Apart from saving energy, there are a number of benefits of prefabricated construction
JAKARTA, KOMPAS.com – Today’s prefabrication method is increasingly recognized in the construction world. Not only is it cost-friendly, it also enables the creation of sustainable construction.
Prefabrication is a construction method that involves making building components outside the project site and then bringing them to the site.
These components are usually installed using crane, can be placed side by side, end to end, or stacked, allowing for a variety of mounting configurations.
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This method is applied to mass-built or produced structures.
However, prefabrication is predicted to be a concept of future development in the world with a myriad of benefits in it.
Here are the benefits:
1. Environment friendly
Prefabricated or modular constructions are often praised for being efficient in terms of energy consumption and sustainable.
In contrast to conventional construction methods which usually require additional materials which lead to increased waste.
By using the prefabricated method, the additional materials will not simply become waste that can pollute the environment, but will be directly recycled by the factory into products that remain valuable.
In addition, with prefabrication, the construction will be much more accurate. For example, the details of the connection between building units are tighter and more precise.
2. Save costs
One of the greatest advantages of prefabricated construction is financial savings.
Although the perception of custom-made goods in a factory may appear to be more expensive, using this prefabricated or modular method is actually much cheaper.
This is because a prefabricated construction company already has sales options and building material models that consumers can directly choose from.
That way, consumers can partially choose the use of building materials which are considered good and affordable.
Not only that, prefabricated manufacturers often receive massive discounts from material suppliers which will automatically lower construction costs.
Modular construction also avoids the possibility of unreliable contractors and unproductive staff.
In addition, the reduction in construction time is also considered to significantly save construction financing.
3. The building can be dismantled
Modular construction can be easily dismantled and moved to a different location.
This is also a differentiator from conventional house buildings in general, which are completely difficult to move because they are permanent.
With the prefabricated method you can easily move your home building to various locations.
This method is also very important, especially for those who live in locations prone to disasters such as floods and others.
Not only that, the structural design of the modular house is also very flexible. Apart from being able to be assembled and assembled, a modular house can be renovated by adding space in it.
4. Consistent build quality
Because prefabricated construction is carried out in a controlled manufacturing environment and follows established standards, sub-assemblies of structures are automatically constructed with uniform quality.
Some building components are constructed using precise machine tools to ensure compliance with building codes.
With the prefabrication method, each sub-assembly is made by experienced crews at the factory, not only that, but the entire construction process is also checked.
5. Does not interfere with mobility
Because many building components are completed at the factory, the vehicle traffic in your home remains safe.
This means that the road in your house will not be at all disturbed by mobility such as heavy equipment trucks transporting sand, stone, and other building materials.
With this prefabrication concept, the process of building a house will be much more efficient than building a conventional house in general.
6. Shorter construction time
In many cases, the prefabrication method takes less time when compared to traditional construction.
The reason is because the prefabrication method has better initial planning, as well as the construction process that continues to run and is not disturbed by weather factors, even because each construction unit can also be carried out simultaneously.
Therefore, this shorter construction time allows construction companies to work on multiple projects at once.
7. Security
Since the sub-assembly is built in a factory environment, there is less risk of problems related to humidity, environmental hazards and dirt.
In addition, the indoor construction environment can present a much less risk of accidents.
The reason is, prefabricated manufacturers will greet strict procedures to protect workers from injuries in the workplace.