Expert Insights
Built on decades of experience and a deep network of knowledge, Wells industry experts share their thoughts on industry trends and technical guidance to lessons learned in the field.
Powering Greener Data Center Builds
Published in Industry Today, Mike Ryan provides insights on how prefabricated concrete supports greener, faster, and more resilient data center construction.
Prefab Power: Redefining Fire Station Design
Earn CEUs with this article. Fire stations demand strength, speed, and reliability. From integrating MEP systems to cutting energy costs and enabling faster builds, Wells' prefab solutions create durable, efficient, and adaptable fire stations that serve communities around the clock.
Designing for Discovery: Inside the Energy Advancement Center at The Ohio State University
Published in Commercial Construction & Renovation, this article features perspective from Brian Griffis on the Ohio State University Energy Advancement and Innovation Center and evolving trends in high-performance facility design.
Prefabrication: A Prescription for Healthcare Construction Challenges
Published in Constructor Magazine, Dan Parker offers his perspective on where healthcare construction is headed in the future.
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.
Concrete: A Sustainable Building Material
Concrete is often criticized for its high embodied carbon, but when measured over its full life cycle, its durability, resilience, and low maintenance needs make it a key material for sustainable, long-lasting structures.
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.