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Modular construction can dramatically improve efficiency in construction, through factory production of pre-engineered building units and their delivery to the site either as entire buildings or as substantial elements. The required technology and application are developing rapidly, but design is still in its infancy. Good design requires a knowledge of modular production, installation and interface issues and also an understanding of the economics and client-related benefits which influence design decisions.

Looking at eight recent projects, along with background information, this guide gives you coverage of:

• generic types of module and their application
• vertical loading, stability and robustness
• dimensional and spacial planning
• hybrid construction
• cladding, services and building physics
• fire safety and thermal and acoustic performance
• logistical aspects ? such as transport, tolerances and safe installation.

A valuable guide for professionals and a thorough introduction for advanced students.

Modular construction can dramatically improve efficiency in construction, through factory production of pre-engineered building units and their delivery to the site either as entire buildings or as substantial elements. The required technology and application are developing rapidly, but design is still in its infancy. Good design requires knowledge of modular production, installation, and interface issues as well as an understanding of the economics and client-related benefits that influence design decisions. Looking at eight recent projects, this guide offers coverage of all aspects of modular design.

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Introduction to modular construction


Definitions


Applications of modular construction


Benefits of modular construction


History of modular construction in the UK


Modular construction worldwide


Background studies


Functional requirements for modular buildings


Introduction to materials


Accreditation of modular systems


References


Types of steel modules


Basic forms of light steel modules


Four-sided modules


Corner-supported modules


Open-ended modules


Hybrid modular and panel systems


Hybrid modular, panel, and primary steel frame systems


References


Precast concrete modules


Benefits of precast concrete modules


Precast concrete building forms


Modular construction in concrete


References


Other types of modules


Timber-framed modules


Reuse of shipping containers


Bathroom pods


Special forms of modular construction


Modular units in renovation


Access cores


Introduction to planning of modular buildings


General principles


Corridor-type buildings


External access buildings


Open-plan modular buildings


High-rise modular buildings


Dimensions for planning of modular buildings


Structural zones


Open building approach


References


Housing and residential buildings


Space planning in housing


Building regulations (England and Wales)


House forms in modular construction


Residential buildings in modular construction


Student residences


Hotels


Modular Layouts in Tall Buildings


Mixed modules and open-plan space


References


Hospitals and medical buildings


Features of modular medical facilities


Design requirements


Modules in hospital extensions


Dimensional requirements for medical buildings


References


Schools and educational buildings


Features of modular educational buildings


Dimensional requirements for schools


Other requirements for schools


References


Specialist buildings


Supermarkets


Retails units and petrol stations


Military accommodation


Prisons and secure accommodation


Hybrid modular construction systems


Modular and panel systems


Examples of plan forms using hybrid construction


Details of connections between modules and floor cassettes


Podium support to modules


Integrated steel frames and modules


Example of mixed use of modules and structural frames in a residential building


Groups of modules supported by structural frames


References


Acoustic insulation in modular construction


Principles of acoustic insulation


Acoustic requirements and regulations


Separating walls


Separating floors


References


Structural design of light steel modules


Loading and load combinations


Forms of construction


Connection between modules


Stabilising systems


Effect of construction tolerances on stability


Design of structural elements


Structural integrity


References


Structural design of concrete modules


Design principles in modular precast concrete


Concrete properties


Codes and standards


Layout of modules


Detailed design


Cladding, roofing, and balconies in modular construction


Cladding types for light steel modules


Thermal performance


Thermal performance of light steel modular walls


Airtightness


Roofing systems


Building in renewable energy technologies in modular construction


Balconies


References


Service interfaces in modular construction


Services in light steel modules


Services in concrete modules


Modular plant rooms


Modular cores


References


Constructional issues in modular systems


Foundation interfaces


Module tolerances and interfaces


Module-to-module connections


Modular stairs


Corridor supports


Construction issues for concrete modules


Transport of modules


Craneage and installation


References


Factory production of modules


Benefits of off-site manufacturing


Manufacture of light steel and timber modules


Automation in panel production


Field factories


Manufacture of precast concrete modules


Weather protection


References


Economics of modular construction


On-site construction versus off-site manufacture


Economics of production


Material costs and improved productivity


Proportion of on-site work in modular construction


Transport and installation costs


Economics of speed of construction


Savings in design fees


Summary of potential cost savings relative to on-site construction


References


Sustainability in modular construction


Benefits of off-site manufacture on sustainability


Code for sustainable homes (CFSH)


Background studies on sustainability


Embodied energy and embodied carbon calculations


Embodied carbon in transportation


Comparative embodied carbon study


References


Index