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The ultimate guide to modular construction
Modular construction has become increasingly popular in recent years and has even been hailed as the future of the construction industry, but while technology takes leaps and bounds, the sector still has many obstacles to overcome. We take a look at all things modular
How Britain’s construction sector could benefit from using robotics
Britain must leverage the use of robotics and automation or risk being left behind on the global construction landscape, the National Roboatrium’s Pete Felton writes.
Amplifying the sustainability impact of MMC with digital construction tools
Digital construction tools can boost modular construction by enabling leaner production and the use of more sustainable materials, argue Ben Townsend, solution specialist and Elitsa Yakimov, UK marketing manager at Graitec.
JCT Training Video Modules: On-demand modular package
If you are not looking for a full-day or webinar course, consider our new range of JCT Training Video Modules - shorter segments on key elements of JCT contracts.
Apply to speak at Digital Construction Week 2024
Digital Construction Week returns to ExCeL London on 5-6 June 2024. The UK’s leading event for innovation and technology in the built environment attracts around 6,400 forward-thinking AEC professionals annually.
Accuracy, digitalisation and the construction industry: The devil’s in the data
Michael Durnin, director and head of digital construction at Murphy Geospatial, says precision is essential to data-driven decision-making.
Stay ahead of 2023’s challenges with the Imerso Construction Playbook
Imerso outlines the 6 best tactics to succeed against the challenges facing the industry in the 2023 Construction Playbook
Reducing carbon emissions in construction with BIM
BIM can help drive down carbon emissions in construction and support sustainable practices in myriad ways, from better planning to less waste.
Carbon information management: Reducing embodied emissions in construction
Industry group ZERO has taken up the mission to raise awareness of embodied carbon and revolutionise the way we approach construction-related emissions with carbon information management.
MPBA: On a mission to promote volumetric modular technology
MPBA chief executive Jackie Maginnis discusses the evolution of volumetric modular technology, and what’s needed to continue driving the sector forward.
Does the M&E delivery approach for Modular buildings mean we will...
At the ASHRAE conference for global heating, industry members discussed the advantages of the M&E delivery approach for modular buildings over the RIBA Plan of Work stages.
What are the benefits of using a Common Data Environment in...
This article will discuss the advantages of using a Common Data Environment in construction, as well as its potential applications.
How volumetric modular can cut carbon emissions in 2023
As the UK continues its drive to build homes in 2023, there is an urgent need for our industry to cut carbon emissions and address the challenges faced by economic instability. The government’s legally binding target to reach net zero by 2050 is not all that far off and a large-scale shift to volumetric modular offers a clear solution.
Digital Construction Week 2023 announces a call for speakers
Digital Construction Week 2023 has announced a call for speakers to be a part of this year's conversation about construction technology and tools solving the built environment's most pressing challenges, held on the 17-18 May 2023 at ExCeL London.
Productisation and productivity: Considerations to increase business productivity in construction
If you haven’t heard about the wave of “product” and “platform” thinking in the construction industry, then you should read this article for a quick crib-sheet guide to what changes you need to be implementing in your business in preparation for a new wave of business productivity improvements in our sector.
Greener, Better, Faster: Pre-fab Modular´s Role in Removing barriers
Build Warranty explores the role prefabricated modular housing has in delivering greener, better, faster homes as part of the UK government's ambitious target of building 300,000 new homes annually by 2025.
US modular building specialist VBC coming to the UK
Global modular building specialist, Volumetric Building Companies (VBC) will be coming to the UK, having announced ambitious expansion plans.
How can tech make offsite construction methods go mainstream?
Alex Micallef, UK general manager at Graitec, explores the need to draw further on digital technology in order to make MMC and offsite construction methods mainstream.
3 reasons European contractors should be adopting modular construction practices
Modular construction adds efficiencies, is eco-friendly and may attract younger generations to construction industry careers, says Benedict Wallbank, BIM strategy and partnerships manager, Trimble Viewpoint.
Accelerating digital engineering in Modern Methods of Construction
Dr Mark Woods, chief strategy officer at the Centre for Modelling & Simulation (CFMS), believes that digital engineering is a crucial tool in compressing development cycles across the construction sector; and highlights how this can be leveraged to support the industry through a turbulent time.
Supporting NHS winter pressures through offsite construction
With the NHS facing severe season pressures, offsite construction could provide patient-ready wards and theatres within a matter of weeks, says Alan Wilson, managing director of ModuleCo Healthcare.
ModuleCo Healthcare completes modular ophthalmic theatre for St Mary’s Hospital
ModuleCo Healthcare Limited has completed a new state-of-the-art modular ophthalmic theatre and recovery unit for St Mary’s Hospital, part of the Isle of Wight NHS Trust.
Improving project predictability with Modern Methods of Construction
The construction sector is typically accused of being slow to embrace change and adapt to new technology and methods, particularly regarding administration and the back office. There’s no denying, however, that with modern methods of construction, the industry is making great strides in improving project predictability.
Bouygues UK completes modular student accommodation in Canterbury
Bouygues UK has successfully completed its first self-delivered modular student accommodation project at Canterbury Riverside.
Is modular housing the solution to the housing crisis?
Modular housing could be the solution to the housing crisis, delivering houses 50% faster and half emissions in the process , Make UK Modular has claimed.
Modular Building Institute Releases 2022 International Edition of Modular Advantage Magazine
In this issue of its bi-monthly Modular Advantage magazine, the Modular Building Institute (MBI) explores modular construction projects from around the world including the rapid rise of affordable modular housing in Canada.