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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

A. Form release agents ease formwork removal, extending the useful life of a form and improving the smoothness and texture of concrete surfaces. Two main types

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Suite of Codes The American Concrete Institute offers dozens of codes that help design professionals create quality concrete projects around the world. Covering topics such as structural concrete …

The concluding chapter on formwork for special methods of construction includes slipforming, preplaced-aggregate concrete, tremie concrete, precast concrete, and

This guide presents recommendations for precast concrete wall panels. It should be used with ACI 318-08, “Building Code Requirements for Structural Reinforced C

This guide presents information that expands on the provisions of ACI 318 applied to the design of site-cast precast, or tilt-up, concrete panels, and provides a comprehensive procedure for the design of …