Precast concrete lends itself to the complexities of marine structures, due to its high quality, superior strength and durability in harsh environmental conditions. Elements are designed to minimise chloride penetration and often meet a 100-year life cycle requirement.

Bulk Liquids Berth Jetty, Dampier, WA	Water Police Park, Pyrmont, NSW	Meander Dam, Meander River, Northern Tasmania

Advantages
· Superior structural outcome
· Quality product
   - Off-site manufacture means high quality
· Durable
   - High strength, factory produced. long life precast concrete offers the ultimate outcome with minimal maintenance
· High load capacity
· Reduction in formwork and propping
· A sustainable solution
   - Significant sustainability advantages through de-materialisation
· Faster construction time
   - Quick installation by highly skilled crews
   - Less weather dependent
· Simplified and safer construction process
   - Less trades on site
   - Less exposure to OHS and industrial relations risks
   - Less waste
   - Less materials handling
· High quality surface finishes.

Applications

· Bridges	· Tunnels
· Offshore platforms	· Desalination plants
· Parking structures	· Jetties
· Locks	· Wharfs
· Dams	· Roadways
· Airports	· Railways.

For more information regarding this product please refer to 1.3.3 of the Precast Concrete Handbook (click here to buy the Handbook) or talk to one of our Members.

Case Studies:

Lorne Pier

Bulk Liquids Berth Jetty

Meander Dam

Gold Coast Desalination Plant

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