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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Fortunately, the implementation of off-site construction practices is one approach that can help solve these challenges.

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The three Ps of prefabricated EIFS: Preparation, production, placement

Construction Specifier

EIFS-clad wall panels can be fully prefabricated, from the structural backup to the finish coat. As a result, EIFS has become an attractive cladding option for use in prefabricated wall panels, in which EIFS materials are shop-applied to sheathing and metal stud backup wall construction under controlled conditions.

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Prefab Plus Infill: A Formula for Homes People Can Afford in Places They Want to Live

The Pro Builder

Villa Homes provides infill housing with prefabricated volumetric construction. According to Roberts, Villa’s focus on infill has been enabled in recent years by zoning and other policy changes that allow single-family lots to be divided into smaller lots for more, and more affordable, housing.

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Modular fire station designed in response to climate crisis

Construction Specifier

The prefabricated structure is clad in fireproof, corrugated steel sliding, and built on rigid steel frame grids. is a modular fire station designed in direct response to the climate crisis, the increasing threat of wildfires, and the local community’s needs. Prefabricated offsite and assembled from 10 modules, the 433.5-m

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Acrow Bridge Installed to Provide a Safe Detour During Highway Construction in Texas

Civil + Structural Engineer

June 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Acrow , a leading international bridge engineering and supply company, announced today it has designed and supplied a modular steel bridge to carry detoured traffic during highway construction in Nacogdoches County, Texas. As a result, phased construction was not regarded as a viable option.

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Navigating Modern Construction: Trends, Challenges, and Local Considerations

UK Construction Blog

The post Navigating Modern Construction: Trends, Challenges, and Local Considerations appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry stands at a crossroads between tradition and transformation. Modular construction the prefabrication of sections off-site is gaining traction for its speed and scalability.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Contractor Accommodation in the UK Construction Sector

UK Construction Blog

The post A Comprehensive Guide to Contractor Accommodation in the UK Construction Sector appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Why Contractor Accommodation Matters More Than Ever In 2025, the UK construction sector is navigating a complex landscape. Flexibility and Scalability : Construction projects are rarely static.