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EPISODE · Feb 24, 2026 · 4 MIN

The Module Size Question: Bigger Isn't Always Better

from Built Different · host Spring Street Management Group

Is bigger always better when it comes to module size? The answer will surprise you.This episode examines the hidden trade-offs in module sizing—and why the biggest module your factory can build might not be the right choice for your project.Topics covered:Transportation constraints: permits, escorts, and the $5,000-per-unit cost of going wideSite access realities: when your module can't make the turnCrane capacity and why module weight becomes a hard limitFactory capabilities and the cost of custom toolingHow to optimize across all constraints—not just factory completionBefore you lock in module dimensions, run the numbers on transport, site logistics, and crane requirements. This episode shows you how.Built Different is brought to you by Spring Street Management Group. New episodes drop weekdays at 6 AM Pacific.]]>

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Every developer wants bigger modules. But module size involves trade-offs that aren't obvious until you're mid-project.

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