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SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012:
Liberalisation and Transformation

19th September 2012 Sime Darby Convention Centre
Precast Adoption in Singapore
By Mr. Desmond Hill Council Member Past President Singapore Contractors Association Ltd
SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012
19TH SEPTEMBER 2012
Topic: Precast Adoption in Singapore

Speaker
Mr. Desmond Hill Council Member Past President Singapore Contractors Association Ltd
Mr Desmond Hill heads the Business Development Unit and Building Division of PentaOcean Construction Co Ltd, Singapore Office. He has over 30 years of experience in large scale civil works and building projects being involved from its inception till completion. His experience includes being involved in public housing adoption of precast elements in the early eighties to running a precast plant. Mr Hill holds a Degree in Civil Engineering from the National University of Singapore. He is also a Fellow of the Institution Of Engineers, Singapore and the Society of Project Managers and is an Accredited Adjudicator and Evaluator of the Singapore Mediation Centre. He is no stranger to the construction scene having been involved in the industry landscape concerning contracts, standards, construction management and productivity. He continues to serve actively in various private and public sector committees and associations.
Synopsis
Similar to the Industrialised Building System (IBS) adopted in Malaysia, Singapores National Productivity and Continual Education Council (NPCEC) endorsed the Construction Productivity Roadmap in November 2010 to uplift the Singapore construction sectors productivity. Its Vision is to build a highly integrated and technologically advanced construction sector led by progressive firms and supported by a skilled and competent workforce by 2020. The Roadmap seeks to address the challenges of easy availability of low cost and transient foreign workers and steer the construction industry towards greater adoption of higher buildable design and labour-efficient technology. Regulatory requirements such as lower quota for Foreign Workers, increase in Foreign Worker Levy, CoreTrade Scheme and Buildability Framework puts responsibility to developers, architects, engineers and builders to consider a wider range of construction systems, methods, technologies, materials and products to meet the requirement for minimum Buildable Design Score and Constructability Score before construction can commence and Temporary Occupation Permit is given. In view of the above, modular and repetitive designs and off-site fabrications e.g. precast, SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012 19TH SEPTEMBER 2012
steel structure, unitized curtain wall etc. are now receiving a wider adoption in Singapore. This presentation will showcase Precast adoption in Singapore.
SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012
19TH SEPTEMBER 2012
PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE
Precast Adoption in Singapore by Desmond Hill
Contents
1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore) 2. History of Precast in Singapore 3. Versatility of Precast 4. Advantages of Precast 5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB) 6. Adoption of Precast in Private Sector
1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)
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2. History of Precast in Singapore

1970s
Precast components limited to Civil Engineering Works such as pipes, piles, blocks and precast beams for bridges.
1980s
Precast Concrete (PC) Components for buildings started when the Housing Development Board (HDB) introduced large scale industrialization in public housing programme
Present
For Public Housing, 70% of building components are now precast.
1990
Precast components constitute about 5% of the total building construction in Singapore
Future
Prefab Plants will need to be transformed and adopt computerization and automation processes like in the Netherlands & Germany.
3. Versatility of Precast
RC Piles
Precast Cylinder Pipes
Precast Prestressed Planks
Precast Facade Wall
Precast Facade Wall with Cast-In Window Frame
Precast 3D Facade Wall
Precast Special Feature Facade Wall
Precast Hollow Wall
Precast Staircases
Precast Lift Shaft
Precast Household Shelter
Precast SAI (Space Added Item) Unit
Precast Refuse Chute
Precast Water Tank & Suction Tank
Precast System for Offshore Housing
Precast Prestressed Beam for Express Way
Precast Prestressed Beam used in Expressway
Precast Prestressed Beam for LRT Station
Precast Segmental Box for Light Rail Transit
Precast Segmental Box for Express Way
4. Advantages of Precast
Reduced construction time Higher quality finish Centralize control (factory) Health and safety Sustainability Less construction disruption Permanent skill force Reduction of work force at site
5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

HDB Toa Payoh RC 30

Total Dwelling unit 926
Block 145 Block 146 Block 147 Block 152 : 40 storey Residential building, Dwelling ( 234 unit ) (Construction period 30 month) : 40 storey Residential building, Dwelling ( 234 unit ) (Construction period 35 month) : 40 storey Residential building, Dwelling ( 229 unit ) (Construction period 35 month) : 40 storey Residential building, Dwelling ( 229 unit ) (Construction period 35 month)

