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Podium Structures

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 […]

Precast Concrete in Winter Conditions

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 […]

Precast Concrete Sustainability

Jump-To: What is Sustainability? How Precast Concrete is Made Forming and Setting Precast Concrete Sustainability in Concrete Mix Design How Precast Concrete is Sustainable for the Environment Environmental Sustainability Benefits from Precast Concrete What is LEED Certification and How Does Precast Concrete Contribute? LEED Categories and Points   Sustainability is a watchword in today’s architectural […]

Precast Schools – a Trend on the Rise

Jump-To: 9 Reasons the Construction Industry is Turing to Precast Concrete Two Nitterhouse Precast Concrete School Projects Architectural Finishes Allow Color and Texture Selection Nitterhouse Precast Concrete Products   Precast concrete construction for school buildings is a definite trend on the rise. The move toward precast concrete components for all sorts of public buildings has increased leaps […]

11 Ways Precast Concrete Structures Save Money

Jump-To: Precast Saves Money Precast Cuts Transport Costs Precast is Versatile Precast Benefits Cross Industries Precast Prevents Delays Precast Offers Superior Quality Precast is Ideal for Various Structure Types Some Sites Require Prior Production Precast Enhances Safety Precast Improves Energy Efficiency Precast is Aesthetically Pleasing   Precast concrete benefits the bottom line of any project […]