Precast Wall Panel Construction

Typically precast concrete wall systems fall into three basic categories.

Precast wall panel construction.

Precast concrete wall panels fig 4. Every precast wall panel has a thick layer of energy efficient thermal insulation integrally sandwiched between a very durable concrete interior and a unique beautiful exterior finish. The effectiveness of precast concrete shear walls is largely dependent on the panel to panel connections. With precast concrete solid wall panels are constructed in a controlled setting to meet the industry standard.

Precast concrete shear wall panels provide a lateral load resisting system when combined with the diaphragm action of the floor construction. In some cases precast panels are used as formwork for cast in place concrete. The effectiveness of precast shear walls is largely dependent upon the panel to panel connections. Precast concrete members are manufactured in factory under controlled conditions to keep standard dimensions and tolerances.

Precast beam and girders fig 7. Traditional walls and fencing systems are prone to deterioration and damage. Ctu precast services the states of california oregon and nevada with quality precast pre stressed concrete products which are used for commercial industrial and institutional projects. In some cases precast panels are used as formwork for cast in place concrete.

Meridian precast is one of the largest suppliers installers of prefabricated architectural products in the western united states. Elements in precast concrete building systems. Precast concrete shear wall panels are used to provide lateral load resisting system when combined with diaphragm action of the floor construction. We provide building owners developers and architectural agencies a single source solution that takes your project from cradle to grave.

The precast panels act as a form providing the visible aesthetics of the system while the cast in place portion provides the structural component of the system. The virtues of the in plant production are our motivation for providing pre cast concrete to the markets we serve. While there are other materials available for your fencing needs precast concrete products are your best bet in terms of resilience longevity and appearance. Unlike block walls precast concrete is poured into specific forms beforehand then delivered for a quicker install than conventional on site construction.

Precast concrete wall systems can be comprised of a variety of shapes and wall types.