EFFECTOF CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT ON PRODUCTION IN BUILDING COSTRUCTION PROJECT

The contractor’s equipment policy and equipment management system have a great impact on the profitability of a firm, especially for contractors with large investment in equipment. The cost of equipment in civil engineering construction projects can range from 25-40% of the total project cost. In this paper information given about how the planned and proper maintenance is important for construction equipment for better production. The data given is monthly equipment utilization on site & various reasons for losses in construction equipment production. Proper planning, selection, procurement, installation, operation & maintenance of construction equipment play important role in production in construction projects.