Improving Formwork Using Lean Tools

Abstract

Materials for modules and payments for your workers are some of the main expenses for the concrete structures with stiffness. In view of this, module construction is one of the essential factors if the project succeeds or not. Traditional module construction that is involved in those activities without adding values results in wastes. This study aimed at adopting a compact method to reduce waste in the module works.The compact module construction model is developed to achieve this goal. Andon of this model is made use of build a spot assurance system. Labours can be assisted immediately in case of any issues are raised. Besides Andon, module processes are introduced to the Kanban system to decrease mold stock and fulfil the flow of process behind ceaseless work. There was one real case discussed to verify if the proposed module applies to all. Application findings indicate that the developed method is able to conduct mandatory banishment in the module flow of the process and add value in the operation.

Analysis of Industrial Formwork Systems Supply Chain Using Value Stream Mapping

“…Several studies have been carried out in formwork engineering to improve the productivity and performance of RC construction projects. Most of the previous studies focused on formwork engineering were grouped under three main topics: (1) lean design of the formwork and its implementation on the construction site with a lean approach (e.g., Ko and Kuo, 2019;Ko and Kuo, 2020), (2) determination of the selection and constructability assessment criteria for the formwork (e.g., Krawczynska-Piechna, 2016; Kannan and Santhi, 2018), and (3) application of decision-making methods for the appropriate formwork selection (e.g., Shin et al, 2012;Elbeltagi et al, 2012). This study aims to identify the industrial formwork system SCCs in the Turkish RC construction industry and to analyze the time performance of these configurations.…”