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STRUCTURAL USES OF PRECAST CONCRETE

The Constructor

Use of Precast Concrete in frames: There are two main types of precast building frame. The structural frame consists of slabs, beams and columns. Structural frames are mainly used for offices, car parks and retail developments. The cross-wall frame consists of floor slabs and solid walls. It is used mainly for hotels, schools and hospitals.

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PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS FOR FORMWORK & RELEASE AGENTS

The Constructor

Depending on how big or complicated the pour is, the inspection may just take few minutes or it could take hours. Only when the formwork has been approved, may the pour take place. There are different release agents depending on what material is used for the formwork.

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TYPES OF PRECAST CONCRETE CLADDING & FEATURES

The Constructor

This allows a greater performance from the cladding panel than simple building enclosure. Panels can be manufactured in many shapes and sizes, but mainly they are either storey height spanning from floor to floor, or spandrel panels forming a sill wall beneath windows.

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Retail Construction: 3 Construction Cost-Savings Tips for De-malling a Shopping Mall

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A commercial design-build general contractor should also perform exploratory work up front, before you pay for architectural plans. Main electrical systems – this includes switch gear, disconnects and meter panels. Plumbing waste, vent and supply lines – inspect for age and to make sure they’re in good working condition.

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Demystifying fire-retardant treated wood specifications

Construction Specifier

Section 06 40 00 Architectural Woodwork. Four main standards are used for FRTW product evaluation. Architectural Trim, Exterior Wall Coverings. It is subject to third-party inspection and quality assurance. It is subject to third-party inspection and quality assurance. References. The test consists of a 7.6-m

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TYPES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS IN A BUILDING

The Constructor

Precast Beams: There are two main categories of beams: Internal beams – where floor loading is approximately symmetrical External beams – where floor loading is predominantly non-symmetrical. The main types of precast columns are: Edge columns – symmetrical in one direction. Internal columns – symmetrical in all directions.

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designing a home with an architect - fins architecture blog

Fins Architecture

Though the contractor may be finished enough for you to move in, he is not through with construction until he has complete all that is required according to the construction document, or sometime referred to the plan, and receive the final inspection from the local building department. architectural project. architectural renderings.