Journal of Engineering, Design and Technology: Volume 16 Issue 5

An empirical study of the impact of lean on the performance of the construction industry in UAE

Jaber Shurrab, Matloub Hussain

The purpose of this study is to propose a conceptual framework for the exploration of appropriate lean techniques applicable to medium and large construction companies and measure…

Adoption of light steel (LS) for building projects in South Africa

Oluwaseun Dosumu, Clinton Ohis Aigbavboa

This paper aims to investigate the level of awareness about, adoption of and willingness to adopt light steel (LS) for building projects. It also assessed the benefits, challenges…

Influence of factors on collapse risk of loess tunnel: a multi-index assessment model

Xueliang Zhang, Meixia Wang, Binghua Zhou, Xintong Wang

Because of the properties of loess, the occurrence of collapse following deformation of a large settlement is a common problem during the excavation of tunnels on loess ground…

Analysis of the drivers and benefits of BIM incorporation into quantity surveying profession: Academia and students’ perspectives

Solomon Olusola Babatunde, Damilola Ekundayo, Olubola Babalola, Jumoke Aduramigba Jimoh

Building information modeling (BIM) inclusion in education pedagogy is crucial in preparing skilled graduates for employment in the construction industry. Against this backdrop…

Factors confronting quantity surveying practice: the case of Nigeria

Olusola Ogunsina, Micah Ekwus Obiegbu, Onaopepo Adeniyi

As the challenges confronting a system are better addressed when known and understood, this paper aims to report the findings of a study that investigated the factors confronting…

Design for safety implementation factors: a literature review

Anush Poghosyan, Patrick Manu, Lamine Mahdjoubi, Alistair G. F. Gibb, Michael Behm, Abdul-Majeed Mahamadu

Decisions made during the design stage of construction works can significantly reduce the risk of occurrence of occupational accidents, injuries and illnesses. Moreover, it has…

Impact of standby losses and isotherm blanket contributions on the hot water cylinders of various heating technologies

Stephen Loh Tangwe, Michael Simon

The purpose of this paper is fourfold: to experimentally determine the standby thermal energy losses in various hot water cylinders in both scenarios, without isotherm blanket…