Download or read book Managing the Potential of Modularization and Standardization of MEP Systems in Buildings Guidelines for improvement based on lean principles written by Mohamad, Ahlam and published by KIT Scientific Publishing. This book was released on 2019-05-13 with total page 234 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Managing the Potential of Modularization and Standardization of MEP Systems in Industrial Buildings Guidelines for Improvement Based on Lean Principles written by Ahlam Mohamad and published by . This book was released on 2015 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Gamification of telematics data to enhance operators behaviour for improvement of machine productivity in loading cycles written by Rajabi, Milad and published by KIT Scientific Publishing. This book was released on 2023-09-12 with total page 272 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Construction industry is suffering from low productivity rate in various projects such as excavation. Although this issue is discussed in literature and several approaches are proposed to address it, productivity rate is still low in construction industry compared to other domains like manufacturing. A gamified platform in which different operators from different organizations can share their achievements, or can get scored and ranked in a leader-board will potentially address this issue.

Download or read book Lean mod written by Mansooreh Moghadam and published by . This book was released on 2014 with total page 187 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modular construction manufacturing (MCM) is superior to the current on-site construction system which is hampered by inefficiency and material and process waste. Modular buildings are potentially built through a more efficient and cost-effective method, but in the current manufacturing-based approach, a gap still exists between design and production. The increased interest in modular buildings demands special methods of design and manufacturing to support effective production operation. MCM provides opportunity to apply Lean for production efficiency in the plant. Lean is a concept first developed in the manufacturing industry which has been since adapted to the construction industry. Although the focus of Lean in both industries is the same, Lean principles vary between manufacturing and construction since these two industries differ in nature. Lean as the concept is applicable to any industries, taking into consideration that MCM has characteristics of both manufacturing and construction yet is distinct and should be seen in the class of its own. Given the distinct nature of MCM, the technical elements in "Lean production" and "Lean construction" are not sufficient to achieve the Lean goals for MCM industry, necessitating a modified framework by which to exploit the potential benefits of modular building. The focus of this research is to develop a framework that supports manufacturers' needs for design and which encompasses the integration of Lean into production process. In this research, Lean is adopted for the MCM industry in order to improve production process efficiency which is introduced as "Lean-Mod". To apply the proposed Lean-Mod strategies on a factory production line, an enhanced integrated approach of Building Information Modeling (BIM), Lean, and simulation is proposed. Integrating these concepts involves transferring generated data from a BIM model to the manufacturing phase, where Lean strategies are applied, and evaluating the production process scenarios through simulation modeling. The simulation model of production flow evaluates improvement from the Lean point of view and provides assessment of potential scenarios. The proposed methodology is validated by a case study--a residential modular factory located in Edmonton, Canada--and illustrates the effectiveness of the proposed methodology.

