Slides 10. Unit 106. Off-site construction 3. Wernick Modular

What type of construction was used for the 'Y Twyni' building at Swansea University?

• Traditional brick and mortar

• Modular construction

• Timber frame construction

• Steel frame construction

What was one of the key client requirements for the 'Y Twyni' building?

• Maximum of 100 persons per room

• Low ceilings with no exposed services

• Relocatable solution

• Construction over five years

At which RIBA stage is it recommended to engage with a modular contractor?

• Stage 4 or 5

• Stage 1 or 2

• Stage 6 or 7

• After construction has started

How much shorter was the build time for the Wernick modular building compared to traditional construction?

• 10% shorter

• 25% shorter

• 50% shorter

• 75% shorter

What was the total waste generated per square metre for the Wernick modular system?

• 5 kg/m²

• 15.151 kg/m²

• 30 kg/m²

• 50 kg/m²

How many modules were used in the Swansea University project?

• 30

• 45

• 60

What percentage of waste from the Wernick modular construction process was recycled or diverted from landfill?

• 50%

• 75%

• 90%

• 98%

How were the modules transported to the site?

• By ship

• By rail

• By road and craned into place

• By helicopter

What is a key environmental benefit of the modular system used by Wernick?

• High water consumption

• Near-zero waste during module manufacturing

• No insulation required

• Use of only natural materials

What is the maximum internal ceiling height achievable with Wernick modular buildings?

• 2500mm

• 2800mm

• 3300mm

• 5000mm