Implementação da linha de balanço como ferramenta de planejamento e controle de um edifício residencial em uma empresa de construção civil: estudo de caso

Abstract

The construction industry faces challenges related to productivity, schedule control and coordination of work crews, especially in high-rise building projects characterized by repetitive production units. In this context, production planning and control play a fundamental role in execution efficiency. This study aims to analyze the application of the line of balance as a production planning and control tool in a vertical residential building through a case study conducted at a high-standard project located in the city of Goiânia-GO. The methodology is classified as applied research, with a qualitative and quantitative approach, based on document analysis, field observation, and monitoring of execution activities. The line of balance was applied to the final stage of the project, focusing on finishing activities of the residential tower, allowing the visualization of production rates, identification of conflicts between work fronts, and support for managerial decision-making. The results showed that the use of the line of balance contributed to early detection of deviations, definition of corrective action plans, improvement of production flow, and more efficient planning of service procurement. It is concluded that the line of balance is an effective tool for planning and controlling vertical construction projects, especially when integrated into managerial routines and aligned with Lean Construction principles.