Download or read book MEP Bidding and Project Management A Comprehensive Guide to Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing Success written by Charles Nehme and published by Charles Nehme. This book was released on with total page 76 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The process of MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) bidding is a crucial aspect of the construction industry, encompassing the detailed and competitive procedure through which contractors propose their costs and plans for executing MEP systems in a construction project. This phase is integral to ensuring that projects are completed efficiently, within budget, and to the required standards. MEP systems form the backbone of modern building infrastructure, encompassing essential services such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), electrical power and lighting, water supply and drainage, fire protection, and sometimes building automation systems. Given their complexity and importance, the bidding process for MEP contracts requires meticulous planning, precise estimation, and strategic negotiation. Key Components of MEP Bidding Project Understanding: A thorough comprehension of the project scope, including reviewing architectural drawings, specifications, and other relevant documents, is essential. This helps in identifying the specific requirements and constraints of the MEP systems. Pre-Bid Meetings: These meetings, often held by the project owners or general contractors, provide an opportunity for potential bidders to seek clarifications, ask questions, and understand the project's nuances. Attendance and active participation in these meetings are crucial for accurate bidding. Site Visits: Conducting site visits allows bidders to assess the existing conditions, understand logistical challenges, and gather information that might not be apparent from the drawings and specifications alone. Estimating Costs: Accurate cost estimation is a cornerstone of the MEP bidding process. This involves calculating material costs, labor costs, equipment costs, and factoring in contingencies and overheads. Advanced software tools and historical data are often used to enhance precision. Value Engineering: This involves analyzing the project to identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising on quality or performance. Value engineering can give bidders a competitive edge by proposing more efficient solutions. Bid Submission: Preparing and submitting the bid package involves compiling all the required documents, including cost estimates, schedules, compliance certificates, and any other specified forms. Adhering to the submission guidelines and deadlines is critical. Negotiations and Clarifications: Post-submission, there may be rounds of negotiations and requests for clarifications. Bidders must be prepared to justify their estimates and possibly refine their proposals based on feedback. Awarding the Contract: Finally, the project owner reviews all bids and awards the contract to the most suitable bidder, which is not always the lowest bidder but the one offering the best value for money considering all factors. Challenges and Best Practices The MEP bidding process is fraught with challenges, including tight deadlines, fluctuating material prices, and the need for high accuracy. Best practices such as maintaining detailed records, continuous learning, and leveraging technology can mitigate these challenges. Additionally, fostering strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors can lead to more accurate and competitive bids. In conclusion, the MEP bidding process is a complex but vital component of the construction industry, requiring a blend of technical knowledge, strategic thinking, and meticulous planning. By understanding and mastering this process, contractors can enhance their competitiveness and contribute to the successful delivery of construction projects.

Download or read book An Integrated Virtual Design and Construction and Lean IVL Method for Coordination of Mechanical Electrical and Plumbing MEP Systems written by Atul Raghunath Khanzode and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MEP systems on modern technical projects account for 20 to 40 percent of project cost. The MEP coordination process involves a multitude of Specialty Trade Contractors, the General Contractor, the Designers, and the Owner. MEP coordination bridges the gap between the design, fabrication, and installation phases of a construction project. The process involves accommodating and organizing complex systems within small interstitial spaces and needs to involve both building and operations knowledge in coordination. The MEP coordination process addresses the reciprocal dependencies in design to enable a sequential and pooled construction process and varies from project to project in terms of the organization of the team members, the time and involvement of key team members, and the tools used in coordination. Although MEP coordination is important, in current practice the effectiveness of MEP coordination is only measured in terms of outcomes during construction. The measurement of MEP coordination in terms of outcomes is not useful from a process management perspective. Project teams performing MEP coordination typically control factors related to the representation of MEP systems (product factors), organization of the team performing MEP coordination (organization factors), and process-related factors such as Work Breakdown Structure and schedule for coordination (process factors). A framework based on these controllable factors, instead of outcomes, will provide a useful management tool for managing the MEP coordination process. In this research, based on observing the MEP coordination process and outcomes of MEP coordination on four retrospective case studies and building upon Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) Theory, Lean Construction Methods, coordination Theory, and Economic Measurement Theory, I present the following: 1. A framework for MEP coordination based on Product, Organization, and Process factors that project teams can control. 2. A quantitative method to measure MEP coordination based on this framework. The method to measure effectiveness is correlated with the outcomes in four retrospective case studies and acts as a leading indicator for measuring the effectiveness of MEP coordination. I claim that [bullet point] the IVL framework for MEP coordination, based on controllable factors of Product, Organization, and Process that project teams can control, and [bullet point] the method to quantitatively measure the effectiveness of the MEP coordination process based on this framework are contributions to VDC Theory, specifically for managing the MEP coordination process. This research provides a way for General Contractors and project teams to manage the MEP coordination process based on factors they control versus relying on outcomes, and it has the potential to alter the way project teams performing MEP coordination measure effectiveness of coordination.

