Sustainable Building Materials

Author: Laura Martin
November 10, 2020

Jump-To: Green Building Materials Why is Precast Concrete “Green” Why Choose Nitterhouse Concrete?   Many builders, homeowners and business owners are interested in LEED sustainability and green building materials to meet regulatory requirements or to simply create the most sustainable project possible. At Nitterhouse Concrete Products, we offer sustainable building materials that can help your […]

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Pedax: Rebar Machine

Author: Laura Martin

Nitterhouse Concrete Products recently installed a new automated rebar bending machine in our plant. Rebar is used in our prestressed concrete to provide reinforcement when the concrete is being poured and stressed.   Peddinghaus Corporation, the manufacturer of the Pedax rebar machine came to our plant to interview Dennis Schmaltz, Special Projects Manager.  Peddinghaus Corporation is a […]

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Why You Should Use Precast Technology on Your Next Large-Scale Construction Project

Author: Laura Martin

Jump-To: Structurally Secure and Effcient Prefabricated and Preinstalled Weather and Large-Scale Precast Concrete Thermal Friendly Fire Tough Resistant to Chemicals and Rust Tough Jobs Every Single Day Reduce Noise Inside and Out Wi-Fi Friendly Keep Pests Out Safety and Large-Scale Infrastructure Demands Customizable for Your Job   Large-scale construction is a beast in a class […]

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Podium Structures

Author: Laura Martin

NiCore™ Plank – The Preferred Choice For Podium Structures It is common knowledge that precast, prestressed hollow-core slabs have been a reliable and frequently-chosen construction material since the early 1960’s. Designers, contractors, and owners are well aware of its high-performance benefits such as year-round construction, fast-track site erection, low maintenance, and long-term durability. Countless millions of […]

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Precast Concrete in Winter Conditions

Author: Laura Martin

Jump-To: Cold Weather Precast Concrete Construction What is Cold Weather Concreting Traditional Cast-in-Place Concrete American Concrete Institute Ratings Raising Ambient Temperature with Artificial Environments Altering Poured Concrete with Additives Additional Problems on Site Pours Solving Cold Weather Concrete Problems Benefits of Using Precast Concrete Structure Components Efficient Use in Harsh Winter Conditions   COLD WEATHER […]

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