What is MMC?
Modern Methods of Construction.

Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) transforms the industry, emphasising 3D off-site construction. This approach involves manufacturing building components in controlled environments, leading to faster project completion, reduced labour costs, and improved quality.

The 7 Categories of MMC.

  • Pre-Manufacturing – 3D primary structural systems
  • Pre-Manufacturing – 2D primary structural systems
  • Pre-Manufacturing – Non-systemised structural
    components
  • Pre-Manufacturing – Additive Manufacturing
  • Pre-Manufacturing – Non-structural assemblies and sub-assemblies
  • Traditional building product-led site labour
    reduction/productivity improvements
  • Site process led labour reduction/productivity
    improvements

Examples of 3d off-site construction technique.

Volumetric construction
Precast concrete construction
Timber frame construction

MMC in various sectors.

  • Residential buildings: Ideal for high-rise apartments and modular homes.
  • Commercial buildings: Used in offices, retail spaces, and hospitality facilities.
  • Infrastructure projects: Employed in bridges, tunnels, and other projects for durability.

Conclusion.

3D off-site construction transforms the industry with efficiency, sustainability, and quality. As MMC technologies evolve, expect increased adoption across projects.

The future of MMC (2024).

  • Trend towards automated, off-site modular builds.
  • Advantages include higher-quality buildings, reduced carbon emissions, and lower energy bills.
  • Anticipated MMC usage increase from 6–10% to approximately 20% in the next decade.

Enablement of MMC
through Satori.

Satori enables various MMC benefits that ultimately lead to:

Reduced time and cost:

  • Controlled manufacturing speeds up construction and assures programme.

Improved quality:

  • Precision minimises on-site rework due to enhanced understanding

Reduced waste:

  • Environmental sustainability through minimised construction waste.

Satori facilitates design collaboration among architects, engineers, and designers working on off-site design projects.

Real-time communication and file-sharing capabilities ensure that all stakeholders are involved in the design process, even if they are geographically dispersed.

In MMC, where various components may be produced by different entities, effective communication is vital. Satori ensures that everyone involved is on the same page, reducing errors and delays.

Satori serves as a centralised repository for design documentation, CAD drawings, and specifications.

In off-site design, where various components are created separately, having a centralised repository ensures that all teams are working with the latest design versions.

Design modifications can be made in real-time to enhance manufacturing efficiency and minimise waste.

Satori assists in managing and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and building codes.

In MMC, where off-site construction may involve different jurisdictions, Satori helps track and ensure adherence to diverse regulatory requirements.

Satori helps maintain version control for design documents, preventing conflicts and ensuring that everyone is using the most up-to-date information.

In off-site design, where changes to one component may impact others, version control is critical to maintaining consistency across the entire project.

Satori seamlessly integrates with Building Information Modelling (BIM) platforms.

BIM integration allows designers to create 3D models that accurately represent the modular components, aiding in visualisation, clash detection, and coordination.

SMPs facilitate collaboration with suppliers involved in providing prefabricated components.

Designers can analyse past projects, identify areas for improvement, and make data-driven decisions to enhance the effectiveness of off-site design processes.

Summary.

Satori acts as a comprehensive platform that supports the collaborative, efficient, and well coordinated design of modular components in off-site construction. It ensures that the off-site design process is streamlined, from initial planning and collaboration to the creation of detailed design documentation and specifications.

MMC Satori Case Study.

Background.

A multinational construction firm, Client X , is establishing a series of sustainable facilities across different continents. Recognising the diverse challenges in language, local governance and code compliance, and varying levels of construction expertise in each location, they decide to adopt Satori as their approach to streamline the design and construction processes.

Objective.

Client X aims to pre-fabricate the facility design in the United Kingdom, leveraging its advanced construction capabilities. To facilitate collaboration with local businesses in each country, they plan to utilise Satori’s 3D space management functionality. The primary goal is to provide a visually immersive experience that enables local stakeholders to understand the pre-fabrication construction process, to assure programme timelines and aspire for seamless on-site assembly.

Client X collaborates with architects, engineers, and sustainability experts in the UK to create a modular and sustainable facility design.

The prefabrication process is optimised to meet high-quality standards and then integrated into Satori.

Client X adopts Satori, allowing visualisation of the entire construction process, via step-by-step guides and fully interactive 3D Models.

The platform incorporates detailed specifications and product elements to convey the intricacies of the prefabrication process.

Satori is designed to support multiple languages, ensuring that stakeholders in various countries can easily comprehend the construction process.

Local materials and resource variations are integrated into the visualisations to address the diverse conditions in each region.

Client X conducts virtual workshops and training sessions using CenterPoint to collaborate with local businesses, contractors, and regulatory authorities.

Live demonstrations showcase the step-by-step assembly of prefabricated components, empowering local stakeholders with a clear understanding of the construction methodology.

Satori’s Performance Review module enables continuous feedback loops that gather insights from local partners, incorporating their expertise and addressing specific challenges unique to each region.

The platform allows for real-time modifications and updates, ensuring that the construction plan remains flexible and adaptable.

Results.

Local businesses in each country gain a comprehensive understanding of the construction process, fostering collaboration and reducing potential miscommunication.

Client X achieves cost savings through efficient prefabrication design in the UK and minimises construction delays by empowering local teams with visualised and standardised processes.

The sustainable design principles are effectively communicated, contributing to a positive environmental impact in diverse global locations. Client X’s innovative approach showcases the power of prefabrication combined with Satori’s advanced visualisation tools in overcoming global construction challenges, ultimately leading to the successful establishment of sustainable facilities worldwide.

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