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Showing 1 to 20 of 85 for “"TH Building construction"”.
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Stiffness and deformation properties of asphalt open graded friction course containing cement coated natural aggregates
The primary objective of this research study was to observe the changes in the physical properties of cement coated secondary aggregates, namely surface roughness and angle of internal friction and how these properties are related to the performance of Open Graded Friction Course asphalt mixtures, …
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A model for the design of project management structures for building clients.
This research constructs and tests a model of the organisation of building projects for maximum benefit to clients. The model is developed from systems theory, independently of conventional organisational assumptions. It is based upon the premise that the process to be managed must be identified …
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The feasibility of using EM waves in determining the moisture content and factors effecting measurements in building fabrics
This work addresses the use of an electromagnetic wave sensor to determine moisture content within building fabrics. Building materials that require a special mixing ratio such as concrete, mortar and membrane layers will be subject to significant effects when exposed to unpredictable weather …
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An investigation of the ‘soft’ features of sustainable and healthy housing design: Exploring stakeholder preferences and their provision in new housing developments.
Despite the widely recognised importance of the impact that built environment has on health and well-being, the concept of sustainable housing is still regarded largely in terms of environmental sustainability. However, given the urgent need to increase the quantity and sustainability of new homes …
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Sustainable Construction in the 21st Century: An Educational Perspective to Shifting the Paradigm
… is a ubiquitous topic debated across the globe. The potential of the construction industry to alleviate the effects of environmental damage whilst contributing to the social and economic dimension of sustainability are great. Despite many efforts by both Government and Higher Education …
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AN INNOVATIVE FRAMEWORK FOR ASSESSING LEAN CONSTRUCTION MATURITY
This thesis integrates Lean construction (LC) with the organisational assessment method ofmaturity models (MM) and delivers an original contribution to knowledge in the form of avalidated innovative organisational framework to measure the current state of LC maturity,which is called Lean …
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Corporate Environmental Disclosure:A Case from the Libyan Construction Industry
In recent years, the international community has become ever more concerned with the effect of human activity on the environment which can be observed and regulated through international policy. An underlying premise suggests that the natural environment should serve the interests of the current …
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The impact of building information modeling (BIM) to architechtural design process
Design in architecture is one of the most diverse activities considered by all related parties in construction industry. During the construction design process, many problems and errors such as design changes & rework, incomplete design, standard of quality in drawings and technical specifications, …
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Development of a Knowledge-Based Energy Damage for evaluating Industrialised Building Systems (IBS) Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) Risk
Malaysia’s construction industry has been long considered hazardous, owing to its poor health and safety record. It is proposed that one of the ways to improve safety and health in the construction industry is through the implementation of ‘off-site’ systems, commonly termed ‘industrialised …
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The impact of building information modeling (BIM) to architectural design process
Design in architecture is one of the most diverse activities considered by all related parties in construction industry. During the construction design process, many problems and errors such as design changes & rework, incomplete design, standard of quality in drawings and technical specifications, …
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Framework for the audit process implementation on public buildings
Audit of public buildings (PBs) is a relatively new phenomenon in the construction industry in Malaysia. Until 2006, there was no such audit conducted on PBs in Malaysia. In 2007, the government, through the Public Works Department (PWD) introduced audit on all buildings owned by the federal …
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External factors affecting construction project performance in Iraq using pestle factors
Construction industry is extremely dynamic sector and plays an important role in developing economy of a country, and in contribution to economic growth. However, construction projects face several risks that limit their progress, which frequently have negative effect on overall project performance …
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The performance of polyurethane grout to stabilise hemic peat
… as a challenging ground for any form of construction due to its engineering characteristics such as high short-term settlement, prolonged long�term post construction settlement and high natural moisture content exceedingly more than 100%. Numerous construction materials and methods have …
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Causes and effects of poor communication in construction projects
… communication is an indispensable element to the successful completion of construction projects. However, maintaining a smooth and effective communication process is a challenge to construction practitioners. Many studies have been carried out on the communication in construction. …
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Improving construction materials management practices in construction sites
Construction Materials Management is a vital function for improving productivity in construction projects. Poor materials management can often affect the overall construction time, quality and budget. Currently, the construction material management practice in Somalia is believed to be poorly …
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Kajian terhadap kos pembinaan rumah kos rendah di Sarawak
Kerajaan telah memperkenalkan perumahan kos rendah bagi menampung keperluan rakyat ekoran kenaikan harga rumah setiap tahun. Namun begitu, projek perumahan kos rendah di Sarawak kurang mendapat keuntungan disebabkan peningkatan kos pembinaan. Terdapat beberapa faktor masalah yang menyumbang kepada …
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Factor of work accident in Indonesian construction site: Medan, Indonesia
… experienced poor occupational safety and health issue because the work accident‟s rate still increased. In fact, 32% of the accidents are derived from construction industry. Medan as one of big city in Indonesia was chosen to run this research following some fatal accidents happened in its …
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Success factors for bumiputra contractors in Malaysia : Johor state
… consultant, contractor, supplier and local authorities are involved in ensuring the success of a construction project. Among these parties, contractor plays the most important role in making the project success within stipulated time, cost and quality. In reality, studies reported that …
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Integration of building information modelling (BIM) with materials management in construction project
Construction industry in Malaysia still lags behind other industries in terms of implementation of information technology. Materials management needs adequate consideration in complex construction projects due to the involvement of several elements of project. Hence, late delivery of materials can …
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