Author: Magesh K
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WATERPROOFING AND ITS ADVANTAGES
Waterproofing: Normally exterior precast walls are constructed with joints and window openings. It can be easily affecting the moisture infiltration. Waterproof materials are applied in these areas to eliminate the moisture intrusion to the precast panel. we are defined edges are used to avoid this, it made upon wood or Foam (Thermocol). Top of Step…
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SHOP DRAWING AND ITS COMPONENTS
Shop Drawing: Shop drawings is detailed drawing of the original design of the building. It’s a drawing or set of drawings given to our consultant or Fabricator. It is used to produce the individual precast panels in the factory. Shop drawings are typically required some prefabricated components, they are Listed below. Shop Drawing Components: 1.…
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UPSTAND Vs CORBEL
Upstand: Upstand is typically used for return legs in a precast element (Panel, Column, Spandrel). Generally, upstand preferred near face in shop drawing. If any special requirement (architectural design) only goes for Far face. Because far face is a table face, so we can’t provide upstand on Far face due to manufacturing difficulties. Corbel: Corbel…
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STRONGBACK AND TYPES
Normally we are using the strongback in window, Door opening, uneven profile and panel handling purpose. It’s used to avoid the panel breakup, crack and damage during the panel lifting from table, Transportation (Loading & Unloading) and Panel erection on site. We are using three types strongback based on the required strength. 1. PFC Strong…
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TYPES OF BEAMS – Depending on how they are supported.
According to the types of supports provided for the beams, they are classified as: 1. Simply supported beam. 2. Cantilever beam. 3. Continuous beam. 4. Overhanging beam. 5. Fixed beam. SIMPLY SUPPOETED BEAM: This type of beam is supported at both ends consisting of pin support at one of the ends and roller support at…
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BEAM Vs COLUMN
BEAM Vs COLUMN BEAM: A beam is a horizontal structural component that resists vertical loads. Its mode of deflection is primarily bending. It transfers loads imposed along its length to its endpoints to walls, column and foundations. The beam is structural element that stands against the bending. Mainly beam carries vertical gravitational forces, but also…
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HOB AND ITS TYPES
HOB Hob is projection or recess on the top of slab, which is made up of concreate or sometimes precast. It will act as a base or foot for the precast panels and balustrade which are to be placed above the actual SSL (Structural surface level) and a locating guide sometimes with weather proof. HOB…
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Types of Brace (Prop) Plan
Brace are used for temporarily support precast concrete elements until the permanent fixing are made.1. Single storey (Drop-in) panel propping2. Double storey (Spin-up) panel propping3. Panel higher than double storey propping4. Panel to panel propping5. Edge Propping6. Spandrels propping 1. Single storey panel propping: Single story panel are normally used 2 props a panel. Some…
