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Digitalization of the Finnish construction market
-Case study
Finnish Construction sector is presently experiencing a period of change that involves significant structural reforms. Digitalisation provides one context for the shifts. It calls to reconsider the current methods and practices to make them more effective and adaptable.
Between 2016 and 2022, at least EUR 344 million has been spent or is planned to be invested in the country's various digitalisation projects, out of which a EUR 16 million funding was provided to KIRA-digi which started in 2016.
This study is based on
literature reviews
comparative methodology.
Design & Engineering
The transition towards digitalization in the Finnish construction market represents a major paradigm shift that promises to revolutionize the way buildings and infrastructure are conceptualized, designed, and built.
Source: Tuomas Uusheimo, ALA architects
Source: Petri Virtannen, archdaily.com
KIASMA MUSEUM
OODI Library
The Oodi Library in Helsinki is an excellent example of how Digitalisation can be used in the design and engineering of a large-scale building project.
OODI Library
OODI Library
OODI Library
OODI Library
OODI Library
OODI Library
Construction Phase
The digitalization of the construction phase in Finland is gaining momentum, with increasing adoption of technologies such as BIM, drones, and virtual and augmented reality.
BIM in Construction
BIM Tools in construction industry
VICO OFFICE
Bexel Manager
Trimple Connect
Plannerly
Dalux
Challenges of using traditional management methods
Defining activities and resources assignment depends on BOQ and 2D drawings.
Creating thousands of activities and relations for the schedule.
Monitor and control actual progress and resources.
Personal effort to prepare progress reports and variance analysis
Identifying risk, risk mitigation, and progress forecasting
Case Study - Trimble Office
Project: New Trimble offices
Location: Espoo
Software used: Vico office
Developed by: Nordic Construction
Main contractor: NCC
Project finish: September 2021
Planning Sequence :
4D -BIM- in the project
BIM-5D in the project
Assign costs for labor, equipment, and material resources tasks.
Implement multiple cost classification systems for different cost versions.
Manage, view, and export cost, labor, material, and equipment graphs and reports.
Track and update schedule progress and analyze planned vs. actual progress.
BIM in Construction
ERP & Cloud-based Platforms
ERP in Construction
ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) systems are commonly used in the Finnish construction market to manage various aspects of construction projects, including financial management, project management, procurement, human resources, and equipment management.
They can be customized to fit the company’s operation, scale, and business environment
These systems help to streamline processes, reduce costs, and improve decision-making by providing real-time access to project data.
Ex : ProCountor, ProMark, and Visma.
Cloud- Based Platfroms
These software are mainly focused on project management aspects and
They can an be Used from the preconstruction phase by assisting contractors and sub-contractors with accurate estimates .
Provides project managers with an interactive dashboard that includes all the project data, submittal register, RFI, and cost elements.
Allow for streamlined communication and collaboration, which can increase project efficiency and reduce the risk of errors.
Cloud- Based Management Platfroms
The Kalasatama Hospital construction project in Helsinki is a live example of a construction project in Finland where cloud-based construction management systems were used.
The construction team used a platform called Procore. .
The software was used in Project scheduling, planning, document management, and communications allowing the project team to collaborate more effectively, s. It also helped to streamline project workflows and improve communication, reducing the risk of errors or delays.
Source: City of Heslinki -Health -and-social-services
Drones in Construction
Drones in Construction
The use of Drones in FInlnad is among the highest in Europe
Drones in Construction
Drones can be used in multiple tasks specifically in infrastructure projects where photos of large areas can be captured
Collected Data can help in excavation planning , resource estimating and making 3D models of the land.
They can gather data from hard-reaching areas and move smoothly around dangerous machinery
Can be used in inspections and in following the progress of the work plan
Drones in Construction
,The data that can be collected in a few minutes by flying drones would take several days in the traditional method
NCC - a renowned construction company - has a central service that trained more than 120 pilots that form a coordinated network to support the ongoing business locations
Drones in Construction
Helsinki Airport Terminal 2 Expansion Project
Consultant: Ramboll Finland Oy
Contractor: YIT Corporation, SRV Group Plc, and Fira Oy.
Budget: €900 million
Area : 103,000 m2
Helsinki Airport Terminal 2 Expansion Project
VR & AR
VR & AR in Construction
The extent in VR technology adaoption in Finnish constrcution market is on rise
VR & AR in Construction
In Virtual reality, the client can have an authentic experience of what their final products feel like, it's far more than digital images but 360 view environment
Application areas :
Client meetings – visualizing the final project
Design process – improving collaboration and decision making
On-Site project coordination and quality assurance
Combined visualization of existing and new in refurbishment projects
Analyzing and simulating excavations and use of large machinery
VR & AR in Construction
Technologies used:
InsiteVR
Dalux TwinBIM
HoloLens
Hägring
IrisVR
Finland Facility Management Market
During the period from 2004-2008 the total FM market in Finland was influenced by economic growth and development of knowledge with new providers and services.
For 2008-2010 the market was influenced by the financial crisis with increased competition and focus on cost reductions.
In both periods the total FM market was influenced by increased globalization, professionalism and focus on sustainability.
