Benefits Energy Efficiency: •
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a high level of quality control over thermal insulation and windtightness continuity, which can be tested and measured in a factory seals ensured and cold bridging minimised in components modularisation improves manufacturing efficiency - reducing CO2 emissions emboded energy can be deconstructed and re-used easily on and off site
Minimising Transport • • •
transport requirements to site are specific, organised and scheduled - reducing deleveries raw materials delivered in bulk to factory fewer personnel on site
Minimising Pollution • • • •
efficient use of materials in factory - modules based on strict grid format to reduce material waste through off-cuts materials can be recycled easily within factory environment on-site construction polution is reduced post groundworks, there is little noise and dust pollution fast construction process - reducing machinery emissions
Efficient Materials • • • •
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timber is locally sourced and can be recycled steel frame work provides an efficient structure - high strength to weight ratio modules and modular components can be resused the system can be modifed easily on siteadditions can be made without extensive site interference - benefitting the residents and environment modules can be relocated
Water Conservation • • •
minimum water used in manufacture 'dry' construction site water can be recycled in factory condition
Despite the higher level of construction coordination and design detailing, modular and prefabricated construction offers many environmental benefits and effencies to be attractive enough for clients and developers.
PREFABRICATION RESEARCh The majority of Building Components to be Constructed off-site in Factory Conditions