Original scientific paper
https://doi.org/10.2478/otmcj-2021-0004
On-site factories to support lean principles and industrialized construction
Anton Rosarius
; MSc, Drees & Sommer, Derendorfer Allee 6, 40476 Dusseldorf, Germany
Borja García de Soto
orcid.org/0000-0002-9613-8105
; S.M.A.R.T. Construction Research Group, Division of Engineering, New York University Abu Dhabi (NYUAD), Saadiyat Island, PO Box 129188, United Arab Emirates
Abstract
Purpose: The purpose of this study is to investigate the
use of on-site factories that combine the strengths of both
prefabrication techniques and a traditional work environment
to support lean principles and promote industrialized
construction for on-site operations.
Design/methodology/approach: Based on the principles
of lean construction and design for manufacturing and
assembly (DfMA), discrete-event simulation is used to
evaluate different arrangements and configurations of an
on-site factory for the prefabrication of structural insulated
panels (SIPs).
Findings: The proposed on-site factory provided a feasible
way to promote lean and industrialized construction principles.
Also, these types of factories are particularly relevant
for projects in remote areas that do not have sufficient infrastructure.
Further, it is also a good solution for strengthening
the local economy by using local labor and suppliers, hence
assisting in the creation of a socially responsible framework.
Originality/value: This study presents the design of an
on-site factory for the prefabrication of SIPs. This type of
on-site assembly supports not only lean principles but also
promotes social responsibility by capitalizing on local labor.
This approach could be particularly interesting for construction
companies in developing countries or working in a
project with limited infrastructure.
Keywords
design for manufacture and assembly; flexible factory; flying factory; lean construction; lean manufacturing; industrialized construction
Hrčak ID:
254580
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Publication date:
21.3.2021.
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