The Industrialized building System in Sudan: The Challenges and the Way Forward

Abstract

The aim of this research is to identify the challenges that faced implementation of Industrialized Building System in Sudan, knowing the extent of using this system in Sudan, as well as to determine the acceptance of this system in the construction industry in Sudan. To implement the objectives of this research, five sector questionnaire was designed, six systems have been adopted (Precast concrete framing, panel and box systems, Steel formwork systems, Prefabricated timber framing systems, Steel framing systems, Block work systems). The questionnaire was distributed to 100 respondents, Results were analyzed using statistical analysis software (SPSS). Several finding have been found firstly: there are many factors barrier in the application of Industrialized Building System in Sudan, such as Shortage in curriculum at universities about IBS, Lack of research and development to improve using local materials, Need specific machine in factory, Secondly: the systems that used now days in Sudan, Steel formwork systems, Steel framing systems, Block work systems. Thirdly: the best system, Block work systems, 3D panel construction system, precast concrete framing