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Description
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Because precast concrete is more easily controlled, the quality and durability is typically much better than cast-in-place concrete. A precast manufacturer is also more likely to receive greater discounts on materials due to the volume of purchases that can be made for multiple projects at a time.
The concept of precast (also known as “prefabricated”) construction includes those buildings where the majority of structural components are standardized and produced in plants in a location away from the building, and then transported to the site for assembly.
Standard concrete pipe sizes are 18, 15, 12, 10, and 8 inches. The size of a concrete pipe is determined by its diameter. ASTM C76 is a standard for reinforced and non-reinforced concrete pipes.
Precast concrete is a construction product produced by casting concrete in a reusable mold or "form" which is then cured in a controlled environment, transported to the construction site and maneuvered into place; examples include precast beams, and wall panels, floors, roofs, and piles.
