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to ensure that the groundworks packages are fully coordinated with the modular units before they arrive onsite. “Our remit has focused on
sub-structures – designing a foundation that is fully co-ordinated with the offsite manufacturers’ superstructure and service locations – and the development of the associated civil and infrastructure – designing roads and drainage to cater for developments which can range from nine bespoke units to hundreds of affordable, standardised properties. “Engineers need to be agile, respon-
sive and willing to adapt to clients’ modular requirements, responding to site-specific factors, and being bold when it comes to challenging a design. “Yes, modern methods of construction
which cost just £1 per day to run. Martin Valentine, managing director of Positive Homes said: “Our bespoke development in the heart of Nottinghamshire will see the creation of nine new properties – which each require a four-day onsite build time. “We anticipate that these homes will
be sold off-plan due to the high-quality finish, unique design and environmen- tally-friendly aspects – without the ‘eco-premium’ price tag. These are the real benefits of modular housing.” Oakes continued: “Where
engineering can benefit is through working closely with the manufacturer
have perhaps been slow to get off the ground. But now that the right people have bought into these principles, I think we’ll be seeing a flurry of projects which incorporate these low carbon, offsite build methods. Oakes concludes: “We’re a relatively
new business – opening in 2018 – but we’ve already completed 100 modular units and are now the recommended engineer for ilke Homes. This is a sign of things to come. The future is very much modular.”
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