Architectural precast panel use has increased because of the nature of concrete as a material and the fact that prefabricated components add to construction eficiency. By exposing decorative …

The “Structural Precast Concrete—Code Requirements and Commentary” (“Code”) provides minimum requirements for the materials, design, and detailing of structural precast concrete …

Apr 2, 2025 · About the Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute: PCI is a technical institute and trade association representing the precast concrete industry. PCI’s mission is to develop, …

The proper detailing and design of precast concrete connections are essential to the performance of a precast concrete structure. This guide provides information on design, detailing, and …

Some concrete piles (precast piles) are cast in a plant before driving, which allows controlled inspection of all phases of manufacture. Other piles are cast-in-place (CIP), a term used in this …

Keywords: architectural concrete; concrete; construction; drilled piers; formwork; foundation; mass concrete; pier; precast concrete; prestressed concrete; reinforced concrete; reinforcement; …

Considerations specific to architectural concrete are also outlined in a separate chapter. Other sections are devoted to formwork for bridges, shells, mass concrete, and underground work. …

Suite of Codes The American Concrete Institute offers dozens of codes that help design professionals create quality concrete projects around the world. Covering topics such as …

Precast concrete, tremie concrete, auger-cast concrete/grout, shotcrete, pavers, and masonry units are not included in the scope of the Code. This is the first edition of the Code and the …

The committee in JCI, TC183A “Technical Committee on Design Concept for Precast and Prestressed Concrete Structural Components including Connections” chair Dr. Tomohiro Miki, …