“How you can halve your project timeline with a modular building system”
If you ask a Project Manager nicely, they’ll tell you the frustration that unexpected delays bring and their impact on the success of a project.
A variety of factors can throw out project schedules, some within our control and others that aren’t. Delays can be attributed to design alterations, weather elements, or variations, to name a few.
As a general rule, it’s far more productive to focus on the elements you can control rather than those that you can’t.
Focusing on what we could control, ASCO developed the Stellar® modular building system to combat environmental factors and reduce installation complexities. Modular building systems simplify the installation process, whilst limiting room for errors and reducing the impact of external factors.
“Why modular?”
Our modular facilities are 100% assembled prior to being transported to the site for installation.
Modular buildings offer more flexibility for customisation, whilst also being vandal-resistant and low-maintenance. They are simple to install, easier to maintain and provide a better user experience.
Not to mention the time saving, on previous projects, the modular building system has halved the project timeline.
So how exactly do they save time?
The modular building system can halve the project timeline. How is this possible?
While the site is being excavated and concrete is being poured, a modular facility is being fabricated in a controlled factory environment. Once site preparation is complete, the modular facility is ready to be sent to the site for installation.
Each Stellar® building arrives at the site 100% assembled and only requires connection. This significantly limits time on-site, reducing costs and potential OH&S logistics. The installation process takes an average of 3 to 4 hours from start to finish. This is, of course, project-dependent and larger, more complex facilities can take much longer to install.
“Port Campbell, Victoria”
Our Stellar® modular building system has given us the ability to deliver high-quality solutions whilst adhering to budgets, strict deadlines and geographical challenges.
In 2019, we delivered an accessible and culturally inclusive facility in Port Campbell, Victoria, whilst adhering to a strict and limited deadline.
The Port Campbell community worked together to request and plan much-needed upgrades. The Shipwreck Park was undergoing a redesign, including landscaping, which would lead to increased foot traffic in the area.
As a result, the toilet facilities next to the park would require extensive upgrades to keep up with demand during the summer months, when they would see an influx of tourists.
The upgrades were to include a Changing Places facility, a number of squat pans, as well as standard toilets, all within the same facility. The timeline for this project was 3 months, compared to the usual
“Changing Places facility ”
The Changing Places facility was equipped with a change table, hoist, privacy screen, large handwashing basin and handrails.
This component of the amenities building can only be accessed with an MLAK key to ensure it is only used by those who need it most.
Accessible Cubicle
This cubicle is wheelchair accessible and is equipped with handrails, a baby change table, a large handwashing basin and backrests. Any member of the public can access this cubicle without a key or permit.
X squat (European) cubicles
There were X squat cubicles within the facility to provide an option for users of different cultures, ensuring their experience was as comfortable as possible.
“X standard cubicles ”
The facility included X standard cubicles equipped with Dyson hand dryers and sharps disposal bins.
Facts:
Delivered to the site in 4 modulesInstallation was completed by a four-person teamContractors on-site included plumbers, concreters and electricians
Conclusion
Utilising the Stellar® modular building system resulted in significant time savings; this project would not have been completed on time using traditional site building methodology. Without the use of the Stellar® modular building system, this project would have taken double the time.
Modular construction meant that the facility was constructed off-site whilst demolition, drainage and concreting works were taking place on site. Once the concrete was cured, the building was ready to be sent to the site for fixing and connection.
This process resulted in a seamless operation, which saw the building being ready in time for the grand opening of the upgraded precinct.
Since its opening, the facility has been heavily utilised by members of the public as well as tourists to the area.
