Transport and storage availability
General description
For secondary materials to be used, significant logistical processes are required. In some cases, a storage space to collect, sort, and if necessary process materials is a condition for success. In other cases, the just-in-time transportation of bulky components is challenging.
Examples
THE EDGE SÜDKREUZ
Berlin, Germany
One of the major challenges faced during the construction was managing the space and timing on the site. Unlike traditional concrete constructions, which are less space-intensive during pouring, the arrival of long wooden beams and individual facade panels required careful management of both space and construction schedules.
Logistics and just-in-time delivery of parts were significant challenges due to the scale of the project. To address the logistics, plans were made to transport the beams and other construction materials to the site by train, taking advantage of the proximity to a large railway station. However, a hurdle emerged as there were insufficient railway tracks to support this transportation method.
CRCLR
Berlin, Germany
Logistics was a complicated process, and there was no standardised solution: each material delivery had to be organised separately, whilst providing very detailed instructions to the logistics company. The transportation costs had to be considered, as they can easily rise if no specific instructions are provided on how and where to store the materials. Therefore, ensuring the availability of the storage space close to the construction site is essential. This space should be able to keep the materials dry and prevent damage, as the delivery of the materials works by availability and not by the time they will be installed.