Construction Technology - Level 3 - Welton Primary School Flashcards
What are the benefits of traditional construction?
Reliable - tried and tested method
Durability
Design changes can be made at a later stage
What are the drawbacks of traditional construction?
Project time - lengthier on site
During time and multiple trades - delay on trades
Increased time and labour = increased cost.
Difficult to adapt in the future
Disruptive
What are the benefits of modular construction?
Simultaneous factory and site work
Consistency and Quality Control
Reduced on site time
Unaffected by weather
Minimise waste and carbon footprint
Faster and less disruptive
What are the drawbacks of modular construction?
Access limitations i.e transportation and delivery
Changes late on would be difficult/ impossible once the manufacturing process had begun
Logistics and planning - significant amounts
perception of modular buildings can be poor
What are the benefits of timber frame construction?
Thermal Insulation
Sound insulation
Construction time on site
Environmental Impact
Cost effectiveness
What are the drawbacks of timber frame construction?
potential defects with the timber frame over time if not properly maintained such as insect infestation and rot of the frame
Fire resistance
