PCI Production Workshop 7: Acceptability of Appearance: The Importance of Samples and Mockups-Production Workshop 7 Webinar Handout

Production Workshop 7 Webinar Handout

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The document is a summary of a production management workshop sponsored by the Architectural Precast Committee. The workshop focused on the acceptability of appearance, specifically regarding samples and mock-ups. The presenters were Steve Kloos from Wells in Albany, MN and Gary Berkhouse from High Concrete Group in Springboro, OH.<br /><br />The workshop was part of a series that also included topics such as following the process, remedial actions, and internal and external communication. The goal of the series was to encourage producers to develop a sampling process that follows PCI's best practices, establishes realistic expectations, and gains written approval for each sample.<br /><br />The presenters discussed strategies to collaborate with customers and produce samples that meet their expectations in terms of color and texture consistency. They emphasized the importance of being a good listener and understanding the architect's desired appearance. They also provided insights into the challenges of transitioning from small samples to full-size production samples and the different processes for shapes, multiple mixes/finishes, and form liners.<br /><br />The workshop concluded with a Q&A session with the presenters. The next workshop in the series was scheduled to cover remedial actions and methods and costs, followed by a workshop on internal and external communication.<br /><br />Overall, the workshop provided valuable information and guidance for producers in managing the acceptability of appearance in architectural precast products.

Keywords

production management workshop

acceptability of appearance

samples and mock-ups

Steve Kloos

Wells

Gary Berkhouse

High Concrete Group

sampling process

color consistency

architectural precast products