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  • The precast concrete industry and its people

    The precast concrete industry is dynamic with constant changes. There is always the emergence of new and advanced technologies, techniques and innovations in order to satisfy the ever growing needs of customers.

    Those in the business say the precast concrete industry is only as strong as the employees who constitute its workforce. To stay ahead, precast concrete companies constantly invest in their assets, including the future of their employees through ongoing education so that the employees stay engaged and knowledgeable.

    Safety, i.e. doing things safely, is a given in the precast concrete industry. Manufacturers of precast concrete products employ full-time, dedicated safety professionals who administer safety programmes for all aspects of the business.

    People in this industry are highly experienced. They are experts at precast concrete manufacturing and production techniques.

    They are knowledgeable and professionally experienced who understand product use and applicable specifications, codes and regulations. To expand their knowledge, they are active in trade organisations and continuing education programmes.

    In terms of capability, people in the industry constantly invest in quality tools and forms to manufacture products of precise quality and to improve manufacturing efficiency. They also continuously upgrade and improve the production and manufacturing equipment in the plant for quality, efficiency, environmental, safety and capacity improvements.

    The people also adhere to programmes to set the high standards for plant facilities, production operations and quality control procedures.

    In developed countries, precast concrete plants must pass vigorous examination of their manufacturing process that ensures these plants are equipped to meet the exacting requirements of the construction industry.

    In the area of engineering, designers and draftsmen have to be qualified and experienced in precast concrete. This engineering capability enables the precast concrete manufacturer to quickly provide the engineering solutions required by customers.

    These engineers also help customers design and select the best precast concrete product for any application. They provide recommendations and guidance on a wide range of applications.

    Successful people in the precast concrete business focus on prompt attention to customer inquiries and quotations. They know the precast concrete industry’s prospects are bright as the markets for precast concrete products are ever growing.

  • Types of Precast Concrete Products

    Precast concrete products are used everywhere around the world in infrastructure above and below ground.

    Common precast concrete products include box and three-sided culverts, bridges, kerb inlets and catch basins, foundations, grease interceptors, highway barriers, lift stations (pump stations), manholes, onsite wastewater tanks, paving slabs, pipes, retaining walls, sound walls, stormwater management products, underground utility vaults, and wall panels and veneers.

    Precast concrete products are manufactured in the controlled environment of a plant and products like manholes stand strong for decades. They are also easy to install. Precast concrete manholes include manholes for electrical and telecommunication infrastructure, and storm and sanitary sewer manholes.

    The array of precast concrete products is nearly endless because in addition to the standard products, manufacturers of precast concrete products also make unique and one-off items according to customer needs. In fact, any custom products of any shape or way you want with concrete. Just tell your precaster.

    There are also agricultural precast concrete products like agricultural fencing and livestock troughs as well as products for building and site amenities such as fencing, pavers, balustrades and railings, bollards, steps and stairs, light pole bases, countertops, window wells, basement entries, sills and lintels, and much more.
    Others are marine precast concrete products along waterfronts such as floating decks, underwater infrastructure, decking, boat ramps, pilings, pontoons and seawalls.

    There are railroad products like precast concrete railroad crossings and stadium products that include raker beams, columns, and structural and architectural wall panels. Precast concrete railroad crossings save time as they can be installed in mere days. The flexible stadium components provide nearly limitless options for architects and engineers.

    To preserve remains, there are even cemetery products whether in underground vaults or above ground in mausoleums. These are quality, watertight structures that withstand the test of time and the forces of nature. Precast concrete provides the solution for a variety of cemetery applications including burial vaults, cemetery slabs, cremation products, mausoleums and various cemetery structures and site amenities.

    Then there are precast concrete buildings for the communications and utilities industries. These include restrooms, concession stands, multiuse buildings, shelters, hazard shielding, or any other needs for a strong modular building that arrives on site ready to be put up. Precast buildings can be pre-plumbed and wired.

    Contact us if you would like to know more about precast concrete products.