Download or read book Simulation of Value Stream Mapping and Discrete Optimization of Energy Consumption in Modular Construction written by Md Mukul Chowdhury and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 100 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With the increased practice of modularization and prefabrication, the construction industry gained the benefits of quality management, improved completion time, reduced site disruption and vehicular traffic, and improved overall safety and security. Whereas industrialized construction methods, such as modular and manufactured buildings, have evolved over decades, core techniques used in prefabrication plants vary only slightly from those employed in traditional site-built construction. With a focus on energy and cost efficient modular construction, this research presents the development of a simulation, measurement and optimization system for energy consumption in the manufacturing process of modular construction. The system is based on Lean Six Sigma principles and loosely coupled system operation to identify the non-value adding tasks and possible causes of low energy efficiency. The proposed system will also include visualization functions for demonstration of energy consumption in modular construction. The benefits of implementing this system include a reduction in the energy consumption in production cost, decrease of energy cost in the production of lean-modular construction, and increase profit. In addition, the visualization functions will provide detailed information about energy efficiency and operation flexibility in modular construction. A case study is presented to validate the reliability of the system.

Download or read book BIM for Facility Managers written by IFMA and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2013-04-03 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A practical look at extending the value of Building Information Modeling (BIM) into facility management from the world's largest international association for professional facility managers Building owners and facility managers are discovering that Building Information Modeling (BIM) models of buildings are deep reservoirs of information that can provide valuable spatial and mechanical details on every aspect of a property. When used appropriately, this data can improve performance and save time, effort, and money in running and maintaining the building during its life cycle. It can also provide information for future modifications. For instance, a BIM could reveal everything from the manufacturer of a light fixture to its energy usage to maintenance instructions. BIM for Facility Managers explains how BIM can be linked to facility management (FM) systems to achieve very significant life-cycle advantages. It presents guidelines for using BIM in FM that have been developed by public and private owners such as the GSA. There is an extensive discussion of the legal and contractual issues involved in BIM/FM integration. It describes how COBie can be used to name, capture, and communicate FM-related data to downstream systems. There is also extensive discussion of commercial software tools that can be used to facilitate this integration. This book features six in-depth case studies that illustrate how BIM has been successfully integrated with facility management in real-life projects at: Texas A&M Health Science Center USC School of Cinematic Arts MathWork's new campus Xavier University State of Wisconsin Facilities University of Chicago Library renovation BIM for Facility Managers is an indispensable resource for facility managers, building owners, and developers alike.

Download or read book Total Construction Management written by John S. Oakland and published by Taylor & Francis. This book was released on 2017-02-17 with total page 610 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A convergence of lean management and quality management thinking has taken place in organizations across many industries, including construction. Practices in procurement, design management and construction management are all evolving constantly and understanding these changes and how to react is essential to successful management. This book provides valuable insights for owners, designers and constructors in the construction sector. Starting by introducing the language of total quality, lean and operational excellence, this book takes the reader right up to the latest industry practice in this sector, and demonstrates the best way to manage change. Written by two of the world's leading experts, Total Construction Management: Lean quality in construction project delivery offers a clearly structured introduction to the most important management concepts and practices used in the global construction industry today. This authoritative book covers issues such as procurement, BIM, all forms of waste, construction safety, and design and construction management, all explained with international case studies. It is a perfect guide for managers in all parts of the industry, and ideal for those preparing to enter the industry.

Download or read book Planning Guide for Maintaining School Facilities written by Tom Szuba and published by DIANE Publishing. This book was released on 2003 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book Building Information Modeling written by André Borrmann and published by Springer. This book was released on 2018-09-19 with total page 584 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Building Information Modeling (BIM) refers to the consistent and continuous use of digital information throughout the entire lifecycle of a built facility, including its design, construction and operation. In order to exploit BIM methods to their full potential, a fundamental grasp of their key principles and applications is essential. Accordingly, this book combines discussions of theoretical foundations with reports from the industry on currently applied best practices. The book’s content is divided into six parts: Part I discusses the technological basics of BIM and addresses computational methods for the geometric and semantic modeling of buildings, as well as methods for process modeling. Next, Part II covers the important aspect of the interoperability of BIM software products and describes in detail the standardized data format Industry Foundation Classes. It presents the different classification systems, discusses the data format CityGML for describing 3D city models and COBie for handing over data to clients, and also provides an overview of BIM programming tools and interfaces. Part III is dedicated to the philosophy, organization and technical implementation of BIM-based collaboration, and discusses the impact on legal issues including construction contracts. In turn, Part IV covers a wide range of BIM use cases in the different lifecycle phases of a built facility, including the use of BIM for design coordination, structural analysis, energy analysis, code compliance checking, quantity take-off, prefabrication, progress monitoring and operation. In Part V, a number of design and construction companies report on the current state of BIM adoption in connection with actual BIM projects, and discuss the approach pursued for the shift toward BIM, including the hurdles taken. Lastly, Part VI summarizes the book’s content and provides an outlook on future developments. The book was written both for professionals using or programming such tools, and for students in Architecture and Construction Engineering programs.

