PCI Summer Series - How Precast Builds: PCI Architectural Certification Program-PCI Summer Series Architectural Certification Webinar

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The video is a webinar presentation on how precast builds PCI architectural certification. The presenter, Randy Wilson, discusses the new Architectural Precast Certification Program, which is a collaboration of architectural precasters around the country. The program aims to align designer expectations with the production capabilities of precast plants. The program includes four categories: AA, AB, AC, and AD, which vary in complexity and tolerances. Wilson explains that the new certification program maintains a high level of quality, inspection, and performance for all categories. He emphasizes the importance of safety, durability, and certified quality products in the construction industry. Wilson also discusses the role of the PCI in providing technical knowledge and developing standards for precast concrete. He highlights the benefits of certification, such as assuring what is designed is what is built, pre-qualifying bidders, reducing designer risks, and ensuring worker and public safety. Wilson provides examples of projects in each category, showcasing the versatility and complexity of precast concrete. He emphasizes the need for designers to collaborate with precast producers and select the appropriate category based on the project's requirements. Wilson also mentions the availability of resources on the PCI website, including the supplemental requirements document and a FAQ page. The webinar is part of the PCI webinar series and was moderated by Royce Duffington, Manager of Member Services at PCI.

Keywords

precast builds

PCI architectural certification

Architectural Precast Certification Program

designer expectations

categories: AA, AB, AC, AD

safety and durability

certified quality products

collaboration with precast producers

PCI webinar series