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Reports on the precast construction techniques used by Oldcastle Modular Precast for the addition of classrooms at Leonard V. Moore Middle School and Grace Middle School in Roselle, New Jersey. Benefits of the modular construction project for the operations of the schools; Comparison of precast modules with portables and trailers; Process involved in forming concrete elements.

The article illustrates how groups of architects, engineers and precasters have considered precast concrete construction from form to finish and expanded the limitations of the process. The architectural expression of the precast envelope of the Aurora Municipal Justice Center in Colorado designed by Skidmore Owings and Merrill is related to its structural function. Three types of precast panels were created to create smooth as well as sandblasted finishes for the Atrium shopping center in Newton, Massachusetts designed by Jung/Brannen Associates Inc.

The article discusses the freedom of design and architectural expression through formliners and letterings for architectural precast concrete.

The article focuses on the installation of a precast tunnel in Imagination Playground in the Historic South Street Seaport district in Manhattan, New York City (NYC). It notes that the precast concrete sewer system in the playground was designed to meet the watertightness standards of the NYC Park Department. The challenges faced in constructing the box culvert, the testing of the watertightness, and the cooperation of the suppliers and builders in the success of the project are also included.

The article discusses the use of architectural precast concrete in the construction of the Zilber Hall in the Marquette University in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. It explains that the use of architectural precast concrete offers a modern and welcoming structure while being able to maintain the historic setting of the building site. Details related to the challenges and the advantages in using precast panels and the certification received from the U.S. Green Building Council are also included.

The article discusses the transport of heavy precast concrete shells for the construction of the lock and dam project on the Ohio River near Olmsted, Illinois. It notes that with underwater construction, precast shell sections are lifted out into the river and transported using the largest gantry crane and catamaran barge in the world. Details related to the use of the catamaran barge for underwater installation and the production and structure of precast shells are also included.

The article discusses the use of precast concrete pipes as ground exchangers in the installation of Geothermal heat pump (GHP) systems. It states that Renewable Resource Corp. in Sudbury, Ontario innovated a ground exchanger using precast concrete sewer pipe since GHP systems mostly use the ground as the thermal exchanger. The article also offers information on the advantages of using GHP systems such as the provision of hot and chilled water, storage of solar and thermal energy.

The article features PCI'S brochure entitled "Precast Concrete Makes The Grade for K-12 School Facilities." It describes how precast concrete components including all-precast concrete structural systems can help meet a school's lifetime needs. The brochure also discusses considerations in architectural and structural precast concrete components.

Provides information related to the new wall system technology. Rationale for using precast concrete wall panels in building design and construction; Role of precast manufacturing processes on the limitation of placing door and window openings in hollow-core panels; Development of a new manufacturing process that enables cast-in openings to fit with nearly any architectural specification.

The article states that precast concrete provides better value and performance in case of long-term consideration due to the internal structural strength of the concrete pipe.

The article offers some tips to architects in the U.S. in applying architectural precast concrete panels. It states that architectural precast concrete is most economically applied by repeating components and maximizing the size of individual panels. It advises architects to allow the formwork to be reused for fabricating multiple pieces.

The article focuses on the use of precast concrete for building resilient communities. It says that a resilient community anticipates problems and unexpected events but recovers rapidly and safely. It also says that the National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) is a member of Concrete Joint Sustainability Initiative (CJSI), an industry coalition that promotes building resilient communities throughout the world that can withstand natural disaster.

The article discusses the advantages of precast concrete application over wind towers built with alternative materials. Precast advantages include inherent durability, factory-controlled material quality and production efficiencies, and rapid on-site erection and minimal site disruption. Moreover, a Web site is presented for more information on concrete application for wind power.

Provides information on the brick-faced precast concrete used in the Centergy complex adjacent to the Georgia Tech campus in Atlanta. Prices of the precast; Advantages of precast brick; Components of the precast wall.

This article focuses on the growth of the use of precast concrete for construction projects in the U.S. It discusses the growth of infrastructure construction activity according to the GPN 2015 Keating Report and the 2015 Dodge Construction Outlook," from Dodge Data & Analytics, results of the "Precast Concrete Products, Industry Study 3244," by Freedonia Group, and the use of precast concrete forms for construction projects by the government.

The article discusses the importance of precast concrete pipe in channeling sanitary wastewater and stormwater while preserving the groundwater quality. Several characteristics that make precast concrete the material of choice for piping projects include superior load carrying capacity, long service durability and high level quality and uniformity.

The article presents questions and answers related to ultra high-performance concrete (UHPC) application to the precast concrete construction in the U.S., including the UHPC's advantages and drawbacks, the recommendation to those considering UHPC products and other products besides bridges and decks that can take advantage of UHPC.