Driven by the philosophy of supplying the market with affordable modular homes, Autovol, based in Idaho, US, have implemented a comprehensive automated modular-build process which it refers to as “automated volumetric modular construction” (robotic systems automate modular housing construction). The system uses robotic systems to assemble six-sided modules and configures them with all... READ MORE

Innovative Vancouver-based architect, Arno Matis, has conceived of BioFrame, a building system he devised that’s focussed on adaptive reuse of existing buildings. The primary driver for the architect’s design was as a means of addressing the many issues that currently plague the construction industry today such as rising construction costs, labour shortages, congested... READ MORE

The use of hemp and fungi may not immediately inspire confidence in the relevance, application and durability of prefabricated building materials. But the use of these bio-based materials may well open a new pathway to manufacturing prefabricated building elements and address carbon capture as well. Soon, timber may no longer the only option... READ MORE

Purchase of modular construction business by fit-out and construction specialist, SHAPE Australia, states clear intention to harness and develop offsite manufacturing opportunities to complement core strengths and pursue MMC (modern methods of construction) opportunities. According to a company statement published last Friday, SHAPE Australia has entered a contract to buy 100 per cent... READ MORE

As the construction industry inevitably marches toward a net-zero and circular economy future, a Canadian-based manufacturer of concrete alternative modular panels appears to be considerably closer to that destination than its competitors. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Nexii was founded by brothers Michael and Ben Dombowsky were aware of the waste and inefficiencies inherent... READ MORE

Hot on the heels of Ten Degrees Croydon, a 44-storey modular residential building in London, also built by Tide Construction, its record-holding status of world’s tallest modular building has been short-lived. Its successor will be built in Canary Wharf, and plans for the 48-storey modular building to be built using pods manufactured offsite... READ MORE

Amongst the chaos, destruction and suffering of war, architect Slava Balbek recast his thoughts towards the urgent need to house people (modular shelters) who had to flee their homes. In the days following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, Kyiv-based architect Slava Balbek stopped work. “It was really pretty hard to focus on something you... READ MORE

Dr. Florian von Baum, Rechtsanwalt, Partner, Sector Head Technology, Science & Industry & Louise Santos, Special Counsel, Pinset Masons law firm write about supply chains and construction sector resilience. Construction, like many other industries, draws from specialised trades and activities to produce the final product. Material suppliers, designers, construction contractors, the logistics team... READ MORE

National Precast Concrete Association are opening their webinar to the public to present the recent chapter of AS 3850: Prefabricated concrete elements, AS 3850.3: Prefabricated concrete elements – Civil construction standards. AS 3850 provides requirements which impact on safety for planning, manufacturing, construction, design, casting, transportation, erection and incorporation into the structure of... READ MORE

It’s the event where Contech (construction technology) firms and startups go to change the construction industry and compete for investors attention (Contech construction competition). Returning partners to the event are established names in the Contech space, such as Dysruptek by Haskell, Ferrovial and GS Futures, among others. Additionally, the competition is welcoming Black... READ MORE