Schools Tackle Storm Resistance
/Because of its resiliency, precast is often used in FEMA shelters and when used in schools, can create a dual purpose for the facility by enabling it to act as a storm shelter for the community.
Read MoreBecause of its resiliency, precast is often used in FEMA shelters and when used in schools, can create a dual purpose for the facility by enabling it to act as a storm shelter for the community.
Read MorePrecast provides a building solution that K-12 schools can utilize to create modern, low maintenance renovations to existing buildings. Precast structures have an adaptable and versatile design capability that can be blended with existing structures while providing safe and durable spaces for students.
Read MoreHistoric schools face challenges when they need to expand or adapt. This is where the versatility of precast is the perfect solution!
Read MoreSchool facilities constructed with precast require less maintenance in the long term and are smart investments. Boasting numerous advantages, precast limits the need for ongoing facilities spending and allows districts to direct more funds toward the education of the student.
Read MoreThe resurgence of precast into the school market started in 2000 when labor shortages placed a crunch on the timelines for school projects. The advancements in precast building products gained a second look of designers because of the lengthy list of advantages precast brings to a project.
Read MoreSo what does LEED have to do with precast? Precast concrete building components possess some of the most inherently environmentally friendly and resource friendly attributes of any building material available.
Read MoreAdding another “weapon to the arsenal” against mounting infrastructure repair/replacement projects across the country, the NEXT Beam was developed by the Northeast State DOT’s in conjunction with consultants and precast concrete producers to serve as a solution to the bridge community’s need for an improved, high functioning beam.
Read MoreWith growing popularity, the construction industry is looking towards the use of precast concrete building components to solve or lessen the issues of working within a small area. Precast concrete as a primary building material for a project brings advantages no other material can match.
Read MoreIn the erection of a precast structure, connections are the “glue” that keeps it all together. As such, there is a vast array of connections available to meet the individual requirements of the project.
Read MoreOperating a profitable precast concrete plant hinges on the ability to move product through the facility in a timely manner.
Read MoreUniversity level education of future designers and engineers is crucial to the continued growth of the precast concrete market. As future industry professionals become masters of their trade, the investment that has been made in education at the university level is well worth it.
Read MorePCI Gulf South's mission is to grow the precast/prestressed concrete industry within the Gulf South Region and increase awareness of the advantages of precast products to design and construction professionals.