WCS - 2024: Recent submissions

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Misconceptions in heating, ventilation and air conditioning - airside strategy implementation of commercial buildings in Sri Lanka

Gajaba, PAPY; Dissanayake, P [Conference-Full-text]

To lower energy consumption and emission patterns in the building sector, discussions about climate change, the depletion of fossil fuels, and energy conservation are emphasised to create a more sustainable built environment. ...
Mitigation measures for conflicting situations on Indian construction sites

Chauhan, US; Saikia, S; Johari, S [Conference-Full-text]

This study focuses on conflict in construction workers and the identification of mitigation measures to effectively control conflicts. The Analytic Hierarchy Process (AHP) technique was used in the study to rank various ...
Navigating sustainability and digitalisation in the construction industry: a literature review

Prasadinee, WKR; Hadiwattage, C; Ilangakoon, IWMAD [Conference-Full-text]

This critical literature review explores the intersection of sustainable practices and digitalisation within the construction industry. Though digitalisation offers promising avenues for addressing challenges faced by the ...
O2E2: A framework for evolving cost estimation in BIM workflow

Jayasena, HS [Conference-Full-text]

This study proposes a novel framework and workflow, termed Object-Oriented Evolutionary Estimating (O2E2), for integrating cost estimation with Building Information Modelling (BIM). An inductive approach to theory, informed ...
Pinpointing project pitfalls: a study of critical risk factors in building construction projects in Sri Lanka

Perera, S; Madushan, KVP; De Silva, GHSP [Conference-Full-text]

The design phase of a construction project sets the layout for the entire endeavour but is prone to different risks. Identifying the impact of such risks may help manage them properly and achieve project objectives. The ...
‘Plan of action’ for organisational change: a case study of Indian public sector construction organisation

Shahu, SR; Iyer, A; Tawalare, AG [Conference-Full-text]

Recently, one of the Indian public sector construction organisations has adopted app-based work measurement and its billing system to reduce the cycle time in the “Procure to Pay” process. Though it could be a small ...
Potential of virtual reality (VR) technology for safety training and accident prevention in construction

Silva, M; Allis, C; De Silva, C [Conference-Full-text]

The construction industry is inherently risky, with accidents and injuries posing significant challenges to workers' safety and well-being. Traditional safety training methods, while valuable, may have limitations in ...
Prototyping a coating based on ancient technology: a case study in Sigiriya, Sri Lanka

Weerasekara, KMKD; Rathnayake, RMKM; Mendis, MS; Galabada, H; Jayasinghe, GY; Halwatura, RU [Conference-Full-text]

This paper presents a study on prototyping a coating based on ancient technology, specifically focusing on the techniques used in Sigiriya, an ancient rock fortress located in Sri Lanka. Sigiriya stands out for its remarkable ...
Revamping the land acquisition process for infrastructure projects in Sri Lanka: strategies for streamlining the existing process

Ruwanpura, UDRE; Perera, BAKS; Ranadewa, KATO [Conference-Full-text]

Land Acquisition (LA) is a process of acquiring lands before constructing infrastructure projects for public purposes. Infrastructure projects often experience delays attributed to prolonged land acquisition processes. ...
Revisiting the notion of 'public spaces': professional and community perspectives

Perera, WSD; Kulatunga, U; De Silva, MCK; Dias, N [Conference-Full-text]

Public spaces serve as vital components of urban landscapes, facilitating social interaction, community cohesion, and individual well-being. However, differences exist between the perspectives of urban planning professionals ...
Risk management in Sri Lankan SME construction sector: identifying barriers and enablers

Bandaranaike, BB; Gallage, SD; Sivanraj, S [Conference-Full-text]

This study investigates risk management practices in the SME construction sector in Sri Lanka, aiming to identify critical issues, enablers, and barriers. Through a mixed-method approach comprising expert interviews and a ...
Role of micro-housing in fulfilling middle-income housing demand in urban areas: Sri Lankan perspective

Mannapperuma, MMN; Disaratna, PAPVDS; Illeperuma, IE [Conference-Full-text]

Urbanisation and population growth challenge the housing market in urban areas globally. The unavailability of sufficient lands, limited housing spaces, high demand and high housing prices caused housing unaffordability. ...
Role of prefabricated prefinished volumetric construction in enhancing construction productivity: Sri Lankan perspective

Madushan, F; Abeynayake, MDTE; Illeperuma, IE [Conference-Full-text]

Low productivity is an inherent characteristic of the construction industry. Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC) is widely acknowledged for its high level of productivity. Thus, this study focuses on ...
Smart contract applications for mitigating disputes in the construction industry

Bandara, RMOH; Abeynayake, MDTE; Illeperuma, IE; Eranga, BAI [Conference-Full-text]

Disputes frequently arise in construction projects due to the complexity of the processes and challenging environment, resulting in cost overruns, delays, wastage, and low productivity. Thus, the Construction Industry (CI) ...
State-of-the-art lean learning practices in construction: a case study in Sri Lanka

Parameswaran, A; Ranadewa, KATO; Rajini, PAD; Jayanetti, JKDDT [Conference-Full-text]

Integrating lean learning practices in construction is paramount for elevating project quality, thus bolstering industry competitiveness and sustainability. However, there exists a notable dearth of research addressing ...
Survival challenges faced by the small-scale building contractors in Sri Lanka

Nuwandhara, RMKK; Perera, AS; De Silva, GHSP [Conference-Full-text]

The construction industry is a significant contributor to the socio-economic development of Sri Lanka, and small-scale contractors play a crucial role in this industry. However, their sustainability is a matter of concern. ...
Sustaining concrete structural integrity: a framework for defect identification and rectification methods

Kanakan, K; Gurmu, A [Conference-Full-text]

One of the key issues that requires substantial attention in existing residential buildings is the occurrence of defects in their concrete structures. Flaws in the structural concrete of these types of buildings are ...
Symptoms of occupational stress in construction professionals: a systematic literature review

Gunasekara, KA; Perera, BAKS; Ranadewa, KATO [Conference-Full-text]

Construction professionals are particularly vulnerable to stress due to the demanding and high-risk nature of their work. However, they often remain unaware of their elevated stress levels, which can lead to negative ...
Taxonomy of circular economy terminologies

Senaratne, S; Gamage, I; Jayakodi, S; Perera, S [Conference-Full-text]

The construction sector predominantly follows a linear economic model, which necessitates a shift towards embracing the Circular Economy (CE) principles. Even though several CE approaches have been introduced for the ...
The Impact of design changes on apartment projects’ feasibility and project performances in Sri Lanka

Sithumina, NAR; Perera, BKC; Wijesinghe, T; Hettiarachchi, DD [Conference-Full-text]

Design changes are inevitable in the construction industry. Among all, the consequences of design changes in apartment buildings are more crucial and evident with the existing salient nature of commercial aspects unlike ...

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