Why should you decide on the construction type early?

Late construction-type decisions can trigger additional fire-rating requirements, testing and engineering judgements. Here's why confirming the approach early matters for modular projects.
The problem

When construction type stays undecided, costly requirements can surface late.

Construction type helps consultants define project requirements. For a modular manufacturer, it also affects major cost drivers from the outset, particularly fire-rating requirements.

The key lesson: Confirm the construction type early and review the applicable fire ratings, listed assemblies and code requirements with the modular provider. This helps the team identify gaps before they become late testing, engineering judgements or schedule problems.

 

Four steps to protect the project schedule

Decide on the Construction Type, and Soon

What to remember: Why should you decide on the construction type early?

Construction type is more than a consultant's classification.

For the modular manufacturer, it establishes requirements that can affect cost, fire-rating coordination and delivery timing.

Early alignment allows the design and manufacturing teams to review the requirements together, before changes become more disruptive.

 

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