Modular manufacturing

High-quality, modular construction provides many benefits and efficiencies including:

• precision manufacturing 

• year-round, indoor, safer work environment

• bulk ordering and pricing for materials and supplies 

• reduced time and transport for workers, equipment, materials 

• lean manufacturing and zero-waste operations 

• employee training and competitive compensation 

• reduced neighborhood impacts during home construction 

Zero Energy Homes is exploring how new technologies -- robotics, 3-D component printing (such as for cabinets, countertops), greater use of biobased materials including nanocellulose wallboard under development at the University of Maine,  smart home technology, and other innovations – can be incorporated into its manufacturing process. 

Zero Energy Homes is working to locate a first manufacturing facility in the downeast Maine region.

Common question: Are modular and manufactured homes the same?

Anwer: No. Both are built with “off site” construction. Modular homes are typically set on a foundation or slab.  

Manufactured or mobile homes are constructed and delivered on a steel chassis, like some tiny homes. This allows them to be moved, though many stay in place.