Download or read book Constructability Factors in the Malaysian Construction Industry written by Mekdam A. Nima and published by . This book was released on 2001 with total page 664 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Advances have been made in the theory and implementation of constructability in many developed countries such as the United Kingdom and Australia. This is not observed in the Malaysian construction industry. This research aimed to narrow this gap. The first objectives of this study is to establish statistical models to describe construcbility implementation in the Malaysian construction industry so that an insight on the factors contributing to the constructability implementation can be established. The second objective is to evaluate the independent factors affecting constructability implementation in the Malaysian construction industry. The reseacrh findings were based on an industry wide questionnaire survey and four case studies: two highways projects, a cable stayed bridge and a sport complex. These case studies underpinned the results of the survey. A series of logistic predictive models were developed to assist managers in predicting the probabilities of succesful implementation of the constructability concepts in their organizations, based on the estimates and the odds ratios of the independent factors. This provides a quantitative approach to constructability implementations in the Malaysian construction industry. The study reveal that five out of the eight examined factors significantly (p
Download or read book Life Cycle of Engineering Systems Emphasis on Sustainable Civil Infrastructure written by Jaap Bakker and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-11-18 with total page 438 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This volume contains the papers presented at IALCCE2016, the fifth International Symposium on Life-Cycle Civil Engineering (IALCCE2016), to be held in Delft, The Netherlands, October 16-19, 2016. It consists of a book of extended abstracts and a DVD with full papers including the Fazlur R. Khan lecture, keynote lectures, and technical papers from all over the world. All major aspects of life-cycle engineering are addressed, with special focus on structural damage processes, life-cycle design, inspection, monitoring, assessment, maintenance and rehabilitation, life-cycle cost of structures and infrastructures, life-cycle performance of special structures, and life-cycle oriented computational tools. The aim of the editors is to provide a valuable source for anyone interested in life-cycle of civil infrastructure systems, including students, researchers and practitioners from all areas of engineering and industry.
Download or read book Application of Constructability Concepts in the Industrialized Building Stsrem for the Malaysia Construction Industry written by Mostafa Babaeian Jelodar and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 322 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Constructability is generally reducing the problems of construction by incorporating the construction knowledge into the design of a construction project. The Malaysian construction industry is attempting to promote and use Industrialized Building systems (IBS) for better construction practice with more effectiveness and efficiency, but in terms of constructability and research into the application of constructability concepts for IBS little work has been done. In fact the Malaysian construction industry is still not applying the concepts of constructability in totality and there is lack of constructability research in Malaysia. In this research the application status of constructability concepts which have been previously defined for Malaysia are examined and assessed within the Malaysian IBS industry. The ease of constructability application of IBS and conventional building methods are investigated and finally the concepts that are not being applied up to their potential level in IBS construction and resemble possible problems in the process of application are identified. A survey is used to obtain the essential data needed for the research from the active IBS industry participants of Malaysia. It was found that the IBS contractors are applying constructability more than the designers and suppliers and also the early constructability concepts gained a higher application score than other concepts. Using information technology and the innovative concepts of the field operation phase were the most difficult concepts to apply and generally the application of constructability concepts in IBS construction is easier compared to the conventional building systems according to the IBS industry participants.
Download or read book A Subsequent Survey on Project Management Using Cultural Factors in the Malaysian Construction Industry written by Hamzah Abdul Rahman and published by . This book was released on 2006 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Factors Affect Project Success written by Amjad Pirouti and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 166 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Development of Constructability Activity Survey Framework for Malaysian Contractors written by Ehsan Saghatforoush and published by . This book was released on 2009 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Fundamental studies on constructability concept done in United States, United Kingdom and Australia illustrate the capability of this concept to influence the overall objectives of the construction projects. These studies have shown that contractors' involvement in earlier stages of projects can lead to noteworthy cost and time savings and better final product quality by considering the contractors' construction experience in conceptual planning and design phases. This study becomes much more notable since there has not been enough structured researches on this matter in Malaysia which can clarify and differentiate the constructability activities. The present research presents the constructability activities in all project phases separately based on the amount of contractors' involvement in each activity and also the amount of gap that exists between the target and the actual effects of each activity on achieving the final objectives of the project in Malaysia. As the result, some activities are determined as the more critical activities than the others. Then more explorations are done on the critical ones in order to determine the type of contractors, contracts and projects that are involved in these activities. It also aims to find any significant difference in contractors' involvement at each activity among various types of contractors, contracts and projects. The data needed to conduct this research is obtained from a questionnaire survey spread among Malaysian G7 building contractors. The acquired data is collected and arranged in tables; Then MCT, MD, ANOVA and T-TEST methods are used as descriptive and analytical methods of analysis. The results of this study show that Malaysian contractors are almost familiar with this term, but based on the barriers of implementing this issue in the projects, they are not able to participate in all of its activities entirely. This reduces the gap between target and actual effects of each activity on gaining the total aims of the project. Then it is found that the critical constructability activities are mostly among the ones in later project phases, which consist of pre-construction and construction phases. Finally, the amount of contractors' dispersion among various types of contractors, contracts and projects in each critical constructability activity is determined and more explorations to find out the differences among various independent variables are tested.
