Eliminating Barriers to the Use of HUD-Code Housing in Attached ConstructionYou may download the report here (1.04 MB) In the late 1970s, an innovative federal program called Operation Breakthrough promised to reduce housing costs by applying the techniques of industrialization, honed in industries ...

Applying Lean Home Building Practices Beyond the PlantYou may download the report here (0.86 MB) Lean production is a business process originally developed by Toyota that strives to eliminate all kinds of waste (time, money, materials, etc.) from manufacturing, construction or office operations, whi...

Lean Production Under the Lean Program, SBRA s goal is to be the leading educator and catalyst for maximizing value and minimizing waste in factory homebuilding. To accomplish this goal, SBRA is developing and advancing lean principles, tools, and techniques designed to enable positive change. SBRA ...

Technology Roadmapping for Manufactured HousingYou may download the report here (2.83 MB) The Road Less Traveled The manufactured housing industry is currently engaged in a struggle of monumental proportions. This struggle is reshaping the industry and has underscored the need for strong leadership ...

Moisture Studies Moisture Problems in Manufactured Homes: Understanding Their Causes and Finding Solutions This guide is the MHRA's second volume in its Excellence in Design, Manufacturing and Installation Series. This 60-page guide is designed to assist manufacturers, retailers, setup crews, and ho...