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1 Designing Precast Concrete School Buildings 1

2 This program is registered with CPCI for continuing professional education. CPCI s continuing-education program emphasizes on learning for architects, engineers and other construction professionals. It helps those in the construction industry to keep current, master new knowledge and skills, plan for the future, and responsibly meet the role society entrusts to a professional. In doing so, it has the potential to be one of the primary forces in the improvement and revitalization of the construction industry. CPCI provides and numbers of seminars and presentations administered by CPCI representatives and CPCI members. Please contact CPCI for more information at (877 ) or info@cpci.ca 2

3 Learning Objectives After attending this presentation, learners will be able to: Discuss how different Precast/Prestressed components are used in school designs Use the aesthetic features of precast to create structures to meet the unique needs of schools Understand the Precast design process 3

4 Education for Life! 4

5 Benefits of Precast Concrete Benefits for the Architect, the Owner and the Construction Manager: Unequalled Design Freedom Proven Initial Economy Rapid Construction 5

6 Precast Concrete School Applications 6

7 Precast Concrete School Applications 7

8 Precast Concrete School Applications 8

9 Precast Cost Savings Lower Insurance Cost Low Maintenance Year-Round Fabrication Rapid Installation 9

10 Precast Cost Savings: Rapid Construction Hollowcore floor and roof units offer fast installation. 10

11 Precast Cost Savings: Rapid Construction 11

12 Architectural Precast Most Any Color, Texture, or Pattern Moldable Into Imaginative Shapes = Design freedom Faced With Other Materials such as brick or granite 12

13 ACID ETCHED SAND BLAST RIBBED FORM LINER EXPOSED AGGREGATE 13

14 ACID ETCH SAND BLASTED RETARDED WATER WASHED 14

15 Precast Concrete School Applications: Architectural Finishes 15

16 Precast Concrete School Applications: Architectural Finishes 16

17 Precast Concrete School Applications: Architectural Finishes Thin set brick Brick form liner 17

18 Key to Successful Precast Projects Seek Precaster assistance early: Technical Advice Economical Solutions 18

19 Key to Successful Precast Projects Enhanced Value: When Used Structurally By Encapsulating Insulation 19

20 Exterior Shear Wall 20

21 Complete Exterior Wall Systems Insulated Composite Load-bearing Panels Finished Exterior Pre-Insulated Edge to Edge Interior finished wall (Ready for paint.) Column-free Built-in electrical conduit and boxes 21

22 Interior Shear Wall System Interior Shear Wall Lateral loads are transmitted by floor diaphragms to a structural core of precast shear walls. The shear wall can be tied together vertically and at corners to form a structural tube that cantilevers from the foundation. 22

23 Interior Shear Wall System 23

24 Interior Wall Surfaces and Efficiency THERMOMASS CONNECTORS 24

25 Precast Concrete Thermal Mass Properties The High Performance Wall s concrete mass results in a performance R-value that can be two times greater, or more, than its calculated material R-value. 25

26 Keys to Fabrication Economy Repetition Piece Size 26

27 Keys to Fabrication Economy Different mixes and finishes within the same piece are practical with large pieces. 27

28 Keys to Fabrication Economy 28

Keys to Fabrication Economy Erection Cost Per Piece Panel Size sq. ft. $400 $600 $800 50 8.00 12.00 16.00 100 4.00 6.

29 Keys to Fabrication Economy Erection Cost Per Piece Panel Size sq. ft. $400 $600 $ Conclusion: MAKE BIG PANELS!! 29

30 Connections Your Precaster can help you with connections. See CPCI or Producer Technical manuals for details! 30

31 Design Considerations 31

32 Design Considerations Insulated composite is loadbearing 32

33 Design Considerations Consider hoisting early in the design process 33

34 Precast Design Considerations Precast can be installed quickly 34

35 Precast Design Considerations Delivery size considerations 35

36 Precast School Facilities Precast structures are not limited to school buildings: Gymnasium Auditorium Football stadiums Baseball stadiums 36

37 Precast School Facilities Double tees are used under the gymnasium and over this multi-purpose room. 37

38 Precast School Facilities Hollow core floor units are used for the mezzanine area. 38

39 Precast School Facilities Stadium use: Easy to clean Underside available for restrooms and concessions 39

40 Precast School Facilities Long-span double tee roof provides long, clear span 40

41 Precast Attributes Unequalled design freedom Proven initial economy Best value long-term Most any color, texture, or pattern Fire resistance Soundproof Shallow sections / long spans 41

42 Fire Resistance 42

43 Community and Student Involvement 43

44 Summary The key to a successful school project is to seek your precaster s assistance early on in the design process. They will be able to offer you: Technical Advice Economical Solutions 44

45 Questions? This concludes CPCI Continuing Education Systems Program. Thank you for your time! For more information on CPCI:

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Total Precast Concrete Structures 1 This program is registered with CPCI for continuing professional education. CPCI s continuing-education program emphasizes on learning for architects, engineers and