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Current Cladding System Issues + Design & Performance Criteria

Criteria In Assessing Prototype

Constructibility Performance

Ease Of Installation & Disassembly

How easy it is to install the frameworks and to attach the cladding. Generally, the less number of steps involved in the installation process, the easier it will be to install. Ease of disassembly and maintenance is also a crucial priority.

Tools and Equipment Required

The tools needed to install the framework and the cladding. The aim is to use simple systems, that use readily available materials, avoiding the need for specialised equipment reducing cost and installation time.

Skill Level Required For Installation

As I want the community to be involved in parts of the installation process, having a low level of specialised skills needed to install the cladding is vital. This can be achieved by using common installation methods such as screws and bolt systems.

Waste

As the whole cladding systems motif is reusing materials to avoid wastage, this principle should be maintained in the manufacturing and installation of the cladding.

Safety

The safety of the workers and the public during installation. This involves proper installation equipment such as scaffolding, but also avoiding toxic materials and substances that can cause irritation.

Environmental Impact

A priority is the environmental impact of the manufacturing and installation of the system. This involves the amount of energy involved in the installation and the waste generated during installation