ACI 533R-11 Guide to Precast Concrete Walls and Panels Architectural precast panel use has increased because of the nature of concrete as a material and the fact that prefabricated components add to construction eficiency By exposing decorative aggregates, using veneer facing materials, and by varying sizes, shapes, and textures of panels, the engineer architect can respond creatively to client
American Concrete Institute And PCI Announce Release Of New Joint . . . About the Precast Prestressed Concrete Institute: PCI is a technical institute and trade association representing the precast concrete industry PCI’s mission is to develop, maintain, and disseminate knowledge for the design, fabrication, and erection of precast concrete structures, supporting innovation and best practices
CODE-319-25: Structural Precast Concrete—Code Requirements and . . . The “Structural Precast Concrete—Code Requirements and Commentary” (“Code”) provides minimum requirements for the materials, design, and detailing of structural precast concrete buildings and, where applicable, nonbuilding structures
Design Guide for Connections in Precast Jointed Systems The proper detailing and design of precast concrete connections are essential to the performance of a precast concrete structure This guide provides information on design, detailing, and construc-tion of connections between precast members in jointed systems, including moment frame and structural wall systems
Guide to Design, Manufacture, and Installation of Concrete Piles Some concrete piles (precast piles) are cast in a plant before driving, which allows controlled inspection of all phases of manufacture Other piles are cast-in-place (CIP), a term used in this report to designate piles made of concrete placed into a previously-driven, enclosed container
Suite of Codes - American Concrete Institute The American Concrete Institute offers a comprehensive suite of codes that support design professionals in delivering high-quality concrete projects around the world From structural design and concrete repair to precast, seismic analysis, and residential concrete, ACI Codes cover a wide range of topics Each code is developed through a rigorous consensus process that has produced dependable
ACI 117-10 Specification for Tolerances for Concrete Construction and . . . Keywords: architectural concrete; concrete; construction; drilled piers; formwork; foundation; mass concrete; pier; precast concrete; prestressed concrete; reinforced concrete; reinforcement; specification; splice; tilt-up concrete; tolerances
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