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The Growing Trend of Commercial Modular Construction

The Growing Trend of Commercial Modular Construction

Posted on 03. Oct, 2011 by .

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A recent New York Times article highlighted the growing trend in permanent modular construction. We believe the trend is here to stay given the many benefits of this construction method, and this is evident in our recent hires. Welcome to Mr. Gary Eason Triumph Modular Inc. recently hired Mr. Gary Eason who has 30 years [...]

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When and Why Modular Part Four: The Legal Framework and Wrap Up

When and Why Modular Part Four: The Legal Framework and Wrap Up

Posted on 13. Jun, 2011 by .

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It’s time to wrap up the “When and Why Modular” series. When choosing permanent modular construction, the appetite of the owner to use “open” as opposed to a closed legal framework is an important consideration. For lack of a better term we will call it the legal framework box. If the decision makers of a [...]

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When and Why Modular Part Three: The Financial Factor

When and Why Modular Part Three: The Financial Factor

Posted on 27. May, 2011 by .

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Clients will need to know a few things about commercial modular construction regarding cost or even better about the financial factor. With the financial factor we are definitely going to need a neutral box to check.  It’s often neutral and tough to predict in advance of the project. Here are some issues relating to costs.  [...]

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When and Why Modular Part Two: Experience, Speed and Labor

When and Why Modular Part Two: Experience, Speed and Labor

Posted on 23. May, 2011 by .

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The next factor I will refer to as the experience factor.  This is the one and only factor that I wish weren’t included in the list and hopefully will not be for too much longer.  However, the fact is that if the design and contracting team don’t have experience with off-site modular construction, this may [...]

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When and Why Modular Part One: Location

When and Why Modular Part One: Location

Posted on 18. May, 2011 by .

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It may be truer than not that in a factory “the sun always shines.”  Certainly it never rains in a factory.  But even if both are taken as truths, these aren’t reasons enough for choosing permanent modular buildings over conventional construction. In many cases, traditional outdoor methods of construction make perfect sense. Items such as [...]

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“Prefab Architecture” Requires More People Integration

“Prefab Architecture” Requires More People Integration

Posted on 07. Apr, 2011 by .

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A new book by Ryan Smith, “Prefab Architecture” provides an up to date explanation of “modular” as a project delivery method.  It brings critical understanding to anyone interested in methods of design and construction and I believe goes a lot further.  If masses of people read this book the modular industry would jump years ahead [...]

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Kelly Joins Triumph Modular Corp.

Kelly Joins Triumph Modular Corp.

Posted on 10. Nov, 2010 by .

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Gregg B. Kelly has joined Littleton’s Triumph Modular Corp. as director of major projects. Kelly has more than 26 years of experience in every phase of modular construction from design and estimating to project management and site construction, according to a statement. At Triumph Modular, Kelly will be providing technical expertise and guidance to project [...]

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