Developments in pre-fabricated systems in light steel and modular construction

R. M. Lawson; R. G. Ogden; R. Pedreschi; P. J. Grubb; S. O. Popo-Ola

Developments in pre-fabricated systems in light steel and modular construction

R. M. Lawson^*
, R. G. Ogden
, R. Pedreschi
, P. J. Grubb
, S. O. Popo-Ola

^*Corresponding author for this work

Edinburgh College of Art

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Abstract

This paper reviews recent developments in pre-fabricated construction systems using light steel and modular technologies, and describes the economic context in which the use of these systems has expanded. Examples of recent important projects using these technologies are illustrated. Hybrid or mixed construction systems have been developed which optimise on manufacturing costs and space provision. Background research and testing is also presented.

Original language	English
Pages (from-to)	28-35
Number of pages	8
Journal	The Structural Engineer
Volume	83
Issue number	6
Publication status	Published - 15 Mar 2005

Keywords / Materials (for Non-textual outputs)

Case studies
Economics
Housing
Modular construction
Prefabricated construction
Robustness
Steel frames
Testing

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