Why Precast?

Every day, more architects, engineers, contractors, developers and owners specify precast, prestressed concrete components for their construction needs.

Versatile precast, prestressed concrete components can be specifically designed to meet most construction requirements. Discover the advantages of using these components:

Precast concrete is a construction product produced by casting concrete in a reusable mold or “form” which is then cured in a controlled environment, transported to the construction site and maneuvered into place; examples include precast beams, and wall panels, floors, roofs, and piles.

As an industrially produced building product, precast is always of the highest quality. A carefully designed production process and the controlled environment enable real-time monitoring of quality and easy adjustments in raw materials, casting and finishing. The outcome is cured, finished, and equipped.

Its long lifespan is another one of the precast concrete advantages. Precast products are designed to last for at least 100 years once installed. Additionally, they do not require any maintenance or repairs during their lifetime.  It can easily withstand the elements and go through years and years of wear and tear while still being just as strong and resilient as it was the day it was cured.

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Why Precast?

Discover the advantages of Precast

COST EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS

Precast concrete structural and architectural systems help save cost

GUIDES & MANUALS

Guide specifications for precast/prestressed concrete are available

BUILDING ENGINEERING

Precast concrete is a structural material that can be used as the primary structural system.

RESILIENCE

Precast construction can meet energy, durability, and consumption concerns.

PRECAST SAVES LIVES

Construction builds more than buildings … it builds opportunities.

SCHOLARSHIP

FPCA is sponsoring scholarships for deserving students pursuing precast careers..

TRANSPORTATION ENGINEERING

Precast concrete has become the preferred composite material for bridge design and construction.

ARCHITECTURAL RESOURCES

Precast concrete is a high performance material that integrates easily with other systems.

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QUALITY CONTROL

Precast/prestressed concrete is manufactured in PCI Certified plants in a controlled environment.

SPEED OF CONSTRUCTION

Precast/prestressed concrete lends itself to compressed construction schedules. Components are manufactured off-site, allowing for a just-in-time delivery system. Speedy construction means earlier completion dates which equals earlier occupancy.

AESTHETICS

In infinite variety of sands, cements, aggregates and pigments combine to achieve endless colors, textures and finishes.

DURABILITY

The high-strength, high-performance concrete that is utilized in the production process resists weather, fire, corrosion, and vandalism.

DESIGN FLEXIBILITY

The combination of standard structural shapes and the capability of casting custom shapes gives designers maximum flexibility. Economies of scale can be achieved through repetition while the inherent plasticity of concrete allows for unique shapes.

GREEN PRODUCTS

Precast Concrete is a green product and can provide up to 26 LEED points.