Download or read book Proposed Conceptual Model Of Construction Firms Performance Sustainability Indicators In Malaysia Penerbit USM written by Ilias Said and published by Penerbit USM. This book was released on 2015 with total page 92 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As one of the major contributors to the environmental problems that lead to global warming, the construction industry must mend its ways. It now must be geared towards achieving sustainability. Sustainability consists of three main pillars, namely the environmental, economic and social pillars. There is a need for a sustainability assessment framework that integrates environmental, economic and social factors within the Malaysian construction industry. Its major thrust is an attempt to balance the use of resources between the present and future generations. This book discusses all relevant materials regarding the achievement of sustainability in the construction industry. The book should be a basis for future works or research in some of the areas discussed and should provide a specific reading for students at postgraduate and undergraduate levels. Universiti Sains Malaysia, Penerbit Universiti Sains Malaysia
Download or read book Proceedings of the 21st International Symposium on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate written by K. W. Chau and published by Springer. This book was released on 2017-12-18 with total page 1500 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book presents the proceedings of CRIOCM_2016, 21st International Conference on Advancement of Construction Management and Real Estate, sharing the latest developments in real estate and construction management around the globe. The conference was organized by the Chinese Research Institute of Construction Management (CRIOCM) working in close collaboration with the University of Hong Kong. Written by international academics and professionals, the proceedings discuss the latest achievements, research findings and advances in frontier disciplines in the field of construction management and real estate. Covering a wide range of topics, including building information modelling, big data, geographic information systems, housing policies, management of infrastructure projects, occupational health and safety, real estate finance and economics, urban planning, and sustainability, the discussions provide valuable insights into the implementation of advanced construction project management and the real estate market in China and abroad. The book is an outstanding reference resource for academics and professionals alike.
Download or read book Critical Success Factors of Value Management in Malaysian Construction Industry written by Ai Ling Sek and published by . This book was released on 2005 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Environmental Concerns in Malaysian Construction Industry Penerbit USM written by Nazirah Zainul Abidin and published by Penerbit USM. This book was released on 2010 with total page 158 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As the construction industry continues to develop within the natural environment, the industry has to take strong measures to ensure that its activities are in harmony with the environment. The challenge for the construction sector is not just to respond to the need for adequate housing and rapid urbanisation, but to do it in a way that is socially and ecologically responsible. This book begins with the current progress of the construction industry in Malaysia before shifting to the fragile relationship between construction and environment. Knowing the rapid development in Malaysia and how construction can affect the environment, this book delves into some evidence of environmental degradation in Malaysia. In the mist of degradation, there is some light shone by the government agencies, state government and some construction players who have initiated several actions to improve present situation. Construction players must be ready to address these concerns, aware of the requirements and comply with it, while the government must be ready to implement and enforce the requirement. An effective planning, implementation and monitoring is vital if the environment is to be part of the culture of the construction industry everywhere.
Download or read book Investigating the Intangible Critical Factors for Successful Knowledge Management Implementation for Malaysian Construction Industry for Tangible Results written by Seyed Amin Elahi and published by . This book was released on 2011 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Proceedings of the 3rd International Conference on Separation Technology written by Muhammad Abbas Ahmad Zaini and published by Springer Nature. This book was released on 2021-05-24 with total page 413 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book contains papers presented in the 3rd International Conference on Separation Technology 2020 (ICoST 2020) held from 15 to 16th August 2020 at Johor, Malaysia. This proceeding contains papers presented by academics and industrial practitioners showcasing the latest advancements and findings in field of separation technology. The papers are categorized under the following tracks and topics of research: Environment Engineering Biotechnology Absorption and Adsorption Technology Wastewater Treatment ICoST 2020 covers multidisciplinary perspectives on separation research and aims to promote scientific information interchange between academics, researchers, graduates and industry professionals worldwide. This conference provides opportunities for the delegates to exchange new ideas and application experiences face to face, to establish business or research relations and to find global partners for future collaboration.
Download or read book Total Factor Productivity in the Malaysian Construction Sector written by Fah Choy Chia 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 Factors Leading to Success and Failure of Coordination in Construction Industry written by Aminah Md Yusof and published by . This book was released on 2008 with total page 96 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Conflict in Construction written by Jeffery Whitfield and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2012-07-12 with total page 185 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Construction projects are beset with disputes. In 1960 around 250 writs were issued relating to construction disputes. Within 30 years this number increased five-fold, and in the 20 years since then the number of disputes has not fallen. Some disputes are significant, others are quite minor, but most could probably be avoided. Disputes originate in disagreements or conflict between individuals, which if addressed early, can prevent escalation into situations that are difficult, expensive and time consuming to resolve. Conflicts in Construction deals with all types of conflict but concentrates on the conflicts that lead to disputes in construction projects. The book shows the reader how to avoid, manage and resolve conflicts before they become serious disputes. The first edition of Conflicts in Construction was read widely and saved many individuals and companies from falling into intractable disputes. The second edition, fully updated, forms the base content for the Hill/ Knowles seminar series on conflicts, delivered around the globe by the author, and will be an important read for everyone employed in the construction industry.
Download or read book International Construction written by Mark Mawhinney and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2008-04-15 with total page 250 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A recent construction project in Singapore involved a Russian plant, a Japanese management team, Australian and Italian engineers, Thai steel workers and a labour force from throughout Asia ... The recent growth explosion of multi-nationals and the lowering of trade barriers is pushing the globalization of construction at a startling pace. Mark Mawhinney has brought together for the first time, advice, information and evidence on this developing arena from a wide range of sources. This book offers a clear understanding of the international construction market and an explanation of what knowledge is required to operate successfully in it. It also helps readers become familiar with some of the analytical tools available. Drawing on both contractor and consultant case studies and including a practical 'hints and signposts' section, International Construction provides a lively and informed introduction for construction professionals moving into international work.
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.
