Precast Floor and Rooms Systems Webinar Description: This is an introductory course designed to acquaint the design professional with the basic components of precast floor and roof systems. Design options and examples will be presented. The attendee will also see numerous examples of hollow-core planks, solid slabs, and double tee systems that have been integrated…
High Performance and Resilient Precast Educational Facilities The evolving construction industry, recent code changes, increasing sustainability requirements, and a challenging economy are just some of the factors increasing demand for safe, healthy, high-performance precast educational facilities. Today’s schools are more than just buildings; they are interactive learning environments. They are gathering places. They are safe…
Watch Now State of the Art Concepts for Precast Bridge Design Length: 1 hour Description: This webinar will discuss recent advancements in how precast concrete is being used on modern bridge projects throughout the United States. Recent project experiences are featured to demonstrate how creative designs using precast, prestressed concrete have enhanced the success of…
Precast Concrete Storm Shelters We will introduce the basic requirements of FEMA 361 Storm Shelters. Information will also be discussed looking at the unique problem that tornadic and cyclonic weather systems pose for Precast concrete Storm Shelters and structures. Precast concrete, as a material and as a system, will be presented including particular applications of precast concrete…
The Role of Precast Concrete in Resilience-Based Design This course is intended for architects, engineers, builders, material suppliers, and decision-makers within the building community. This course will provide an introduction to the role of precast concrete in resilience-based design, as it is distinguished from and compliments the traditional green design. Participants will learn how to measure…
High Performance and Resilient Precast Educational Facilities Today’s schools are more than just buildings; they are interactive learning environments. The evolving construction industry, recent code changes, increasing sustainability requirements, and a challenging economy are just some of the factors increasing demand for safe, healthy, high-performance precast educational facilities. Today’s schools are more than just buildings;…
Thermal Mass, Energy Codes, and Precast Concrete The thermal mass provided by concrete buildings saves energy in many climates. This is most effective in conserving energy in the sun-belt regions in the Southern and Western United States because of the daily temperature fluctuations that occur throughout the year. Due to its density, concrete has the capacity…
Sustainable Design Using Precast Concrete Level 2 – Intermediate Program Number Authorized: LIVE17SBD150 Length: 1.5 Hours AIA 1.5 HSW/LU 1.5 PDH 0.15 CEU 1 GBCI After this presentation, participants will understand the following concepts: The key to sustainable building lies in long-life, adaptable, low-energy design. The earth’s resources are best conserved if the service…