Proposing a “lean and green” framework for equipment cost analysis in construction

Lu, Ming; Diaz, Nicolas; Hasan, Monjurul

doi:10.1007/s42524-019-0033-4

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“…Tool that allows us to simulate the behavior and performance of real-world processes. 4 [50], [65], [67], [68] 25 Takt Production Stabilizes the pace of work and standardizes processes. 3 [36], [48], [ Lean design tool for construction that is based on information-based design.…”

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Implementation of the Lean Construction Methodology in the Management of the Material Transportation Process- A Review

Iparraguirre-Villanueva,

Taico-Valverde,

Velezmoro-Abanto

et al. 2023

IJETT

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One of the biggest problems in the construction industry that often generates delays and loss of value in the construction site are the processes related to the management of material transportation. These processes are decisive in collaborating in the search for greater productivity. Lean Construction (LC), together with its tools and techniques, is a methodology that is being implemented in the sector and whose objective is the identification and elimination of waste on-site. The objective of this work is to analyze the impact of implementing the LC methodology in the construction sector focused on the transportation of materials, as well as to verify the other benefits of the methodology. In this systematic literature review (SLR) work, seven online databases were used to search for scientific manuscripts related to the LC methodology and the materials transportation process; after being analyzed and systematized using the prism methodology and the inclusion and exclusion criteria, 54 manuscripts were selected, seeking to answer the research questions. The results indicate that 21 manuscripts state that the benefits provided by the application and execution of LC are fundamental to ensure the execution and success of the project. Also, LC tools and techniques are essential to improve productivity. Also, the analysis shows that the main challenges are lack of management commitment, lack of willingness to change the culture, lack of skills and lack of training. Finally, the importance of management in the building materials supply chain is demonstrated by identifying the drivers and enablers.

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Implementation of the Lean Construction Methodology in the Management of the Material Transportation Process- A Review

Iparraguirre-Villanueva,

Taico-Valverde,

Velezmoro-Abanto

et al. 2023

IJETT

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“…There are implications on the related cost and alternative materials (e.g. Lu et al , 2019; Tam et al , 2019).…”

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From green buildings to living buildings? Rating schemes and waste management practices in Australian educational buildings

Udawatta

Zuo

Chiveralls

et al. 2020

ECAM

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PurposeThere is an increasing level of recognition of the pressing issues associated with climate change and resource depletion. As a result, it is well recognised that higher education institutions bear responsibilities to promote “sustainable development”. Many universities have adopted green building practices in the construction of their building infrastructure. A variety of Green Building Rating Tools (GBRTs) have been designed to facilitate green building developments. Thus, the aim of this research is to identify mechanisms to improve current GBRTs in terms of waste management (WM) practices by using green star accredited educational buildings in Australia.Design/methodology/approachA qualitative approach was adopted in this study to achieve the research aim by conducting three case studies of educational buildings in South Australia. Thirty three interviews were carried out in a face-to-face, semi-structured manner and project documentations were reviewed. The participants were asked to provide their expert opinions on the GS initiative and its ability to minimise waste generation, the impact of the GS initiative on solid WM practices and problems associated with the implementation process of the GS initiative. Data was analysed using code-based content analysis using the NVivo software package. Tables and figures were used as the visualization technique to present an expedient understanding in a holistic manner.FindingsFindings showed that the Green Star (GS) initiative drives change in the way current practices are performed in the Australian construction industry. However, this study revealed that WM targets outlined in the GS initiative are not challenging enough. Thus, suggestions are provided in this research to improve the WM aspects of GS initiatives by looking beyond a focus on “sustainability” and “waste minimisation” towards a focus on regenerative environments.Originality/valueThese findings are valuable for practitioners and policymakers seeking to improve WM practices and to address issues associated with climate change and resource depletion.

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“…Heavy equipment used during the construction stage can produce considerable emissions, from the excavation process to the demolition phase [25,26]. The traveling time of heavy equipment when working in a construction project is related to the distance between car parks from the main areas of construction, and this directly affects carbon emissions during construction [27,28]. Implementing green goals at the construction phase could improve environmental performance [29], and is considered to be a key feature of the next generation of green performance evaluation models [30].…”

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Green Performance Evaluation System for Energy-Efficiency-Based Planning for Construction Site Layout

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The location of temporary facilities in a construction project and the entire site layout plan directly affect project objectives such as time, labor cost, and material transportation and handling. The layout of construction sites also affects entrainment factors such as energy consumption, carbon footprints, and overall construction operation productivity. While site layout planning has been intensively investigated from a project objectives perspective, there have been very few studies of energy-efficiency-based planning, or of the sustainability performance of site layouts. This study developed a green performance evaluation system aimed at improving the sustainability of construction site layouts. The identified factors include six sustainable evaluation categories covering energy conservation and environmental protection, people-oriented principles, construction efficiency, intensity of economic growth, intensity of space use, and the overall control of process. An analytic hierarchy process (AHP) was adopted to determine the weight of each attribute and a fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method was established to carry out the evaluation. The 23 attributes adopted in this paper were identified in the literature; however, the major contribution of this paper is the development of a green performance evaluation system. This system integrates both qualitative and quantitative attributes and provides an overall evaluation of the environmental effectiveness of a construction site layout. The proposed evaluation system was validated with a commercial building project. The average utilization ratio of the case study site was calculated as 94%, and lessons learned are discussed in this paper. The case study analysis identified available site spaces around the building and examined how the arrangement of resources and facilities ensures effective connection between construction activities. The findings showed that the facility’s layout plays a crucial role in energy consumption and green performance. The proposed system will support construction project managers to create high-performance construction site layouts in more scientific and systematic ways.

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Proposing a “lean and green” framework for equipment cost analysis in construction

Cited by 4 publications

References 36 publications

Implementation of the Lean Construction Methodology in the Management of the Material Transportation Process- A Review

Implementation of the Lean Construction Methodology in the Management of the Material Transportation Process- A Review

From green buildings to living buildings? Rating schemes and waste management practices in Australian educational buildings

Green Performance Evaluation System for Energy-Efficiency-Based Planning for Construction Site Layout

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