What is a modular?
Modular in the term means something in a certain size and scale; Designed and formatted. Modular is used in many disciplines. In each modular field, it is defined in a special way. Among these disciplines is architecture. In modular architecture, a level or volume is created by repeating specific modules several times and a larger composition is created. In other words, connecting and putting together various and multiple shapes can be used to build larger structures.
The purpose of using a modular system is to reduce costs, increase construction speed, easy movement and save time. Prefabricated parts that are used in mass building and implementation of the building are the foundation of modularity. Modular can be used to build exhibition spaces, classrooms, kiosks, villas, multi-story buildings, rooms and offices, music studios, etc.
Since time is an important factor in the delivery of construction projects, it is necessary to manage time in the implementation of construction projects. Using the modular system is an effective solution for managing and reducing the time of construction projects. In the modular system, common materials and materials are used and it is subject to conventional regulations and differs from traditional constructions only in terms of construction time.
In the modular system, prefabricated parts and structures are produced in the factory and installed in the desired location. in such a way that in the factory; The floors and walls of the rooms as well as the roof are made. Then they are transferred to the desired site and position and finally assembled. Using a crane, large parts can be placed in the desired position. These constructions can be used both permanently and temporarily with the ability to move and rearrange.
⚫️ Benefits:
One of the advantages of the modular method; Reducing the cost means reducing the installation and implementation time of the project. Considering that the parts needed for a structure are made in the factory environment at the same time; It causes the project implementation time to decrease significantly. Because inhibiting factors such as adverse weather conditions and regional conditions are removed. Increased safety for workers is another benefit of the modular system. This is because the construction of parts is done in a safe environment and there are no risks from the height and movement of building materials. Depending on the type of use of the structure, different materials are used to build the structures and the modules are not very heavy.
Structural insulation panels are one of the things that are both light and durable and act as insulation against moisture and heat. These materials include steel, concrete and wood. Modular parts can be disassembled and moved. For this reason, it is also easy to restore. The waste of construction materials can also be controlled and reduced in the modular system.
Any type of building can be built using the modular system, provided that before construction, the design of the building is done based on the modular system. With the difference that in traditional construction, changes can be made in the design. In big cities and dense urban areas, the modular system is preferable to the traditional system. In remote and hard-to-reach areas, the problems of working in such areas can be reduced by using the modular method. The modular system has the advantage that the arrangements can be changed according to the needs and the modules can be rearranged.
⚫️ Project Implementation by Modular Method:
Project design and engineering plan
Approval of the desired plan
Marking and foundation preparation
Making prefabricated parts in the factory
Transporting the manufactured parts to the installation site
Installation and erection of modular parts and structures
If needed, repair different parts
⚫️ Modular template
To implement the modular system in construction, molds are needed which are used for concreting. All kinds of modular molds are made according to the design of the structure and the required dimensions.
It goes without saying that in recent years, there have been improvements in the construction of concreting molds. In addition to using wood and metal, mold making from fiberglass, plastic and composite is one of these developments. The factor of cost and resistance has caused that wood and metal are still preferred over the mentioned materials. In the modular system, the use of steel is preferred. The reasons for this preference are:
High reproducibility in the use of metal mold due to high cross resistance.
The possibility of placing metal forms on top of each other in order to build high structures.
Creating smooth surfaces free of any defects due to the smooth surface of the steel sheet.
Non-adherence of concrete to the steel surface due to the flexibility of the steel.
Simplicity and ease in setting up and assembling metal molds.
Being strong and having a long service life and also resistant to fire.
The ability to change the resistance and capacity of the mold.
Increase formatting speed.
Maintenance of modular molds is effective in their useful life. If the molds are used correctly, the life of these molds will increase. For this purpose, it is necessary to avoid falling, hitting, throwing and being in corrosive conditions. If the above conditions are observed, the templates are not changed and it is possible to reuse and sell the templates as used and second-hand templates. This helps to make the method profitable and return capital.
