenerative model for materials reuse, design for disassembly, prefabrication, and recycling for reducing resource consumption and waste. What is circular procurement?

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The Complete Guide to Real Estate Construction Management

UK Construction Blog

Builders are also using prefabricated methods to save time and reduce waste. Architectural planning: Creating the building design, layout, and structure. Prefabrication: Parts of buildings are made off-site, saving time and reducing waste. Phase 2: Planning & Design In this phase, the full project plan takes shape.

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The Art of Modern Staircase Manufacturing: Precision Engineering Meets Bespoke Design

UK Construction Blog

Today’s manufacturing processes enable the creation of staircases that are both functional passages and striking architectural features. Prefabrication and Modular Assembly Prefabrication has become standard practice in quality staircase manufacturing, offering significant advantages over traditional on-site construction.