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MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION MMC is the term used to embrace a range of

technologies and processes involving various forms of supply chain specifications, prefabrication and off-site assembly.

MMC: Makes use of more effective materials Speeds up housing delivery Enables high standards of design quality Helps to reduce resource consumption.

Volumetric pre-fabricated

Panelised construction

Services, windows, doors, internal finishes and external cladding may also be incorporated.

Open panel system where wall panels are assembled in a factory environment

The window and door openings are pre-framed, and the exterior sheathing is already applied.

MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION The National Audit Office report

Homebuilding: Measuring Construction Performance (June 2007), recommends that performance measures should be:

1. Comprehensive2. covering business efficiency3. quality of the building4. environmental performance and customer

satisfaction.

http://www.nao.org.uk/

MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION This is a theme also emphasised by the The

Callcutt Review of House building Delivery. The challenge of climate change requires a

step change in construction practice through innovation and new technologies.

This can best be achieved through a more rigorous approach to the construction process.


Construction process criteria assessed by theDfM Competition included:1. Manufacturing, supply and construction

programme2. Supply chain management3. Continuous improvement4. Innovation risk management5. Construction cost target.

MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION The quality and depth of the approach was

then judged as part of the proposed second level of assessment.

Developers were encouraged to adopt the Constructing Excellence/Housing Forum key performance indicators (KPIs) during the development of projects.


Developers had to show evidence that buildings will be capable of attracting lending and insurance cover and will provide consumers with adequate post sale warranties.

MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTIONDevelopers were asked to adopt an

open book approach with English Partnerships.

Including the collection and publication of data.

Assessment at the first stage will review the scope of the statement in addressing the key issues.

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