Modular Advantage Magazine
Design for Flow: The Overlooked Power of DfMA in Modular Construction
Unlocking higher throughput, lower costs, and fewer redesigns by aligning Lean production flow with design for manufacturing and assembly.
Read MoreChoosing the Right Ramp
Modular construction offers a compelling alternative to traditional methods for designing and building ADA and IBC-compliant entrances. By addressing the challenges of traditional construction, such as time-consuming processes, unavailable specialized labor, and variable field conditions, modular solutions provide a more efficient, cost-effective, and reliable approach.
Read MoreModular Design and Engineering — Risk Management Strategies & Insurance Considerations
Thanks to the leadership of forward-thinking industry pioneers, modular construction has shifted from the margins to the mainstream. However, this shift in where and how construction occurs has introduced new — and often heightened — engineering and design risks.
Read MoreAI for Plan Review
AI is here to stay — and it’s only getting better. It can’t replace your experience, judgment, or license. But it can save you time, make you more consistent, and help you level up faster.
Read MorePlug-and-Play: The Emergence of Modular Data Centers
As organizations across industries rapidly push to digitize and modernize their operations, buildings and factories — embracing IoT and AI along the way — they need to ensure their data center capacity can keep pace and do so quickly.
Read MoreSpotlight on the Future: MBI Hosts Tremco’s Rising Stars at 2025 World of Modular
While the modular building industry has long known that it can be an effective solution to increase affordable housing, the word is slowly spreading to more mainstream audiences. Three presentations at this year’s World of Modular in Las Vegas hope to provide insight and direction for those seeking a real solution to the crisis.
Read MoreLeading the Way with ICC/MBI Standards: An Interview with Brian Hilderbrand from the Virginia Dept. of Housing and Community Development
While the modular building industry has long known that it can be an effective solution to increase affordable housing, the word is slowly spreading to more mainstream audiences. Three presentations at this year’s World of Modular in Las Vegas hope to provide insight and direction for those seeking a real solution to the crisis.
Read MoreCelebrating the Winners of MBI’s 2025 Awards of Distinction
MBI’s Awards of Distinction are presented annually, traditionally on the final evening of its North American World of Modular conference and tradeshow. This year’s Awards were presented in a variety of categories, including several each for permanent modular construction projects and relocatable buildings. Excellence in “green” modular construction and marketing were also recognized.
Read MoreMBI Welcomes R.I. Group Founder & President Salvatore Tafuro to the Industry’s Hall of Fame
In 1973, Salvatore Tafuro, only in his twenties and already supporting a family of three children, set out to realize his entrepreneurial dream. From a humble garage in Leverano, in the heart of Salento, he began producing metal structures and aluminum fixtures for the construction industry.
Read MoreThe Best-Kept Secret in Housing
What can we do to right the ship, overcome these circumstances, capitalize on the opportunity, and address this epidemic in the housing sector? It’s easier than you might think.
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