Effect of Equipments on Productivity in Construction

Abstract

The greatest influence to construction cost occurs at the front end of the project. Assumptions made by design engineers during the conceptual and design phases of a project dictate the choice of equipment that will be used for the particular project, just as it will dictate the choice of materials used in construction. It is important for design engineers and construction engineers to be knowledgeable about construction equipment. Construction equipment and integral part of the construction process. The cost of construction is a function of the design of the construction operation. The contractor’s equipment policy and equipment management system have a great impact on the profitability of a firm, especially for contractors with large investment in equipment. The cost of equipment in civil engineering construction projects can range from 25-40% of the total project cost. In this report information given about how the planned and proper maintenance is important for construction equipment for better production. The data given is monthly equipment utilization on site & various reasons for losses in construction equipment production. Proper planning, selection, procurement, installation, operation & maintenance of construction equipment play important role. Therefore, creating database is necessary for maintaining equipment records. It is also necessary to maintain equipments maintenance records