The Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (PCI) is a registered provider for AIA's continuing education, offering programs that emphasize the benefits of precast components, such as cost-efficiency, aesthetic versatility, and safety. The document discusses the advantages of precast concrete in structured parking, highlighting features like fast construction, durability, and economic value through integrated design methods. It concludes with insights on maintenance, design considerations, and the importance of quality control in precast concrete production.

2. “ Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute” (PCI) is a Registered Provider with The American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to CES Records for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for non-AIA members are available on request. This program is registered with the AIA/CES for continuing professional education. As such, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling, using, distributing, or dealing in any material or product. Questions related to specific materials, methods, and services will be addressed at the conclusion of this presentation.

3. Advantages of Precast Components Integrated Design Approach Component Options Aesthetic Choices Maintenance & Durability SOLUTION OF CHOICE

4. Advantages of Precast Components

5. Why Choose STRUCTURED PARKING? The cost of land and paving is MORE Structured parking eliminates COSTLY RUNOFF Lower annual maintenance Maximize a site’s development and reduce the NEED to develop everywhere. Structured parking provides safe parking with added protection ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS

6. Structural Flexibility High Quality Aesthetic Versatility Safety & Security Fast, All-Weather Erection Economic Value ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS

7. Long Clear Spans Reduce the Number of Columns Saving Time and Material Costs Highly Adaptive Easy to Erect ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Structural Flexibility

8. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Cast off-site under factory-controlled conditions audited by PCI. High Quality

9. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Speedy Construction Close Tolerances Strict Quality Control High Durability High Quality

10. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Blend with an Existing Neighborhood Decorative Designs Reduces the Structure’s mass Attractive Community-Friendly Look. Aesthetic Versatility

11. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Safety & Security Clear Spans Light, Bright Interiors Easier to Understand and Navigate.

12. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Safety & Security Light Walls

13. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Safety & Security Bright Beacons of Light Marketing Image Enhancing Security

14. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Fast, All-Weather Construction Speeding Up Construction Reducing On-Site Labor

15. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Fast, All-Weather Construction Factory-Controlled Tight Tolerances Minimizing Adaptations

16. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Fast, All-Weather Construction Minimal Disruptions Eliminate Much of the Cushion Time

17. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Low-Cost Aesthetic Design Fast Speed to Market Light Bright Interiors Durability Long Life-Cycle Economic Value

18. ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Economic Value Faster Construction Speed Generating Revenues Faster

19. Reducing Maintenance Costs Attractive Appearance Structural Integrity Cost-Efficient Design ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST COMPONENTS Economic Value

20. Integrated Design Approach

21. INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Design Considerations Construction Budgeting Structural Integrity Durability Aesthetic Appeal Superior, Low-cost Maintenance Experienced Work Force Single-source Provider

22. Performance Characteristics Durability Requirements Life-Cycle Needs Cost Parameters Site Alignment Impact on Traffic Flow Access Drainage Signage INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Design Considerations

24. INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Design Considerations Bottom-Line Benefits Smoother Problem-Solving Better Constructability

25. INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Design Considerations Integrated Design Approach Guaranteed Maximum Price Careful Cost Monitoring Profitability of the Project

26. Extensive Experience Establishing Budgets INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Construction Budgeting

27. Best Span Lengths Support Spacing Column Design Ramp Locations Design INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Structural Integrity

28. INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Structural Integrity Frame Analysis Seismic Considerations Safety Concerns Meet Fire Codes Exceptional Concrete Cover Natural Fire Resistance

29. INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Durability High Performance Concrete Safeguards Against Corrosion Enhances Service Life

30. Columns Beams Double Tees Spandrels Other Components Consistency Tolerances Deadlines INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH Single-source Provider

31. INTEGRATED DESIGN APPROACH EXPANDING THE FRONTIER OF CONCRETE THROUGH TECHNOLOGY

32. SELF COMPACTING CONCRETE

33. vs. SELF COMPACTING CONCRETE SLUMP TEST TRADITIONAL MIX SPREAD TEST SELF-COMPACTING CONCRETE

34. IMPROVES SURFACE FINISH VIRTUALLY ELIMINATES BUG HOLES

35. Component Options

36. Unique Construction Elements COMPONENT OPTIONS

37. COMPONENT OPTIONS Modularized Fast Construction

38. COMPONENT OPTIONS Aesthetics Structural Durability Smooth Circulation Reassurance of Strong Security and Safety

39. COMPONENT OPTIONS Key Components Replicated Many Times Same Forms Reducing Fabrication Costs Speeding Connections Casting of Components

40. Simple to Create Elegant in Appearance COMPONENT OPTIONS A Simple System That Brings Imagination to Life

41. COMPONENT OPTIONS Columns (highlighted in yellow)

42. COMPONENT OPTIONS

43. COMPONENT OPTIONS Beams

44. COMPONENT OPTIONS

45. COMPONENT OPTIONS Spandrels

46. COMPONENT OPTIONS

47. Repeatedly casting similar and standard pieces eliminates the need for new forms, reducing casting time and saving expense. COMPONENT OPTIONS Double Tees

48. COMPONENT OPTIONS

49. Aesthetic Choices

50. AESTHETIC CHOICES Brick Faced Panels

51. AESTHETIC CHOICES Form Liners Mortar Joint

52. AESTHETIC CHOICES Erected Quickly

53. WEEK 1

54. WEEK 2

55. WEEK 3

56. WEEK 4

57. WEEK 5

58. FINAL PHOTOS

59. AESTHETIC CHOICES Amenities Level

60. AESTHETIC CHOICES Amenities Level

61. Precast Connects Easily To Any Structure

62. AESTHETIC CHOICES Two Connections

63. AESTHETIC CHOICES Ease of Designing

64. AESTHETIC CHOICES Wealth of Literature From Coreslab & PCI

65. Proven Initial Economy

66. AESTHETIC CHOICES Economy

67. Best Value – Long Term

68. AESTHETIC CHOICES Virtually Maintenance Free

69.  Repetition  Piece Size Keys To Fabrication Economy

70. AESTHETIC CHOICES Efficiency

72. AESTHETIC CHOICES Piece Repetition

73. AESTHETIC CHOICES Large Pieces

74. How Panel Size Effects Installation Costs In $/SF CONCLUSION: MAKE BIG PANELS!! PANEL SIZE (SF) ERECTION COST PER PIECE $1,000 50 SF 200 SF 400 SF $20.00 / SF $5.00 / SF $2.50 / SF

75. AESTHETIC CHOICES Not Too Large

76. Maintenance & Durability

77. MAINTENANCE & DURABILITY Design Phase Pleasing Appearance Low Cost Maintenance

78. MAINTENANCE & DURABILITY Durability Quality Control Planning

79. MAINTENANCE & DURABILITY PCI-Certified Plant Superior in Strength Durability

82. This concludes the American Institute of Architects Continuing Education Systems Program.