Why Does Concrete Cure, Not Dry?
Concrete is everywhere. From sidewalks and parking garages to bridges and stadiums, it’s one of the most widely used construction materials in the world. But there’s one big misconception many people have about it: that concrete “dries” to become hard. In reality, concrete doesn’t dry. It cures. And understanding the difference is essential for building
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Precast vs. Cast-in-Place Concrete: Which One is Right for Your Project?
When planning a construction project, choosing the right concrete method is critical for ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and long-term durability. Two of the most common methods used in modern construction are precast concrete and cast-in-place concrete. Each has distinct advantages and disadvantages depending on your project’s specific requirements, timeline, and budget. Let’s compare the two to
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Prestressed Concrete Acquires Stress-Cast
We are thrilled to announce that on August 1, 2024, Prestressed Concrete Construction of Newton, Kansas, acquired Stress-Cast, Inc. of Assaria, Kansas, and its subsidiary, Dynamold. We are excited to welcome the Stress-Cast and Dynamold teams into the Prestressed family. Together, we will continue to build on the integrity and customer service legacy that has
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Prestressed Concrete Construction Welcomes New Vice President/General Manager
We are thrilled to welcome the latest addition to the Prestressed Concrete family, Brian Curtis, who is stepping into the role of Vice President/General Manager. With an impressive background and extensive experience in the precast industry, we are confident that Brian will lead the company to unprecedented heights. A Journey of Expertise and Experience Brian’s
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Why Use Prestressed Concrete for Your Parking Garage Project?
Ever drive along the ground level of a parking garage and think about just how much weight is above you? Ever wonder what’s holding it all up? Sure there are those giant pillars on the sides and in the middle. But there’s a lot of concrete going on between them with seemingly nothing supporting it.
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What Kind of Projects are Prestressed Concrete Slabs Typically Used For?
Using prestressed concrete is a great way of ensuring strength, durability, and longevity of your building project. But it’s not always necessary. Certain types of projects are better candidates for prestressed concrete than others. Prestressed concrete is more often used in long-spanning projects with wide open spaces, such as: Bridges Parking garages Tall buildings Gymnasiums
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Prestressed Concrete vs. Reinforced Concrete
Prestressing and reinforcing are two of the main ways of ensuring concrete’s durability and longevity. And while both provide extra levels of protection and strength, they do so in distinctly different ways. How does compression work with prestressed concrete? With prestressed concrete, initial compression is applied to the concrete before ever being exposed to an
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How to Limit Concrete Cracks with Prestressed Concrete
No matter how much wishing and hoping we do, one unfortunate fact of life is this: concrete cracks. It’s a shame, really. Cracks are bad for a variety of reasons, such as the threat of moisture seeping in and reduced strength. Plus, it just looks bad. Fortunately, there are ways to limit this pesky truth, and one
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Precast Concrete Joins the Productions Lineup
Rob Newsom is leading PCC’s precast concrete team to new heights. His ability to streamline production brings high levels of efficiency to our precast division. With the implementation of Lean Construction practices, we are able to offer precast building components that exceed project owner expectations. “Rob is a champion for safety and continuous improvement. Not
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