Special Publication SP 139 Innovation in Japanese prefabricated house-building industries

Publication Year

1996

Document Status

Current

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.

Document History

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

ISBN

9780860174639

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