Design Assist & Architectural Precast Case Studies-02-25-2021 Design Assist Webinar

02-25-2021 Design Assist Webinar - Slides

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The document is a summary of a webinar hosted by the Regional Chapters of the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute and sponsored by Georgia/Carolinas PCI and Gate Precast Company. The webinar focuses on design assistance with architectural precast case studies.<br /><br />The webinar covers various topics related to architectural precast design, including the benefits of design assist, the use of building information modeling (BIM), and the savings in construction schedules through collaboration and vertical integration.<br /><br />The presenters discuss several case studies of architectural precast projects, including the Perot Museum of Nature and Science in Dallas, TX, the Domino Sugar Factory in Brooklyn, NY, and a residential project in Ridgeland, MS. These case studies highlight the use of BIM, the design assist process, and the time and cost savings achieved through off-site manufacturing and modular construction techniques.<br /><br />The presenters also discuss the benefits of precast systems, such as energy efficiency, water resistance, and cost-effectiveness. They highlight the use of innovative technologies, such as 3D printing, in the design and production of precast elements.<br /><br />Overall, the webinar emphasizes the importance of collaboration, digital tools, and efficient construction methods in achieving successful architectural precast projects.

Keywords

webinar

architectural precast

design assist

building information modeling

construction schedules

collaboration

case studies

off-site manufacturing

energy efficiency

3D printing