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Aibinu, A A and Odeyinka, H A (2006) Construction Delays and Their Causative Factors in Nigeria. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 667–77.

Brilakis, I and Soibelman, L (2006) Multimodal Image Retrieval from Construction Databases and Model-Based Systems. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 777–85.

Caldas, C H, Torrent, D G and Haas, C T (2006) Using Global Positioning System to Improve Materials-Locating Processes on Industrial Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 741–9.

Galloway, P D (2006) Comparative Study of University Courses on Critical-Path Method Scheduling. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 712–22.

Galloway, P D (2006) Survey of the Construction Industry Relative to the Use of CPM Scheduling for Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 697–711.

Ho, S P (2006) Model for Financial Renegotiation in Public-Private Partnership Projects and Its Policy Implications: Game Theoretic View. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 678–88.

Lædre, O, Austeng, K, Haugen, T I and Klakegg, O J (2006) Procurement Routes in Public Building and Construction Projects. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 689–96.

Lowe, D J, Emsley, M W and Harding, A (2006) Predicting Construction Cost Using Multiple Regression Techniques. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 750–8.

Lucko, G, Anderson-Cook, C M and Vorster, M C (2006) Statistical Considerations for Predicting Residual Value of Heavy Equipment. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 723–32.

Mullens, M A and Arif, M (2006) Structural Insulated Panels: Impact on the Residential Construction Process. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 786–94.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Construction management; Productivity; Risk management; Technology; Insulation; Panels;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)0733-9364(2006)132:7(786)
  • Abstract:
    Uncertainty and risk have contributed to the reluctance of U.S. homebuilders to embrace new construction technologies. This paper explores one innovative, but underutilized building technology, structural insulated panels (SIPs), and its impact on the residential construction process. The paper presents findings from a side-by-side case study of the construction of two Habitat for Humanity homes, one SIP and one conventional wood-framing. Although the study focuses on labor productivity and cycle time during framing, other key construction performance metrics are assessed including worker safety, quality/workmanship, material waste, worker skill levels, and equipment requirements. Findings indicate that SIPs saved about two-thirds of the site framing labor for walls and roofs, with cycle time savings of similar magnitude. No significant impacts on other construction performance metrics were observed, however, size of the panels did require a lift truck and construction crane. While conclusions are limited by the scope of the case study, the writers believe that building with SIPs can be very efficient. The paper identifies key actions required of builders and SIP manufacturers to maximize potential benefits.

Navon, R and Kolton, O (2006) Model for Automated Monitoring of Fall Hazards in Building Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 733–40.

Reinschmidt, K and Trejo, D (2006) Economic Value of Building Faster. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 759–66.

Rezgui, Y and Zarli, A (2006) Paving the Way to the Vision of Digital Construction: A Strategic Roadmap. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 132(07), 767–76.