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Dry construction, also known as off-site construction, is a construction technique that involves assembling building components off-site in a controlled environment before transporting them to the construction site for final installation.
Unlike traditional construction, which heavily relies on wet trades such as concrete pouring and on-site curing, dry construction minimizes the use of wet materials and allows for faster and more efficient building processes.
One of the primary advantages of dry construction is its inherent time efficiency. By manufacturing building components in a controlled factory setting, the construction timeline is significantly reduced. With on-site activities limited to assembly and installation, project completion times can be slashed by up to 50 percent, enabling faster occupancy and generating cost savings.
Dry construction offers enhanced precision and quality control. The controlled manufacturing environment ensures that building components are produced to exact specifications, reducing errors and rework. Consistency in dimensions, finishes, and quality leads to buildings that meet the highest standards of craftsmanship. Additionally, the use of advanced technologies, such as Building Information Modeling (BIM) and computer-aided manufacturing, allows for seamless coordination and integration of various building elements, further enhancing the overall quality of the construction.
The versatility of dry construction methods also opens up a world of design possibilities. It challenges the perception that prefabricated buildings are limited in their architectural aesthetics. From sleek facades and intricate detailing to modular layouts that cater to various spatial needs, dry construction offers architects and designers the creative freedom to bring their visions to life.
This edition of Construction Business Review delivers a bird’s-eye view of the recent developments in the dry construction arena and insights into how companies align with these latest trends to transform legacy practices and improve outcomes.
We have curated thought leadership articles from industry experts, including May Winfield, Global Director of Commercial, Legal and Digital Risks, Buro Happold. We also took a deep dive into the market trends to narrow down the list of companies delivering robust dry construction services. Equipped with innovative technological capabilities, companies such as Performance Drywall help transform businesses at the cloverleaf of various disruptive technologies.
We hope this edition of Construction Business Review on dry construction helps you build the partnership you and your organization need to foster an environment driven by efficient technology.
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Performance Drywall directly works with leading construction companies to offer drywall finishes, drywall firing assemblies, structural and metal framing, fire rating courts, acoustical partitions, ACP ceilings, and no-load bearing partitions in a way that exceeds client’s expectations. It helps customers find affordable housing with its in-house drywall services and gives access to quality infrastructure through its commercial services, like building clinics, hospitals, and movie theaters.
Baker Triangle has been in the drywall and plaster business for almost four decades. They have grown to be one of the country’s largest wall and ceiling contractors thanks to its highly trained personnel, dedicated clients, and vendor partners
Clark Pacific is a prominent design-build maker of prefabricated building systems in the United States. The company has set the path for prefabrication in the marketplace, bridging the gap between manufacturing and construction to provide high-quality, costeffective structures on budget and schedule
Engineered Wall Systems Texas, Inc. is the leading building enclosure company in North Texas, with headquarters in Ft. Worth. They also work with a number of the top insulated metal wall panel and single skin wall panel manufacturers to give their clients the best rain screen and building enclosure options for the job
Interstate Drywall Corporation, founded in 1986, has become among the largest and most varied specialty union contractors in the Northeast, covering New York and New Jersey. Interstate Drywall Corporation is a company founded on ethics and teamwork, and they strive to give outstanding service to their clients every day
Knauf Insulation North America is the nation’s most rapidly developing insulation manufacturer. They remain devoted to environmental conservation and the longterm development and production of a full line of acoustical fiberglass insulation for residential, commercial, industrial, marine, OEM, and metal construction applications utilizing post-consumer recycled materials
Lasco was started in 1988 and now employs over 1,000 experts to achieve a similar goal: to be the greatest drywall contractor in America in the eyes of their employees and clients. Their common aim is to empower employees and choose to do the right thing even when it is difficult, uncomfortable, or profitable
Ocean Drywall, founded in 1997 on the values of quality, service, and value, has evolved into one of the largest and most respected drywall contractors in Hampton Roads and throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region
As an expert in commercial drywall and plastering services, Pinnacle Wall Systems is committed to expanding on its reputation for providing outstanding craftsmanship, professionalism, and a safe working environment to meet or exceed the needs of its consumers
Superior Wall Systems built a name for itself in the high-rise tower industry by providing a frame, drywall, insulation, firestopping, sheathing, air barrier, and lath and plaster work on one of Metropolis Los Angeles’ three skyscrapers. Metropolis, which spans an entire city block, is a collection of residential towers, sky parks, pools, restaurants, and an expensive hotel in the center of downtown Los Angeles