Modular Coordination BMCT
Modular
Coordination
Subject – Building Materials and
Construction Techniques
Submitted by – Rahul Nawani
[Link] 4th Year
Delhi Technical Campus
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CONTENT
1. MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
1.1 Modular vs. Standard Construction (Conventional)
2. WHAT IS MODULAR COORDINATION?
2.1 The Module developed has the following characteristics
2.2 Why MC?
2.3 MC in Malaysia
3. STANDARDIZATION
4. MC CONCEPT
5. MODULAR REFERENCE SYSTEM
5.1 Horizontal Coordination
5.2 Vertical Coordination
5.3 Main Components to Go Modular
6. REASONS TO CHOOSE MODULAR CONSTRUCTION OVER
CONVENTIONAL CONSTRUCTION
7. BIBLIOGRAPHY
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1. MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
1.1. Modular vs. Standard Construction (Conventional)
A modular building is a pre-engineered structure that is flexible enough to
satisfy virtually any requirement... tougher than standard drywall
construction, expandable, can be relocated and completely re-usable.
One obvious advantage that modular construction has over conventional
construction is cost. Not only can one save up to 35% on the initial
construction costs like labor and materials, but there are other benefits as
well.
With increasing industrialization to the building industry, steadily larger
parts of buildings are made up of prefabricated components, delivered to
the building site from the factories.
Evidently, some sort of dimensional coordination of these component
themselves and with the design are of paramount importance.
The full benefit of the industrialization is impossible without
standardization. No effective standardization is possible in the building
industry, without dimensional coordination.
2. WHAT IS MODULAR COORDINATION?
Modular coordination is a concept of coordination of dimension and space in
which buildings and components are dimensioned and positioned in terms of
basic unit or module.
The basic module is known as 1M which is equivalent to 100mm.
It is internationally accepted by the International Standard Organisation and
many other countries including Malaysia.
2.1. The Module developed has the following characteristics
Industrialization friendly i.e. able to cater for manufacturing,
transportation and assembly requirements.
Small enough in term of size in order to provide the necessary flexibility in
design.
Large enough to promote simplification of the number of sizes for various
components.
Internationally accepted to ensure that it can be mass produced to cater for
global market.
Ergonomic i.e. able to improve people efficiency by providing adequate
space for human livings and working conditions.
2.2. Why MC?
It provides a practical and coherent: method for coordinating- the position
and dimension of elements, components and spaces in the planning and
design of buildings.
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To improve productivity in the building industry through industrialization.
MC can facilitate the achievement of industrialization.
Provide guide to building component sizing: this can reduce as much as
possible the needs to further trim and shape the materials to fit together in
construction; thus, reducing wastage of labour and material.
Mass production of building components factories: thus, ensuring good
and consistent of workmanship and quality.
To permit standardization, which encourages the use of standardized
building components for the construction of different types of building; to
simplify site operation by rationalizing setting out, positioning and
assembling of building components at the site.
To ensure dimensional coordination between installation (equipment,
storage units, other fitted furniture etc.) as well as with the rest of the
building.
To encourage open systems: the interchangeability of components,
whatever their material, form or method of manufacture.
2.3. MC in Malaysia
CIDB encourages the standardization and improvement of construction
techniques and materials in line with its role in Malaysian construction.
It is also to promote and stimulate the development, improvement and
expansion of the construction industry.
3. STANDARDIZATION
How can Modular Coordination improve productivity?
Facilitates the attainment of three objectives of all industrial developments:
Mass production of selected components by specialist firms thus achieving
economy of scale
The components can be sold on the open and possibly international market as
they are of standard dimensions
Other specialist firms can concentrate on the assembly of components into
final consumer’s products.
4. MC CONCEPT
DIMENTIONAL CO-ORDINATION- A convention for the co-ordination of the
dimensions of building components and building incorporating them in their design,
manufacture and assembly by means of a three dimensional spatial references system
points, lines and planes to which the position and size of a components, assembly of
element may be related.
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The dimensional coordination is essential in order to:
Simplify design and documentation procedures and allow the implementation
of computer techniques;
Achieve optima efficiency in the manufacture and use of components and
assemblies;
Avoid cutting or modifying components and assemblies on site;
Standardize the profile and detail of joints between components;
Reduce non-standard or dimensionally incompatible components and
assemblies; and
Maximize the Interchangeability of components and assemblies
MODULAR CO-ORDINATION- Dimensional co-ordination employing the basic
module or some whole multiple thereof as basic dimensional unit and increments of it.
The basic module which is generally accepted at an international level is 100mm
which may be represented by the letter M.
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5. MODULAR REFERENCE SYSTEM
In Modular co-ordination: - the term modular reference systems is the three-
dimensional system of orthogonal space co-ordinates within the positions and sizes of
components, elements and installations can be related by references to points, lines, or
planes.
Within this references system, dimensional increments are in terms of the basic
module (100mm) or some multiple thereof. Reference planes can be identified which
locate the main vertical and horizontal elements of construction, e.g. floor, walls, and
columns.
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5.1. Horizontal Coordination
Traditionally, modular theory has distinguished between boundary planning
and axial planning. In practice, however, such a clear-cut distinction may not
exist.
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5.2. Vertical Coordination
In the vertical section that modular floor plane is the reference plane from
which modular dimensions are taken.
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5.3. Main Components to Go Modular
1. Structural Components
Beams
Columns
Floor Slabs
Walls
Staircase & Lift Cores
2. Non-Structural Components
Cladding
Partition
Doors
Windows
Bricks & Blocks
3. Finishes
Ceiling Finishes
Floor Finishes
6. REASONS TO CHOOSE MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
OVER CONVENTIONAL CONSTRUCTION
[Link] Benefits Advantages Benefits
1 Pre-Engineered No need for an engineer or architect No hidden design costs
2 Ease of Coordination Ability to supply single source Buying is simple with local support
installation through factory-trained and assistance
distributor network
3 Appearance Attractive integrated systems Consistent high quality in both
manufactured to your exact appearance and design
specifications
4 Speedy Installation Fewer disruptions to plant operations Maintains plant productivity during
building installation
5 No Mess No need to seal off areas against dust Eliminates additional labor costs
and minimizes plant disruption
6 Low Maintenance Pre-finished walls require little Eliminates costly painting and
maintenance beyond occasional other maintenance and repairs
surface cleaning
7 Durability Reinforced cavity and tough quality Long lasting product will perform
facings decrease chances of damage for years without deterioration
8 Adaptability Quickly and easily relocatable, Provides maximum flexibility to
expandable, and reusable meet your company's needs
9 Sound Resistance Fire & Sound panels provide superior Substantial noise level reduction
sound deadening produces a more productive work
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environment
10 Accelerated Depreciation is usually over seven Quicker return on investment
Depreciation years vs. 31-1/2 years for conventional
construction
7. BIBLIOGRAPHY
[Link]
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