• SubTitle: An Integrated Simulation-Based Method for Considering Weather Effects on Concrete Work Tasks’ Productivity and Concrete Curing
  • Source: Robert Larsson, Lund University
  • Specific Source: Research project in conjunction with the Swedish construction industry's organization for research and development (SBUF) and Cementa AB
  • Date: September 2020

This report presents an integrated simulation-based approach to study the on-site production of concrete frameworks by considering the multiple effects of weather on work task productivity and concrete curing process.

The ExtendSim model created reports simulated construction time, cost, and CO2 emissions for a specific construction setup to facilitate planning and decisions related to resource allocation strategies, construction schedules, different concrete types (including climate-improved concrete), and curing measures for different types of expected weather conditions.