Expert Insights
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From Foundation to Facade: How Total Precast Transforms the Entire Build
Total precast buildings unite structure and facade into one coordinated system—streamlining design, reducing trade conflicts, and accelerating schedules for a smarter, more efficient build.
How Prefabrication is Powering Today’s Most Striking Facades
Precast systems have evolved far beyond basic, utilitarian applications. Modern prefabricated concrete is highly customizable and can meet the complex aesthetic demands of high-end luxury buildings and iconic landmarks.
Why Storm Shelters are Becoming Essential in K12 School Design
Across the U.S., more K-12 schools are incorporating storm shelters into their designs. In addition to meeting 2018 IBC building code requirements, schools are also addressing concerns of student and staff safety, with the growing frequency and severity of extreme weather events like tornadoes and hurricanes.
Thin Brick Insulated Precast Wall Systems: A High-Performance Solution
Fast and efficient, precast concrete sandwich wall panels with thin brick faces can be utilized on a variety of building types.
Educating the Next Generation: Turning Students into Prefab Concrete Pros Before They Even Graduate
Through the orchestrated efforts of The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) and multiple precast manufacturers across the country, we’re creating meaningful learning opportunities right in our own communities.
Why Designers are Choosing Unitized Building Envelope Solutions
Discover how unitized building envelope solutions are revolutionizing architectural design. Learn how these innovative systems offer unparalleled flexibility, efficiency, and aesthetic possibilities, empowering architects to bring their visionary designs to life without compromise.
The Critical Difference That Maintenance Makes in the Lifespan of Concrete Structures
Discover the hidden costs of neglecting concrete maintenance. Explore the importance of regular inspections and the long-term benefits of proactive maintenance for concrete structures.
The 6 Key Steps to Streamlining Prefabrication with Design-Assist for Architects and Engineers
Learn how a prefabricator's preconstruction and engineering team can help guide design decisions for architects and engineers with an eye to efficiency and value engineering when involved early in the project using a design-assist approach.
Breaking Barriers: Dispelling Misconceptions About Prefabricated Building Enclosures
There are several misconceptions about integrated scope prefabricated building envelope systems like Infinite Facade that are keeping architects from tapping into their full potential. This article busts these myths.