Kumar and Associates

Modular container architecture is a form of architecture using steel inter-modal containers (shipping containers) as structural elements. The use of containers as a building material has grown in popularity over the past several years due to their inherent strength, wide availability, and relatively low expense. Homes have also been built with containers because they are seen as more eco-friendly than traditional building materials such as brick and cement. Due to their shape and material, containers can be easily modified to fit many purposes. Containers are designed to be stacked in high columns, carrying heavy loads. They are also designed to resist harsh environments, such as on ocean-going vessels or sprayed with road salt while transported on roads.  Though shipping containers are extensively being used by the shipping companies for the storage & transportation of goods from one location to another, its uses have incredibly increased in the construction field as...

Prefabrication is the construction which includes assembling components of a structure in a manufacturing or production site, transporting complete assemblies, or partial assemblies to the site where the structure is to be located. It is a combination of good design with modern high- performance components and quality controlled manufacturing procedures. This work is carried out in two stages, manufacturing of components in a place other than final location and their erection in position. The prefab components and prefab structures eliminate space and time over conventional constructions. Prefabricated sections are produced in large quantities in a factory and then shipped to various construction sites. This procedure may allow work to continue despite poor weather conditions and should reduce any waste in time and material at the site. Some benefits of prefabricated structures are- ● Saving in cost, material, time & manpower. ● Shuttering and scaffolding are not necess...