Powhatan Point

Revitalization Association

 

POWHATAN MODULAR MANUFACTURING FACILITY (MMF) RP-11

The MMF, as further described in the referenced MMF Proposal, is purposefully being developed to reduce Community Urban Redevelopment Plan (CURP) construction costs using stackable housing modular elements and provide a factory asset to produce regional low-cost modular housing units. This capability is expected to reduce build costs from $110/sqft to $80/sqft, a projected CURP cost savings of $8M+, off setting the MMF costs of $8M.  The MMF investment will benefit community with 250+ jobs and new resort ratables and new local/surrounding area housing demand.

 

The Module Manufacturing Facility is an independent operation financed under the resort project, representing 300’ x 260’ (78,000 sqft) building with 4,800 sqft of office, located adjacent to the downtown area (see Figure below).  The MMF will produce stackable modular hotel/housing 1/2 bedroom suite units that are move-in ready.  The MMF will also apply advanced energy savings technology through the use of renewable energy sources of wind, combined solar/water heat collector panels, that through water circulation systems with geothermal ground collection and heat pump units will provide low cost electrical and heating/cooling services.

 

MMF

The Assembly Process (illustrated below) is implemented using an advanced moving production line where modules are constructed on fixture/self-powered transporters that move through assembly stages.  Sub-elements of the modules are provided by subcontractors in pre-configuration/pre-fab integrated forms, or in separate assembly processes, that reduces assembly time and costs.  More specificantly, radiant heating/cooling for floor/ceiling panels, bathrooms and kitchen sub-elements, which are typically the highest cost/assembly labor intensiveness, are supplied by the subcontractors fully integrated. These respective sub-element not only reduce costs and assembly time, but have higher quality and expertise performing the tasks. Applying limited design configurations establishes an iterative process that reduces production risks.  Once the modules are completed the transporters are rolled on to transport trailers that are delivered to the construction site and returned thereafter to use on next build.  A 15 ton crane is provided within the facility with extension booms to lift transporters and module segments into place on the transport jigs for assembly. Electric/air powered tooling and advanced fastner technology will be applied to improve assembly time and quality/reliable results.

 

 

 

 

Powhatan Point Revitalization Association, 175 Main Street, Powhatan Point, Ohio  43942

Attn:  Michael Stora, President   Email:  m.stora@ppraweb.com   Tel:  201-602-9568

Website:  www.ppraweb.com