Q&A

How wide are precast panels?

How wide are precast panels?

Typical widths: 4 to 15 ft. Typical heights: 10 to 50 ft. Typical thicknesses: 4 to 12 in. Finishes: Since wall panels are cast in a flat orientation, the form side is typically the side that will be exposed to view in the final construction.

What is a precast concrete wall panel?

Precast Concrete Wall Panels. The precast concrete wall panel is more than a building component but rather a groundbreaking innovation in building science. It combines the structural, insulating and architectural elements into a single segment creating synergy within your wall system.

How much do tilt up panels cost?

$209,865* is the average cost of one of our factory projects. Because of the wide range of factory sizes, our prices range from over $1,000,000* to under $100,000* (Australian dollars, including erection costs).

What is band beam?

Band beams (Figure 8) are horizontal elements that are wider than they are deep. The slab spans one way onto the band beams, which reduces the thickness of the slab and complexity of reinforcement. The band beams provide a thickened element that resists both shear and bending between columns.

How is precast panel weight calculated?

The weight of a concrete slab can be estimated by computing the volume of the slab and multiplying the volume (V) by the density of the concrete. The volume is simply the area (A = L*W) times the depth (D).

How much do precast concrete panels weigh?

Installation, Connections, and Finishes Concrete weighs about 150 pounds per cubic foot, so precast items are heavy. For instance, a full-sandwich panel that is 10-by-20-feet by eight inches thick (with a three inch void for insulation) weighs more than six tons.

How big can a spancrete wall panel be?

Spancrete wall panels can be installed vertically or horizontally for shear walls, load bearing, non-load bearing, insulated or non-insulated, interior or exterior walls. They can be manufactured in a variety of sizes and finishes. The structural wythes are typically 6″, 8″ or 10″ thick with the insulation being 2″ to 4″ thickness.

What makes Spancrete the best precast concrete solution?

Energy efficient, versatile and fast make the Spancrete Architectural and Structural Wall Panel systems ideal for today’s market needs and come in a wide variety of design options. Spancrete Transportation solutions provide the support, durability and strength our roads and bridges demand.

Is the Spancrete hollowcore still an effective roofing solution?

Spancrete Hollowcore is still an effective and efficient floor and roof building solution as it was when our first plank was cast over 70 years ago. Energy efficient, versatile and fast make the Spancrete Architectural and Structural Wall Panel systems ideal for today’s market needs and come in a wide variety of design options.

Where can I find the Spancrete design and Engineering Handbook?

Welcome to the Spancrete Design and Engineering Handbook. This handbook is organized around the precast concrete products available from Spancrete. Generally, load tables, details and guide specifications are provided for each product. View and download specifications, details, and load tables for all of our products.

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