Download or read book Introduction to Commercial Modular Construction written by Modular Building Institute and published by . This book was released on 2015-02-01 with total page 213 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Modular Building Institute (MBI) along with Clemson University developed Introduction to Commercial Modular Construction over two years with the goal of introducing the reader to an innovative and exciting construction method. This book discusses the modular building process compared to traditional site-built construction and is designed to help the reader understand terminology and concepts of modular building including client needs, design, fabrication, transportation, and installation.

Download or read book Construction and Building Research written by Carmen Llinares-Millán and published by Springer Science & Business Media. This book was released on 2014-01-31 with total page 528 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Many areas of knowledge converge in the building industry and therefore research in this field necessarily involves an interdisciplinary approach. Effective research requires strong relation between a broad variety of scientific and technological domains and more conventional construction or craft processes, while also considering advanced management processes, where all the main actors permanently interact. This publication takes an interdisciplinary approach grouping various studies on the building industry chosen from among the works presented for the 2nd International Conference on Construction and Building Research. The papers examine aspects of materials and building systems; construction technology; energy and sustainability; construction management; heritage, refurbishment and conservation. The information contained within these pages may be of interest to researchers and practitioners in construction and building activities from the academic sphere, as well as public and private sectors.

Download or read book Construction 4 0 written by Anil Sawhney and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-02-06 with total page 527 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Modelled on the concept of Industry 4.0, the idea of Construction 4.0 is based on a confluence of trends and technologies that promise to reshape the way built environment assets are designed, constructed, and operated. With the pervasive use of Building Information Modelling (BIM), lean principles, digital technologies, and offsite construction, the industry is at the cusp of this transformation. The critical challenge is the fragmented state of teaching, research, and professional practice in the built environment sector. This handbook aims to overcome this fragmentation by describing Construction 4.0 in the context of its current state, emerging trends and technologies, and the people and process issues that surround the coming transformation. Construction 4.0 is a framework that is a confluence and convergence of the following broad themes discussed in this book: Industrial production (prefabrication, 3D printing and assembly, offsite manufacture) Cyber-physical systems (actuators, sensors, IoT, robots, cobots, drones) Digital and computing technologies (BIM, video and laser scanning, AI and cloud computing, big data and data analytics, reality capture, Blockchain, simulation, augmented reality, data standards and interoperability, and vertical and horizontal integration) The aim of this handbook is to describe the Construction 4.0 framework and consequently highlight the resultant processes and practices that allow us to plan, design, deliver, and operate built environment assets more effectively and efficiently by focusing on the physical-to-digital transformation and then digital-to-physical transformation. This book is essential reading for all built environment and AEC stakeholders who need to get to grips with the technological transformations currently shaping their industry, research, and teaching.

