WHY uSE PRECAST CONCRETE iN CONSTRUCTION
The use of precast concrete in construction is now widely regarded as an economic, durable, structurally sound, fire resistant and architecturally versatile form of construction. Members of National Precast are highly regarded, experienced, and have a proven track record in the Australian construction industry.
The benefits of factory-made precast are recognised as making a significant contribution to lean construction. The advantages of drawing on the experience and expertise of specialist precast manufacturers in purpose-built factories, are considerable.
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Advantages of using precast manufactured by National Precast Members:
- High quality - manufactured under controlled conditions, by specialists, in purpose-built factories.
- Reliable - manufactured under cover & not weather affected.
- Improved aesthetics - from grey off-form (made in steel casting beds) to a range of architectural finishes.
- Design flexibility - using moulds to suit any requirement.
- Safer - Members use safe work practices, plus construction sites are less cluttered.
- Higher strengths - mean long life cycles, high loading capacities & long spans.
- Faster construction - 75% less construction times than traditional construction.
- Lower cost - reduced time on site, reduced propping/scaffolding costs, lower site labour costs, lower materials storage costs.
- Secure - inherently strong.
- Fire & disaster resistant - superior performance in all disasters.
- Less waste - lean production in manufacturing & exact elements are delivered to site.
- Durable & low maintenance - up to 100 years service for high use applications.
- Acoustic benefits - high mass provides an efficient acoustic barrier.
- Environmentally friendly - manufacturing uses less energy than comparable components, recycled materials used in production, less noise, air pollution & debris on site, allows benefits of thermal mass to be incorporated into designs.
- Energy efficient - high thermal mass reduces heating and cooling.
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Higher Strengths

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Durable
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The broad range of precast can be categorised into classifications by product type or application. The principal product areas are:
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FLOORING
The use of concrete, reinforced either by bar, mesh or strand is still the most popular method of constructing suspended floors in all states of Australia. Details..... |

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WALLING
With the exception of NSW, precast concrete walling is widely used in the medium-density housing developments of most states. In NSW the perception that brickwork is cheaper may not last for long. Details.....
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STRUCTURAL
Reinforced or prestressed, precast structural components bring to building construction and engineering projects the 'Precast Advantage'. Details.....
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DRAINAGE, CIVIL & ENVIRONMENTAL
Durability, strength and appearance factors determine the suitability of precast for a variety of civil, environmental and drainage products including noise walls, culverts, pollutant traps and street furniture. Details.....
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GLASS REINFORCED cONCRETE (gRC)
The building material which continues to make a significant contribution to the technology and aesthetics of the construction industry worldwide. Details.....
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