234 Units 30 Mths
AUTOMATED CONSTRUCTION METHOD
Blk 145
234 Units 35 Mths
Blk 146
229 Units 35 Mths
Blk 152
229 Units 35 Mths
Blk 147
Block 146A : 4,5 storey car park building ( 656 car park lots, 2 handicap lots, 198 motor cycle lots) (Construction period 35 month)

Automated Construction for Blk 145
~ Synchronised Self Climbing Temporary Roof System ~ Mechanised Material Transportation System

Automated Construction for Blk 145
~ Computerized Material Management System

Monitoring of Material Management
This system connected is to Project Site office & HDB monitoring station in real time. Cameras provided have the capability to pan, tilt and zoom on demand operated by Project Site office only.

Total Number of Precast Element ( 57,912 pieces )
Block Typical Nos. of Precast Components Total Nos. of Precast Component

Typical Floor Precast Components
145 146 147 152 146A MSCP
332 pieces 332 pieces 329 pieces 329 pieces -
13,704 pieces 13,704 pieces 13,727 pieces 13,727 pieces 3,050 pieces





Precast Components at Roof






Comparison of Cycle Schedule for Normal vs. Automated Construction

Construction Sequence (Normal Construction Method)
Day 1
Surveying Works Installation of Column & Wall
Day 2
Installation of Column & Wall


Day 3
Installation of Column & Wall Connection of Joint Grouting Works Dismantle & Erection of Propping
Day 4
Installation of Column & Wall Dismantle Formwork for Connection Dismantle & Erection of Propping
Day 5
Installation of Column & Wall Installation of Prefab Toilet SS Grouting Works Waterproofing Works Dismantle & Erection of Propping
Day 6
Installation of Prefab Toilets Dismantle & Erection of Propping Faade Joint / Waterproof


Day 7
Installation of Beam & Facade Faade Joint / Waterproof
Day 8
Installation of Beam & Facade
Day 9
Installation of Faade and Beam Installation of Plank
Day 10
Installation of Plank


Day 11
Installation of Core Re-bar Installation of Plank
Day 12
Inspection of Beam Re-bar Closing Vertical Joint Formworks Slab Mesh Re-bar
Day 13
Closing Vertical Formwork M&E Works Slab Mesh
Day 14
Closing Vertical Formwork HH Shelter Installation Drop Formwork Installation
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Prefab Toilet Installation
1.
Delivery
Day 15
Casting Concrete 2. Hoisting for Installation
3.
Before SetSet-up

Prefab Toilet Installation

Completed Photograph of Toa Payoh RC30
3.
Before SetSet-up
5.
Dry Wall Installation (Outside of Toilet)
4.
After SetSet-Up
6.
Inside View of Toilet
6. Adoption of Precast in Private Sector
Orc har dB oul ev a rd
ION ORCHARD & THE ORCHARD RESIDENCES
Or ch ar dR
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d Roa rson Pate
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CONSTRAINTS :
SITE BOUNDED BY MAJOR ROADS CONSTRUCTION IS TO THE LIMIT OF PROJECT BOUNDARY BUILDING ABOVE & BESIDE EXISTING LIVE MRT STATION CONSTRUCT UNDERPASS BELOW EXISTING PATERSON ROAD HIGH RISE CONSTRUCTION (56 Storeys, 218m)
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ARD TUR N

OTHER CONSTRAINTS :
DIFFICULT SOIL CONDITIONS VARYING SOIL STRATA UNDULATING TERRAIN 8m DIFFERENCE PRESENCE OF SOIL NAILS LEFT IN PREVIOUS MRT CONTRACTORS PRESENCE OF BOULDERS PRESENCE OF MARINE CLAY
D BOUL EV AR
HIGH WATER TABLE
RESIDENTIAL TOWER RETAIL BASEMENT FOOTPRINT
TIME FACTOR
ORC H
PATERSON ROAD
BASEMENT / PODIUM
RESIDENTIAL TOWER
EXISTING WISMA ATRIA
EXISTING ORCHARD MRT STATION
UNDERPASS
EXISTING WHEELOCK PLACE
ORCHARD ROAD

