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Precast Concrete Wall Panel Options for Construction Efficiency

Wolgast Corporation

Precast Concrete Wall Panel Options for Construction Efficiency Construction efficiency is a critical factor that can significantly impact timelines and overall project success. Precast concrete walls with conventional steel roof framing are one option to use on a large commercial building. Each 10,000+ lb.

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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. Structural frames are mainly used for offices, car parks and retail developments. The structural frame consists of slabs, beams and columns.

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Austrian university develops 'inflatable' concrete dome method

BD+C

Constructing a concrete dome is a costly process, but this may change soon. A team from the Vienna University of Technology has developed a method that allows concrete domes to form with the use of air and steel cables instead of expensive, timber supporting structures. “[We Body Image: read more.

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5 innovations in high-rise building design

BD+C

Architects Concrete Technology Fenestration and Glazing Fire and Life Safety Building Owner Glass Cladding Contractors Glass Technology Designers Engineers Building Enclosure Systems Facility Managers Building Materials Hospitality Facilities Hotel Facilities Building Technology Multifamily Housing Construction Office Building Resort Design Retail (..)

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11 Advantages Of Fabric Buildings

Construction Marketing

They can even be used as meeting spaces or offices—all you have to do is include electricity. They’re advantageous for industrial, commercial, and retail uses too. As mentioned earlier, they’re built with lightweight materials, which reduces the cost of fuel to transport them to the site. They’re Simple To Reconstruct.

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Austrian university develops “inflatable” concrete dome method

BD+C

Constructing a concrete dome is a costly process, but this may change soon. A team from the Vienna University of Technology has developed a method that allows concrete domes to form with the use of air and steel cables instead of expensive, timber supporting structures. “[We Body Image: Blog Author: BD+C Staff.

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2014 predictions for skyscraper construction: More twisting towers, mega-tall projects, and 'superslim' designs

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