This approach leverages existing infrastructure and transmission lines, drastically reducing the need for new construction and minimising community disruption.. 3.
As much ‘intelligence’ as possible is then placed in the interfaces (e.g.bracketry which is self locating to control tolerances and is colour coded to ensure correct application etc.)
The ‘intelligent’ components are small, manually handleable and accurately mass produced..The level of bespoke production is thus focussed on far less tonnage than designs for e.g.traditional steel composite or flat slab solutions.. Repeatable, standard elements such as the brackets and temporary works are designed to be robotically fabricated directly from the digital library.
On The Forge, SME Easi-Space worked with BSI to develop the standard for robotic welding of structural components:.Digital files from the model can be sent directly to the fabricator.
Certification to BSI and UKCA standards.
Fabrication of structures and components for structures up to 15 stories high using steel, aluminium and stainless steel.Platform Design for Manufacture and Assembly (P-DfMA) offers a unique opportunity to refocus an industry beset by problems: low productivity, poor value, an aging workforce and not enough new workers.
Operating in this current state, the construction industry simply can’t meet the needs of the future.Our global population is increasing rapidly – it’s estimated to reach 11.5 billion by 2050.
So there’s an unavoidable need to create high-quality and sustainable infrastructure for vast numbers of people, including housing, education, healthcare and transport.At the same time, our environment demands change, with the building and construction industry contributing a staggering 39% of global carbon emissions.