Total Precast Concrete K-12 School Case Studies-K-12 School Case Studies Handout

K-12 School Case Studies Handout

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This document is a summary of a presentation on the benefits and case studies of total precast concrete K-12 school buildings. The presentation covers various topics, including the speed of construction, cost-effectiveness, aesthetic versatility, durability, and energy efficiency of total precast concrete buildings. The document includes case studies of specific schools that highlight the durability, low maintenance, and aesthetic possibilities of precast concrete. The benefits of using precast concrete in school construction include its ability to withstand fire, storms, and earthquakes, as well as its energy efficiency and potential cost savings. The document also emphasizes the sustainability and resiliency aspects of precast concrete and its ability to meet increasing energy code requirements. The use of precast concrete in school construction offers advantages such as faster construction schedules, minimal site disturbance, and flexibility to meet changing needs. The document also discusses energy conservation and the role of precast concrete in achieving sustainability and resiliency. It includes information on insulation, thermal mass, and vapor transmission in precast wall panels, as well as thermal imaging survey results comparing the energy efficiency of precast walls to other wall systems. The document concludes with case studies on the cost savings of using precast concrete in multi-story school buildings and offers general guidelines for system selection in school construction projects.

Keywords

total precast concrete

K-12 school buildings

speed of construction

cost-effectiveness

durability

energy efficiency

case studies

sustainability

resiliency

cost savings