Platforms used by FM businesses in Helsinki
It is developed as an investment of FM organizations to ease the operation and maintenance task of any project.
The Real Estate Assets Management System Haltia- Miragel OY
Property register
Leases and Billing register
Project investment register
Technical property value register
Space management register
PAKKI- FacilityInfo
By Buildercom
It is a Web-based service system for building maintenance
This application monitors and compiles all the data in relation to building specific maintenance operations
It can also generate various data such as energy consumption analyses and survey reports
Project Bank-
By Buildercom
Data centre for all project information at one point such as models, drawings and scanned documents
Once the project is completed, the construction project documented in Buildercom's project bank with the help of stakeholders model.
Project data can be automatically linked to the object’s maintenance which greatly facilitates the preparation of the maintenance book
Projectwise- By Bentley
(Project delivery)
It leverages the power of your data to deliver IoT ready deliverables and use it for operation and maintenance purpose
It improve maintenance management and bring real world context to your project by combining real time data in your models
BIP – Basware Invoice Processing
BIPs an automated invoice processing system used by the City of Helsinki that enables paperless invoicing.
It receives all invoice data digitally, getting rid themselves of redundant manual work.
BIP also utilized for E-procurement and catalogue management for all FM related tasks.
Challenges for utilization of BIM in FM
Kaisa Library
Building and location: Kaisa library building, Helsinki, Finland
Construction year: 2012
Architect: Anttinen Oiva Arkkitehdit Oy, design team leader Vesa Oiva
Producer: Normek Oy
Developer: Helsinki University
kaisa library- Case study review
Key persons involved in the maintenance of Kaisa Library, main library of Helsinki University were interviewed.
It seems that the owners and facility managers, however, have not thus far been motivated to implement BIM or invest in the creation of interoperability between design/construction models and maintenance software systems.
Ryhti is a product on Grandlund OY which is used for maintenance of the facility along with the other maintenance software which are not utilized or knowledgeable of BIM.
However, the HVAC engineer and the BIM expert of the project found many possible uses for model, such as space management and planning and scheduling maintenance tasks.
Renovation and Reconstruction
Circularity will be a major focus in many European cities in the coming years. Parallel to this, the digital revolution is still reshaping business strategies and infrastructure.
Digitalisation increases product visibility, smartness, location, condition and availability.
Renovation and Reconstruction
Merging Circular Economy and Digital Transformation in construction
International Project focusing on Circular Construction
Aim :
To develop a set of replicable circular economy criteria for public tenders on construction.
Bridges the gap between theory, practice and policy through
demonstrations,
case studies,
events, etc.
Demonstrate how cities can scale and replicate these activities and transition their construction sector to a circular economy.
CIRCuIT : Project Details
Project time: 5/2019-11/2023
Funding: EU Horizon 2020
Project areas: Helsinki region/ Vantaa, Copenhagen, London and Hamburg
Project partners in Finland:
HSY (Coordinator of the Finnish cluster),
City of Vantaa
Tampere University,
Helsinki Metropolitan Area Reuse Centre,
Ramboll Finland Oy and Umacon Oy
CIRCuIT’s Seven Focus Areas
Mapping the Flow
Urban Mining
Extending Life Cycles
Flexible Constructions
Governance & Tools
Information Sharing
Capacity Building
Circular Construction through Digitalisation
Open information platform for disseminating data, lessons learned, best practices and key indicators gathered over the duration of CIRCuIT.
Digital Prototypes Developed in the Project
1.Circularity Atlas
Complete view of the cities
Highlights the areas that comprise of materials, demolitions, construction waste generated, etc. to procure
Less effort and cost
2. Circularity Dashboard
Maps data about various circularity elements
Five circularity indicators are presented for implementation in the first version of the Dashboard.
3. Material Reuse Portal
18 Different Categories of Materials Listed
2587 Reusable Items Listed for Finland
Helps in:
Benefits:
4. Citizen Engagement Portal
HSY Infor centre Vantaa portal provides:
Digital tours
Sortti Mini Station in Koivukylä, Vantaa showcasing two aspects of circular construction
Augmented reality Experiences through Apps
5. Wiki on Circular Economy
Centralised Platform containing guidance, definitions and examples on implementing circular economy in construction.
(HSY) Sortti Mini Station in Koivukylä, Vantaa.
The Helsinki Region Environmental Services authority (HSY) Sortti Mini Station in Koivukylä, Vantaa.
The info center at the Sortti showcases two aspects of circular construction - how to reuse materials and enable movability of a building.
Conclusion
The Architectural, Engineering and Construction (AEC) industries in Finland has undergone notable transitions in the past decade as result of digitalisation.
-Reduction in the clashes,Cost optimisations, Ease in data accessibility, Project forecast, Better Risk assessments etc are the advantages when digitalization is adopted during complete life cycle of the project.
-Design phase extensively use digital technologies at all levels,but small companies tend to stick to the old technologies due to the initial implementation cost.
-Investment policies for new technology, talent development, and cooperation,that is feasible for companies at all levels should be adopted.
Thank you
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