Fibrebond

Happy Mother's Day From All Of Us At Fibrebond !!

The use of pre-cast concrete construction

Many concrete structures are also prepared in manufacturing plants and then transported to the construction site. These are known as precast concrete construction products and you can see a lot of examples if you observe the construction process of any building closely.

As the name suggests it is prepared by casting concrete in especially prepared mold and is then cured in an environment of controlled temperature and pressure. During this process of curing it is closely watched and monitored by plant employees. There is greater level of quality control with materials used for precast concrete and special care is given while preparing this kind of concrete. As a result these structures are much more durable and better in many ways than normal concrete structures prepared onsite.

Precast concrete is used in Telecom Shelters, Schools, Jails, soundproof walls, security walls, water and sewage pipes, tunnels and storm water storage systems. Precast concrete has been used since roman times for construction.

Due to its ability to withstand extreme weather and temperature conditions precast concrete construction products are widely used in:

• Agriculture: Products include as cattle grid, bunker silos.
• Sanitary and Storm water: Pre-cast concrete construction products include catch basins, manholes and storm water detention vaults.
• Utility structures: Products include hand holes, light pole bases.
• Hazardous material containment.
• Marine products which can encounter the buoyancy of water better than other forms of concrete. Pre-cast concrete construction products include floating docks, underwater structure, railings, decking etc.

Nowadays many firms specialize in precast concrete construction and they cater to markets and clients of all sizes. Firebond is one of such company which is considered a market leader in precast concrete construction. Visit their website and contact them for a quote for pre-cast concrete construction if you are planning to use precast concrete products for construction of your building.

Contact us for pre-cast concrete construction

Constructing schools that last

School construction is a good thing. If your local school is adding classrooms, or a new school is in the process of being built, it only means that education is reaching even more children. But what kind of construction is the right kind?

There are a few things that must be remembered when renovating an existing school building or building a whole new school.

1. How long will the building process last?
   Hammering, drilling and knocking can be extremely disruptive, especially when children are trying to concentrate on their lessons. The building process needs to be as brief as possible to minimize the disruption on the school day.
    
2. During the construction phase, how much noise will there be?
   No matter how little time the process takes, the construction of school buildings, especially renovations to existing structures, needs to be as quiet as possible.
    
3. Are the buildings durable?
   Schools are made to last decades. Some even centuries. Therefore they need to be made using durable materials with sound structural integrity.
    
4. Are they safe?
   Consider how long a child spends in school every day and the types of activities that go on here. Classrooms with multiple computers and electrical wires, science labs with Bunsen burners – these are activities that can lead to higher risks, especially with fire. Schools need to be built with fire ratings all considered.
    
5. Are they good value for money?
   You want your local school to be built from materials that are safe, durable, make for a quick construction time but at the same time, don’t cost the Earth. After all, if costs are lowered on the construction, then that means more money can be assigned to school features like basketball courts, filling libraries with books, plus lower costs means more schools can be built to reach more children.

With all these points in mind, where do you find a construction process that ticks all these boxes? That’s where school construction using precast concrete comes in.

For more about school construction using durable, safe and hard wearing precast concrete, contact Fibrebond today.
 

How is a precast concrete building made?

So what exactly does it mean to build with precast concrete? And what are the benefits of this process? Read on for more information on this fascinating system that was first used by the ancient Romans.

A precast concrete building is one that is made with pieces of concrete that have already been made in applicable shapes for the overall structure of the building. This means that a factory has created molds of the shapes they need, such as large walls or beams, and have poured concrete into these steel molds to make each individual piece.The pieces are then put together to make everything from huge warehouses and mansions, to retaining walls and storm water structures.

The use of precast concrete structures was first used by the ancient Romans, and their many ancient ruins and structures that are still standing have stood the test of time and are a testament to the durability of precasting.

The benefits of precast concrete include:

• There is a level of control over the quality of concrete used: one concrete piece is made to the same standard as the other.
• Less storage space is needed on the construction site as pieces are created off-site.
• The pieces can still be made come rain or shine: the construction of a wall or other structure doesn’t get interrupted by bad weather which can severely disrupt the curing process or casting concrete on site.
• Precast concrete surfaces are smoother and don’t require plastering, lowering costs.
• Building time is decreased since each piece is made exactly to specifications. Less building time means less labor costs and therefore overall costs are decreased.
• Precast concrete is extremely structurally sound.
• Less noise, dust and risks is involved in the entire on-site construction process without the additional task of casting concrete on the building site.
• Precast concrete buildings have amazing acoustics.
• Precast concrete is extremely durable and hard-wearing.
• Buildings made from precast concrete have excellent fire ratings, which means they’re safer than their brick or wooden counterparts.

These are just some of the many benefits of building with precast concrete. Call Fibrebond for precast concrete building today.

Choosing precast concrete construction for schools

School construction is one of the most important investments in current and future generations, but it usually a very long and expensive exercise. When you’re not starting from scratch, matters can be even more complex.

School construction, like most other traditional construction projects, suffers from delays due to bad weather, over spending and a dozen other construction related issues. If school facilities are being expanded, it can be extremely disruptive and poses many safety hazards.

Luckily there is a solution. Precast concrete construction is not a new form of construction by any means but it has for no obvious reason been overlooked as a viable construction method for centuries. This building technique was developed and perfected by the Romans hundreds of years ago and has proven itself over and over again as one of the best forms of construction.

Advantages to precast concrete school construction

• Quality: Precast concrete construction is done with rebuilt modules that fit together like building blocks. Because the sections are made in quality controlled factories, their quality is much higher and more consistent.  Strict control and monitoring of manufacturing means that less materials and water is wasted in the process.

• Time: The prefabricated sections arrive on site, ready to be assembled. This saves a lot of valuable time. Buildings that could take years to build can be erected in weeks.  Erecting these structures is far less sensitive to the weather compared to traditional school construction.

• Disruption: The pace of construction coupled with the fact that there are minimal building materials standing around and that noise is kept to a minimum means that pupils can get on with their work without being constantly disturbed.

• Costs: Precast concrete school construction is a cost effective alternative to traditional construction. It saves money due to fast turnaround times, the fact that concrete requires virtually no maintenance and its insulation qualities which means that buildings don’t have to rely on HVAC systems as heavily.

It’s hard to understand why precast concrete school construction isn’t the default choice especially with projects like school construction. This is the best choice for construction and will serve you and your pupils for many decades to come.

Do you require a construction method which is cost effective and takes minimal time from start to finish? Consider prefabricated concrete school construction. Contact Fibrebond for school constructions