LEVEL 56 OBSERVATION DECK

TOP-DOWN CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE Why Top Down? Stability to MRT Box Structure Concurrent Construction of Superstructure/Basement
BUILDING INFO : 4 Basement 9th Storey Podium Area 56th Storey Resi. Tower : 17.2 m depth : 40.6 m height : 218 m height
Structural Elements : Precast, RC RC, PT Steel, Composite Mega Truss, Composite
SKY LOUNGE L30
L9 E-DECK LEVEL 9 RESIDENTIAL CARPARK L5-8
BASEMENT 4
ORCHARD MRT STATION
MRT

TOP-DOWN CONSTRUCTION SEQUENCE

MRT
MRT
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MRT
MRT


MRT
MRT


MRT
MRT
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6. Adoption of Precast in Private Sector RESIDENTIAL TOWER

Cycle time per floor : 5-days to 7-days
Precast Beams Precast Staircases
Precast Planks
Precast Shear Walls
TYPICAL FLOOR MODEL (LEVEL 9 & ABOVE)
TYPICAL FLOOR PRECAST LAYOUT PLAN (LEVEL 9 & ABOVE)

HIGH-RISE TOWER SAFETY PROVISIONS
SELF-CLIMBER & PERIMETER SCREEN
Precast Shear Wall Installation In Progress
Precast Shear Walls and Precast Beams
Precast Plank Installation
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Topping concrete on Precast Planks
Precast Staircase

Perimeter Screen
Monorail Hoist For Curtain Wall Material Loading Platforms
Overall View of Precast Installation
ION ORCHARD ORCHARDS PROGRESS
PROGRESS SLIDES
VIEW FROM SHAW HOUSE
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Benefits of Precast
Speed up construction time. Precast units can be manufactured in the factory while the foundation works are carried out at the site simultaneously. Other finishing trades can commence at lower floors whilst erecting the upper storey. The quality and finishes are better than in-situ construction. Improves weathering feature which result in lower maintenance costs. Does not compromise existing planning and building requirements.
COMPLETED BUILDING
Conclusion
For Precast Components to be widely adopted, we need the key motivators :
Government / Govt. Agencies Precast Companies Developer / Builder
~ Regulatory Framework ~ Projects to sustain precast volume ~ Viability to be in business
Incentives Schemes ~ Land ~ Mechanization ~ Training ~ Others?
~ More Solutions Offered ~ Value Add ~ Increase Productivity
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SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012:

Liberalisation and Transformation

Precast Adoption in Singapore

SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012

19TH SEPTEMBER 2012

Topic: Precast Adoption in Singapore

SEMINAR ON IBS AND MECHANISATION 2012

19TH SEPTEMBER 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

Precast Adoption in Singapore by Desmond Hill

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

SEMINAR ON IBS MECHANISATION 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

1. Construction Productivity Roadmap (Singapore)

2. History of Precast in Singapore

SEMINAR ON IBS MECHANISATION 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

Precast Cylinder Pipes

Precast Prestressed Planks

Precast Facade Wall

Precast Facade Wall with Cast-In Window Frame

Precast 3D Facade Wall

SEMINAR ON IBS MECHANISATION 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

Precast Special Feature Facade Wall

Precast Hollow Wall

Precast Lift Shaft

Precast Household Shelter

Precast SAI (Space Added Item) Unit

SEMINAR ON IBS MECHANISATION 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

Precast Refuse Chute

Precast Water Tank & Suction Tank

Precast System for Offshore Housing

Precast Prestressed Beam for Express Way

Precast Prestressed Beam used in Expressway

Precast Prestressed Beam for LRT Station

SEMINAR ON IBS MECHANISATION 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

Precast Segmental Box for Light Rail Transit

Precast Segmental Box for Express Way

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

234 Units 35 Mths

229 Units 35 Mths

229 Units 35 Mths

SEMINAR ON IBS MECHANISATION 2012

PRECAST ADOPTION IN SINGAPORE

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

5. Adoption of Precast for Public Housing (HDB)

145 146 147 152 146A MSCP

332 pieces 332 pieces 329 pieces 329 pieces -