Model validation of factors limiting the use of prefabricated construction systems in Turkey

• Published in: Engineering, construction, and architectural management Vol. 28; no. 9; pp. 2610 - 2636
• Main Authors: Gumusburun Ayalp, Gulden, Ay, Ilhami
• Format: Journal Article
• Language: English
• Published: Bradford Emerald Publishing Limited 02.11.2021; Emerald Group Publishing Limited
• Subjects: Architecture; Constraining; Construction industry; Contractors; Design; Earthquakes; Factor analysis; Manufacturing; Prefabricated buildings; Quality control; Structural models; Turkey; Prefabrication; Architect; Building contractor
• ISSN: 0969-9988; 1365-232X
• DOI: 10.1108/ECAM-04-2020-0248

PurposePrefabricated construction technology enables relatively faster and easier construction of building structures at a lower project cost, providing improved quality control with minimal material waste. Despite the advantages of prefabricated construction systems, they are not extensively used i...