Industrialised Design and Construction

We work with procurement bodies to help set a clear vision and objectives that align with the principles of industrialisation. This includes:

• Defining Goals: Establishing performance targets such as cost, time, quality, and sustainability.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Ensuring all parties are aligned and committed to the industrialised approach.
• Integration Planning: Developing a comprehensive plan that integrates design, procurement, manufacturing, and construction processes.
• Risk Management: Identifying potential risks associated with industrialisation and developing mitigation strategies.

Addressing procurement requires a focus on sourcing materials and components in a way that supports the industrialised process to include:

• Prefabricated Components: Procuring pre-manufactured parts that can be assembled on-site.
• Supplier Collaboration: Working closely with suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of high-quality components.
• Standardisation: Purchasing standardised parts to facilitate easier assembly and reduce complexity.
• Value-based Selection: Choosing suppliers based on their ability to deliver value through innovation, quality, and reliability.

Manufacturing in ID+C applies factory-based production techniques to create building components:

• Automation: Utilising robotics and automated machinery to increase precision and efficiency where possible.
• Lean Manufacturing: Implementing lean principles to minimise waste and optimise production processes.
• Quality Control: Establishing rigorous quality assurance processes to ensure components meet specified standards.
• Mass Customisation: Balancing standardisation with the ability to customise components to meet project-specific requirements.

Productionisation involves refining and optimising designs for mass production:

• Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA): Creating designs that are easy to manufacture and assemble.
• Prototype Testing: Developing and testing prototypes to identify and resolve potential issues before full-scale production.
• Process Standardisation: Establishing standard processes to ensure consistency and efficiency in production.
• Scalability: Ensuring that manufacturing processes can scale up to meet project demands.

We review Logistics in ID+C context to ensure the efficient transportation and handling of components and work with key stakeholders throughout the project life cycle to ensure:

• Supply Chain Management: Coordinating the movement of materials and components from manufacturers to the construction site.
• Just-In-Time Delivery: Scheduling deliveries to arrive as needed, reducing on-site storage and handling.
• Transportation Planning: Optimising routes and methods for transporting large or heavy components.
• Tracking and Tracing: Using technology to monitor the location and status of shipments in real-time.

Assembly and Installation involves putting together prefabricated components on-site:

• Modular Construction: Assembling modules that have been manufactured off-site.
• Site Preparation: Ensuring the site is ready to receive and install components efficiently.
• Skilled Labour: Employing workers trained in the specific techniques required for assembly and installation.
• Safety Protocols: Implementing stringent safety measures to protect workers and ensure the integrity of the installation process.

Our Computational Design service leverages digital tools to enhance the design process:

• Parametric Design: Using algorithms to create flexible designs that can easily be adjusted.
• Building Information Modelling (BIM): Utilising BIM to create detailed digital representations of buildings, facilitating collaboration and coordination.
• Simulation and Analysis: Running simulations to predict and optimise performance outcomes.
• Generative Design: Employing AI-driven tools to explore a wide range of design options and identify optimal solutions.

We incorporate a Kit-Of-Parts approach to design delivery; this refers to a set of standardised components that can be combined in various ways:

• Modularity: Designing components that can be easily assembled and reconfigured.
• Interoperability: Ensuring that all parts are compatible and can be connected seamlessly.
• Simplification: Reducing the number of unique parts to streamline production and assembly.
• Customisation: Allowing for customisation within a standardised framework to meet specific project needs.

We work with our asset designers to focus on creating assets that are durable, maintainable, and efficient:

• Lifecycle Planning: Designing for the entire lifecycle of the asset, from construction to operation and maintenance.
• Sustainability: Incorporating sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems.
• Maintainability: Ensuring that assets are easy to maintain and repair.
• Resilience: Designing assets to withstand environmental and operational stresses.

To ensure the smooth integration of ID+C processes we incorporate a Project Controls to help monitor and manage the project to ensure it stays on track:

• Scheduling: Developing detailed schedules and timelines for each phase of the project.
• Budgeting: Establishing and managing the project budget to control costs.
• Performance Monitoring: Tracking progress against milestones and performance metrics.
• Risk Management: Continuously identifying and mitigating risks to keep the project on course.