Recommended Practice for Embedded Clay Thin Brick-Recommended Practice for Embedded Clay Thin Brick in Precast Concrete Webinar #3

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The PCI webinar, hosted by Nicole Clout, focused on the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute's Recommended Practice for Embedded Clay Thin Brick and Precast Concrete. The session aimed to educate participants on the successful specification and production of thin brick embedded in precast concrete components. Key topics included the necessity for architects and designers to understand product evaluation and selection, the thin brick production process, and the precast concrete production stages to ensure durability and structural integrity. Emphasis was placed on the importance of color and texture selection, quality control, and sampling to avoid common issues such as inconsistent appearance and production delays.<br /><br />The instructor, Randy Wilson, highlighted the critical role of communication and documentation throughout the project to prevent potential issues. The presentation also included practical solutions for challenges like misalignment and damage of thin bricks within the precast panels. Further, PCI's certification standards and their application to Canadian precast manufacturers were discussed, with Wilson highlighting the collaborative role of PCI and the essential nature of their certification for quality assurance in precast production.<br /><br />Additionally, the webinar addressed specific procedural queries related to sampling, testing, and ordering thin bricks and reiterated the necessity for ongoing collaboration with form liner and brick manufacturers to ensure adherence to specified tolerances and performance expectations. The session encouraged architects to utilize local producers and distributors for effective project management and emphasized PCI's function as a technical authority supporting the industry.

Keywords

Precast Concrete

Thin Brick

PCI Webinar

Architects

Quality Control

Production Process

Structural Integrity

Certification Standards

Communication

Sampling

Project Management

Technical Authority