Precast concrete:
- minimally disrupts the site (area and time)
- reduces damage to drainage paths and natural habitats
- increases open area when multi-level parking structures are used
- reduces the heat-island effect because of concrete's light color
- improves energy efficiency and thermal comfort
- significantly reduces job site waste and reuses and recycles formwork, keeping materials out of the landfill
- uses recyclable concrete and steel
- can be reused
- can use waste and recycled materials such as slag, fly ash, and silica fume
- is generally made from materials that are extracted and manufactured regionally
- does not off-gas, and does not need to be sealed or painted
SUSTAINING TOMORROW'S
RESOURCES TODAY WITH
PRECAST
Precast, prestressed concrete components and framing systems offer a sustainable, energy efficient building method. See how precast concrete contributes to New Construction LEED rating points* and other innovative products impact wind power generation.
RESOURCES TODAY WITH
PRECAST
Precast, prestressed concrete components and framing systems offer a sustainable, energy efficient building method. See how precast concrete contributes to New Construction LEED rating points* and other innovative products impact wind power generation.
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* SOURCE: Precast Concrete Institute (PCI)