Download or read book Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction written by Lincoln H. Forbes and published by Routledge. This book was released on 2020-04-01 with total page 613 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Lean Project Delivery and Integrated Practices in Modern Construction is the new and enhanced edition of the pioneering book Modern Construction by Lincoln H. Forbes and Syed M. Ahmed. This book provides a multi-faceted approach for applying lean methodologies to improve design and construction processes. Recognizing the wide diversity in the landscape of projects, and encompassing private and public sector activity, buildings and infrastructure, the book expands upon the detailed coverage of integrated project delivery and new lean tools and techniques to include: Greater emphasis on the importance of creating a lean culture and the initiatives required to transform the industry; Expanded discussions of the foundational writings in lean construction theory; Exploration of the synergies between "lean" and "green" initiatives; Specific procedures for modifying planning and scheduling activities to improve the performance of the project team; Expanded sections on quality, and topics that have become a part of the lean lexicon, such as Choosing by Advantages, "line of balance"/location-based scheduling, virtual design teams, takt time planning and set-based design; Discussion questions for beginners and advanced lean practitioners; and Improved cross-referencing within the text to help the reader navigate the frameworks, techniques and tools to support the application of lean principles. The techniques described here enhance the use of resources, reducing waste, minimizing delays, increasing quality and reducing overall costs. They enable practitioners to improve the quality of the built environment, secure higher levels of customer/owner satisfaction, and simultaneously improve their profitability. This book is essential reading for all those wanting to be at the forefront of construction management and lean thinking.

Download or read book BIM Handbook written by Rafael Sacks and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-03-25 with total page 648 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "The BIM Handbook is an extensively researched and meticulously written book, showing evidence of years of work rather than something that has been quickly put together in the course of a few months. It brings together most of the current information about BIM, its history, as well as its potential future in one convenient place, and can serve as a handy reference book on BIM for anyone who is involved in the design, construction, and operation of buildings and needs to know about the technologies that support it. The need for such a book is indisputable, and it is terrific that Chuck Eastman and his team were able to step up to the plate and make it happen. Thanks to their efforts, anyone in the AEC industry looking for a deeper understanding of BIM now knows exactly where to look for it." AECbytes book review, August 28, 2008 (www.aecbytes.com/review/2008/BIMHandbook.html) DISCOVER BIM: A BETTER WAY TO BUILD BETTER BUILDINGS Building Information Modeling (BIM) offers a novel approach to design, construction, and facility management in which a digital representation of the building process is used to facilitate the exchange and interoperability of information in digital format. BIM is beginning to change the way buildings look, the way they function, and the ways in which they are designed and built. The BIM Handbook, Second Edition provides an in-depth understanding of BIM technologies, the business and organizational issues associated with its implementation, and the profound advantages that effective use of BIM can provide to all members of a project team. Updates to this edition include: Completely updated material covering the current practice and technology in this fast-moving field Expanded coverage of lean construction and its use of BIM, with special focus on Integrated Project Delivery throughout the book New insight on the ways BIM facilitates sustainable building New information on interoperability schemas and collaboration tools Six new case studies Painting a colorful and thorough picture of the state of the art in building information modeling, the BIM Handbook, Second Edition guides readers to successful implementations, helping them to avoid needless frustration and costs and take full advantage of this paradigm-shifting approach to construct better buildings that consume fewer materials and require less time, labor, and capital resources.

Download or read book The Toyota Product Development System written by James Morgan and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2020-10-28 with total page 312 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The ability to bring new and innovative products to market rapidly is the prime critical competence for any successful consumer-driven company. All industries, especially automotive, are slashing product development lead times in the current hyper-competitive marketplace. This book is the first to thoroughly examine and analyze the truly effective product development methodology that has made Toyota the most forward-thinking company in the automotive industry. Winner of the 2007 Shingo Prize For Excellence In Manufacturing Research! In The Toyota Product Development System: Integrating People, Process, and Technology, James Morgan and Jeffrey Liker compare and contrast the world-class product development process of Toyota with that of a U.S. competitor. They use extensive examples from Toyota and the U.S. competitor to demonstrate value stream mapping as an extraordinarily powerful tool for continuous improvement. Through examples and case studies, this book illustrates specific techniques and proven practices for dealing with challenges associated with product development, such as synchronizing multiple disciplines, multiple function workload leveling, compound process variation, effective technology integration, and knowledge management. Readers of this book can focus on optimizing the entire product development value stream rather than focus on a specific tool or technology for local improvements.