Category: Precast Blogs
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PRECAST PANEL TO PANEL CONECTIONS USING TEMPORARY PLATE
INTRODUCTION : To explain the application and detailing requirements of temporary loose plate connections used in precast panel-to-panel joints. This document outlines the types of connections (parallel and corner), their structural purpose during erection, and their specific use in warehouse and multistorey buildings. It also highlights the importance of accurate detailing for cast-in ferrules and…
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TYPES OF MODEL VIEWERS FORMAT , PURPOSE AND ITS BENFITS
A. IFC Mode Industry Foundation Classes (IFC) is an open file format developed by Building Smart Alliance. It is an international data exchange standard for exchanging building information across different software platforms. An IFC Model is just a model of a building or a construction project with all geometric, structural, and semantic information. Key Features…
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Precast Material Take Off
Estimate precast concrete panels for your quotes Tek1 provides material take off for precast panels. Deliverables for Precast MTO Note We do not include ferrules in the take off.
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KAMAY FERRY-LA PEROUSE WHARF
This was a complex project, but we successfully delivered it. Our scope included the balustrade around the bridge, which needed to be provided in multiple panels. By utilizing advanced modeling techniques, we were able to complete it within a significantly shorter timeline. Since the structure is above the sea, we provided several cost-saving ideas for…
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Absolute minimum Anchor Spacing
Please note that the spacing and edge distances given in the ferrule tables is for design purposes only and not a minimum for actual installation. That is the dimensions given are for each insert to achieve 100% capacity. They can be placed closer. It just means their combined capacity will be reduced. The same is…
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Technical drawing standards for certain clients.
Please refer to the following techical standards for one of our clients. Use this document as check list
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The Power of Coordination: Elevating Project Success with Steel & Precast Alignment
🚀 The Power of Coordination: Elevating Project Success with Steel & Precast Alignment 🌟 In complex construction projects, effective collaboration between steel and precast detailing teams is crucial. Proper coordination ensures smooth project workflows, minimizes delays, and reduces unnecessary costs, ultimately benefiting the client. During our recent team meeting, we explored specific challenges and solutions…
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Changes in Consultant drawings between Quotation stage to the Project stage? You must check: here’s why…
It is essential to cross-check the revised consultant drawings we receive against the original drawings from the Quotation stage before commencing the project because this may affect prices. For example, the panel break up, or the panel specs might have changed. If they have changed, this might have a material impact on price such…
