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Buildability Series Publications
| PREFAB Architecture | |
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PREFAB Architecture is a joint publication by BCA and SIA. It features prefabricated solutions for buildings, especially residential developments, with local and overseas examples. |
| Structural Precast Concrete Handbook (2nd Edition) | |
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The publication of this Handbook aims to provide the engineering profession with a wider understanding of the procedures of precast concrete structural design.
Besides serving as a useful guide and source of information, the Handbook will be particularly valuable to engineers who are less familiar with precast concrete design and
construction for buildings. The design methods and approaches in the Handbook are based on Singapore Standard on Code of Practice for Structural Use of Concrete - CP65 :
1999. This Handbook is developed largely based on our local experience with reference to relevant overseas practices. Click here to view. |
| Modular Coordination Guide | |
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The objective of this publication is to introduce the concepts of modular coordination and its benefits to designers.
At the same time, it gives practical advices on the application of modular coordination using actual projects as examples.
The recommended modules in this publication take into consideration the feedback from the industry. The needs
for flexibility in design and the sub-module have been taken into consideration. Click here to view. |
| Guide to Precast Concrete and Prefabricated Reinforcement for Buildings, May 1997 |
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This Guide aims to familiarise developers and architects with the flexibility and benefits of using precast concrete components and prefabricated
reinforcement. Standardisation of sizes of commonly used prefabricated components will encourage wider application
and help to make their production more economical. This Guide has therefore incorporated a catalogue of recommended
structural building components which would meet the needs of most of our buildings. Click here to view. |
| Raising Singapore's Construction Productivity, September 1992 | |
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The increase in construction activity in the early 90s
and its attendant need for more manpower brought the issue
of construction productivity into focus. This report covers
the issues and factors affecting construction productivity,
and the potential and directions for improvement. It will
help in understanding the productivity issue better. Click here to view. |
| Prefabricated Reinforcement Handbook, November 1997 | |
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This Handbook is another effort by the industry to help
engineers increase the buildability of their designs.
It identifies the areas where prefabricated reinforcement
can be used and promotes the use of standardised meshes
and cages. The Handbook helps engineers by providing necessary
design tables, construction details where relevant and
annotations of prefabricated reinforcement. Some design
examples are also provided. Click here to view. |
| Code Of Practice on Buildable Design,September 2005 Edition | |
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The introduction of government regulations under the Building
Control Act requires building designs to have a minimum
Buildability Score. This Code advises the industry on
the minimum Buildability Scores required and sets
out the method for determining the Buildability Score. Click here to view. |
| Reference Guide on Standard Prefricated Building Components | |
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This Reference Guide is a design tool for designers
(including developers, architects, engineers, contractors,
precasters, etc.), who may, from time to time, need
to make reference to the dimensions and connection details
of standard prefabricated building components commonly
used and specified by the industry. It describes the
applications of standard prefabricated building components,
which are being adopted by the industry. Click here to view. |
| A Resource Book for Structural Steel Design & Construction | |
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This publication discusses concept of steelwork design
and construction. Several prestigious steel projects in
Singapore are presented in this publication to provide
a source of information, which is particularly valuable
to engineers who are keen to find out more about the modern
steel technology. This publication is jointly published
by the Singapore Structural Steel Society and the Building
and Construction Authority. Click here to view. |
| Guide to the Buildable Design Appraisal System | |
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This guide explains the method for computing the buildability
score using the Buildable Design Appraisal System. Interpretation
on the terms and methods of measurement / computation
are given to ensure that the buildability scores are computed
in a consistent manner. Examples of buildable design scoring
are also given to illustrate the computation sequence
and methodology. Click here to view. |
| Buildable Solutions for High-Rise Residential Development | |
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This publication is a joint effort and collaboration between BCA and a group of private practitioners.
It highlights salient issues involved in the use of precast concrete components; with specific mention of in-situ flat plate
or precast floor slab with precast facade system as buildable solutions for high rise residential developments. It outlines planning and design process as well as
practical considerations that one should be familiar with when dealing with precast concrete components. Good examples of
local high-rise building projects were also documented for reference. Click here to view. |
| Buildable Solutions for Landed Residential Development in Singapore | |
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The Buildable Solutions for Landed Residential Development is a guide meant to provide greater awareness and
understanding on the use of buildable design in landed residential projects. The study has documented buildable
systems that are able to improve site productivity, construction quality and minimize wastage due to re-works.
The buildable systems are precast system, structural steel system, flat plate system and light gauge steel frame system. Click here to view. |
| The Buildable Wall Systems | |
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The Buildable Wall Systems is a guide meant to provide greater awareness and understanding on the use of buildable
wall systems. The information includes the buildability scores of the wall system, the functional requirement,
design consideration and the comparison of different wall systems. Click here to view. |
| Dry Internal Partition Walls for Quality Homes | |
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Click here to find more information on dry internal partition walls. |
| What you need to know about Prefabricated Bathroom Unit (PBU) | |
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Click here to find more information on Prefabricated Bathroom Unit. |
For more information, please contact Ms Kong Chew Kwek at (65) 63255062.
Email address: kong_chew_kwek@bca.gov.sg
Website address: http:///www.bca.gov.sg
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