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DfMA Approach to Mass Timber Design: Engineering a Greener Future

Civil + Structural Engineer

The construction industry is grappling with growing demands for environmental responsibility and project efficiency. Engineering Precision and Efficiency The DfMA approach is reshaping the engineering of mass timber projects by optimizing design and construction processes.

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The Modular Homebuilding Bulletin

The Pro Builder

The Modular Homebuilding Bulletin esorum Thu, 05/11/2023 - 09:37 Modular, offsite, whatever you call it, the homebuilding method offers a solution to current leading industry problems: labor shortages and housing affordability. And for all your offsite construction news, read it here on Utopia.

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A Case (Study) for Off-Site Construction in Home Building

The Pro Builder

Rather, it employed an off-site construction method that built all of the wall panels, floor panels, and roof trusses in a nearby factory and assembled them on site in fewer than three days. No cutting (or recutting) of materials required, hence the notable lack of any construction din. he was struck by an eerie silence.

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Talent and Tech: The Keys to Unlocking Prefabrication Success 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In the race to meet surging construction demand and reduce risk, the industry is turning to innovative solutions such as prefabrication and modular construction to increase productivity and protect margins. This shift isn't just a passing trend; the prefabricated buildings market is expected to surpass $227.7

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How AI and Mushrooms Helped Turn an Empty Urban Lot into Affordable Housing

The Pro Builder

Using AI to Save Time In collaboration with Autodesk, MBH Architects leveraged The Phoenix project “to test new technologies and transform traditional workflows,” says Ryan McNulty, principal, architect, MBH Architects. This helps removes the unpredictability of a traditional construction site, in addition to reducing waste, time, and cost.

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Homes That Are Both Prefab and Predesigned

The Pro Builder

Homes That Are Both Prefab and Predesigned qpurcell Tue, 01/02/2024 - 12:51 Prefabricated panels can lead to more efficient home construction. Manufacturing the panels in climate-controlled factories also results in 95% less waste and 30% faster home construction, per B.PUBLIC. B.PUBLIC doesn’t create modular units.

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Efficient Project Collaboration: How CPAC Modular Utilises Autodesk Build for Success

Autodesk Construction Cloud

CPAC Modular is a modern main contractor with headquarters in Meath, Ireland. They're at the forefront of innovation and are driving transformation in the industry to deliver better outcomes for both their clients and project collaborators. These discrepancies can lead to errors, rework, and significant setbacks.