Introduction to PPVC (Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction)
Singapore, 8 September 2021 — In collaboration with Associate Professor Robert Tiong from the School of Civil and Environmental Engineering (CEE) at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), China Construction (South Pacific) Development Co. Pte Ltd (CCDC) conducted an online sharing session focusing on Prefabricated Prefinished Volumetric Construction (PPVC). The lecture highlighted CCDC’s pioneering experience in PPVC, providing students with an in-depth look at how the company has become one of Singapore’s leading innovators and top-quality builders in the construction industry.
The session was attended by NTU CEE undergraduates, Assoc Prof Robert Tiong, and Ms Tan Hwee Hoon, CCDC’s Human Resources Director, who warmly invited NTU students to explore future career opportunities with the company. The event was chaired by Mr Sheng Yukun, Head of the Engineering Technology Department at CCDC.
Mr Anthony Kang, Senior Project Manager at CCDC, delivered the main presentation. An NTU alumnus and former student of Assoc Prof Tiong, Mr Kang expressed gratitude to his alma mater and encouraged students to pursue careers in the construction sector. Drawing from his experience on the Stirling Residences project, he detailed the end-to-end process of PPVC design, production, installation, and quality management, offering participants a comprehensive understanding of how modular construction enhances productivity, reduces manpower requirements, and improves on-site quality and safety.
Mr Kang also shared insights into CCDC’s corporate QA/QC system (PDAS), which forms the backbone of the company’s quality audit process. This system ensures that all structural, architectural, and M&E works meet stringent Building and Construction Authority (BCA) quality standards and tolerances. He emphasised the safety protocols and challenges unique to PPVC construction, reinforcing the company’s commitment to excellence and safety across its projects.
A highlight of the session was a video demonstration showcasing the actual installation of PPVC modules on site. The footage vividly illustrated how QA/QC controls and safety measures were implemented to ensure that each of the 3,500 modules was accurately and safely installed.
During the lively Q&A segment, NTU students raised thoughtful questions on logistics, module transportation, and the technical challenges encountered in PPVC construction. In response, Mr Sheng Yukun extended an open invitation for the students to visit CCDC’s PPVC factory, offering them the opportunity to witness production processes firsthand.
In his closing remarks, Assoc Prof Robert Tiong expressed appreciation to CCDC for their dedication in sharing industry knowledge and practical insights with NTU students. He commended alumni like Mr Anthony Kang for their continued contributions to Singapore’s construction sector and emphasised the importance of sustained industry-academia collaboration. He also expressed interest in exploring future partnerships—such as leveraging CCDC’s projects for research in logistics and transportation software related to PPVC systems.
Through such collaborative efforts, NTU and CCDC continue to strengthen ties between academia and industry, advancing innovation, productivity, and sustainability in Singapore’s built environment.
