A1.
It is the choice of the MiC designer/vendor to specify the details to meet the statutory requirements. Some samples are on display at the MiC display centre. You are welcome to visit the MiC Resources Centre.
Q2. Is there any difference between MiC and conventional construction method in terms of maintenance and warranty?
A2.
It mainly depends on the design approach, MiC system and the corresponding statutory requirements which govern the miantenance regime. Samples of maintenance provisions and solution can be found in the MiC Resources Centre.
Q3. Use of wider modules give more flexibility in design. Other than the Wide Load Permit issue, what other issue such as the noise permit issue should be considered?
A3.
It is recommended that the design consultants in deciding on the size of modules, in particular the width, shall take into account the holistic logistics planning to identify all constraints to fulfill the statutory requirements which include but not limited to the temporary traffic impact assessment, swept path analysis, permissible operation duration on site, optimal layout of intended usage, modularization strategy.
Q4. Is it financially viable to design steel modules for use in cavern with a 4-hr Fire Resistance Rating, particularly for joint and bolting?
A4.
Different fire protection systems have been approved which are able to achieve the 4-hrs Fire Resistance Rating to protect the structural elements according to the latest building regulations.
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