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Ashuri, B and Tavakolan, M (2012) Fuzzy Enabled Hybrid Genetic Algorithm–Particle Swarm Optimization Approach to Solve TCRO Problems in Construction Project Planning. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1065–74.

Choi, K, Son, K, Woods, P and Park, Y J (2012) LEED Public Transportation Accessibility and Its Economic Implications. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1095–102.

Dikmen, I, Birgonul, M T, Tah, J H M and Ozer, A H (2012) Web-Based Risk Assessment Tool Using Integrated Duration–Cost Influence Network Model. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1023–34.

Fong, P S W and Chen, L (2012) Governance of Learning Mechanisms: Evidence from Construction Firms. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1053–64.

Gilkey, D P, del Puerto, C L, Keefe, T, Bigelow, P, Herron, R, Rosecrance, J and Chen, P (2012) Comparative Analysis of Safety Culture Perceptions among HomeSafe Managers and Workers in Residential Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1044–52.

Hajifathalian, K, Wambeke, B W, Liu, M and Hsiang, S M (2012) Effects of Production Control Strategy and Duration Variance on Productivity and Work in Process: Simulation-Based Investigation. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1035–43.

Liu, D, Sun, J, Zhong, D and Song, L (2012) Compaction Quality Control of Earth-Rock Dam Construction Using Real-Time Field Operation Data. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1085–94.

Moret, Y and Einstein, H H (2012) Experience in Expert Estimation of Probabilities and Correlations for Rail Line Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1103–6.

Moret, Y and Einstein, H H (2012) Modeling Correlations in Rail Line Construction. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1075–84.

Shewchuk, J P and Guo, C (2012) Panel Stacking, Panel Sequencing, and Stack Locating in Residential Construction: Lean Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1006–16.

  • Type: Journal Article
  • Keywords: Walls; Panels; Lean construction; Construction management; Residential buildings; Wall panels; Lean construction; Construction management;
  • ISBN/ISSN: 0733-9364
  • URL: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)CO.1943-7862.0000520
  • Abstract:
    A current trend in residential construction is the use of prefabricated wall panels. Panels are manufactured at a factory, then arranged into stacks for transporting to the construction site, where they are assembled. Current approaches to planning panelized construction are focused on stacking and transport efficiency, with little consideration given to assembly. This results in excessive panel material handling during construction, increased construction lead time, and increased risk of worker overload and/or injury. This paper proposes a lean approach to panel stacking, panel sequencing, and stack locating, where panels within each stack form a continuous structure and are erected via continuous flow. The objectives are to minimize the quantity of stacks, panel material handling distance, and the work required to position and brace panels—panel interference is ignored. Few researchers have addressed this problem: a single algorithm has been reported, and this only works for certain building shapes and may provide infeasible solutions. The proposed approach and algorithm result in improved performance, have no shape restrictions, and always provide feasible solutions. Additionally, computational experiments show that the algorithm outperforms methods being employed in the construction industry today.

Son, K, Choi, K, Woods, P and Park, Y J (2012) Urban Sustainability Predictive Model Using GIS: Appraised Land Value versus LEED Sustainable Site Credits. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1107–12.

Xia, B, Chan, A, Molenaar, K and Skitmore, M (2012) Determining the Appropriate Proportion of Owner-Provided Design in Design-Build Contracts: Content Analysis Approach. Journal of Construction Engineering and Management, 138(09), 1017–22.