Innovation in Japanese prefabricated house-building industries

Special Publication SP 139

CIRIA, 1996
Innovation in Japanese prefabricated house-building industries Download document

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Civil & Structural Supplement

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Special Publication

Abstract

Assesses the development and use of industrialised and prefabricated housing technologies, particularly modular or volumetric systems, in Japan. Considers how these techniques relate to the organisation of site processes. Illustrates major differences between the Japanese and UK housing markets and that some large Japanese housing producers are investing successfully in new organisational strategies and technologies to produce high-quality housing. Identifies issues which may affect construction processes and demonstrates a basis for future exchanges of information.

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Department of Trade and Industry Overseas Science and Technology Expert Mission visit report.

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9780860174639

Subjects

  • Site management
  • Building systems/frame
  • Modular/prefabricated buildings
  • Legal issues and management
  • Building structure

Publisher History

CIRIA was formerly known as the Construction Industry Research and Information Association. They are a member-based research and information organisation who publish reports and technical papers covering building and civil engineering as well as transport and utilities infrastructure.

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