MODERN METHODS OF CONSTRUCTION

By JAINRAJ

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CHAPTER 1

INTRODUCTION

            Modern methods of construction are about better products and processes. They aim to improve business efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, environmental performance, sustainability and the predictability of delivery timescales. Modern methods of construction are, therefore, more broadly based than a particular focus on product.

            They engage people and process to seek improvement in the delivery and performance of construction, modern methods of construction are about better products and processes. They aim to improve business efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, environmental performance, sustainability and the predictability of delivery timescales. Modern methods of construction are, therefore, more broadly based than a particular focus on product. They engage people and process to seek improvement in the delivery and performance of construction

            With developments in technology, general construction knowledge and manufacturing processes, Modern construction technology have evolved from the more conventional methods to a large extent. Modern construction technology can be defined as those that provide greater efficiency in the construction process, resulting in increased production, better quality, in less time and with less waste, so reducing the environmental impact. MMC is a process to produce more, better quality homes in less time.

            Modern construction technology is a collective term used to describe a number of construction methods. The methods being introduced into the world house building differ significantly from so-called conventional construction methods such as brick and block.

            In this report, we use the term MMC. This is because this term is increasingly being used and because it also includes several important new types of construction methods that involve some element of fabrication on site.

            Advanced technologies in housing construction are not used as frequently as the more standard construction technologies, which involve the use of masonry, timber, and concrete. However, as with other innovations, it is expected that over time these newer technologies will gain wider acceptance. For purposes of the World Housing Encyclopedia, advanced technologies include seismic isolation and passive-energy dissipation devices.

            MMC are about better products and processes. They aim to improve business efficiency, quality, customer satisfaction, environmental performance, sustainability and the predictability of delivery timescales. Modern methods of construction are, therefore, more broadly based than a particular focus on product. They engage people and process to seek improvement in the delivery and performance of construction.

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