Modular building concepts—also known as off-site construction—have been utilized for decades. However, the use of pre-fabrication and modular building techniques is increasingly common now.
Over the years, the installation of MEP equipment within a wall cavity, backing installed over the face of framing members for the installation of cabinets or other heavy devices, hard-base trim and granite countertops and backsplashes, have created problems for finishing gypsum panels.
By automatically feeding one screw after the next and leaving one hand free, auto-feed systems reduce fatigue, boost productivity and generally turn two-person jobs into one-person jobs.
Builders are looking for alternative products and construction methods to reduce their reliance on wood and help mitigate material costs and supply-chain disruptions for wood-framed homes and other construction.
GYPSUM HAS BECOME A PREFERRED FLOOR UNDERLAYMENT IN PART BECAUSE IT DOES DOUBLE-DUTY, BOTH PROVIDING A NON-COMBUSTIBLE LAYER TO SLOW FIRE-SPREAD FROM FLOOR TO FLOOR AND DAMPING NOISE TRANSMISSION