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National Precast provides a wide range of services for members, and those wishing to learn more about this industry.
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PUBLICATIONS
National Precast has a wide range of publications available (for sale or as free downloadable pdfs), including the Precast Concrete Handbook and National Precaster.
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PRECAST CONCRETE HANDBOOK
The Precast Concrete Handbook is the definitive Australian text covering design, manufacture and installation of precast reinforced and prestressed concrete.
The second version (2009) is available in hard copy or disk. Member prices are available to Concrete Institute and National Precast Members. Student discounted prices apply.
Click here for more information about the Handbook abd to order your copy.
NATIONAL PRECASTER
Numbers 63 February 2012 (current)
In this issue we look at:
President's report, Leo Valente
Flagship hospital for WA
At $2 billion, Perth's state-of-the-art Fiona Stanley Hospital is Western Australia's largest ever building infrastructure development.
Shop 'til you drop
With shoppers abuzz about the impending arrival of international discount retailing giant Costco, the race to construct its massive Sydney outlet and corporate headquarters was on.
Roll out the barrels
Strict thermal performance requirements and the need to seamlessly complement the new building with the old made precast the natural choice for the extension of this Tassie winery and function centre.
Small House wins World Best House at World Architecture Festival Awards 2011
'Project demonstrated commitment and excellence on many levels'. Refer Precaster 59 February 2011 for article.
New bridge faithfully replicates art deco era
Innisfail in North Queensland is famed for its architectural buildings and structures. Its CBD has Australia's largest concentration of art deco buildings, featuring examples of Spanish, Sicilian, Moroccan, Italian and Anglo Saxon art deco design facades.
Precast winners in National Architecture Awards
Topping the list of award winners in the prestigious 2011 National Architecture Awards was the Australian War Memorial Eastern Precinct in the ACT. Also a winner was AAMI Park in Melbourne which took out the National Award for Public Architecture.
Erection design engineering crucial to safety: Bracing
Issue 62 of National Precaster outlined the role of the Erection Design Engineer in relation to lifting. Another high-value, high-risk and necessary task under the responsibility of the Erection Design Engineer is the temporary bracing of precast elements after site erection, while awaiting incorporation into the finished structure.
Click here to view National Precaster 63
Number 62 November 2011 (previous)
In this issue we look at:
Principal's glory
The Kerrie Murphy Building, a new five level primary school building commissioned by International Grammar School in Ultimo Sydney, is a classic example of the beauty, practicality and efficiency of a total precast structure.
On your marks
Gold Coast AFL fans have enjoyed a season of home game luxury with the 25,000-seat Metricon Stadium at Carrara open for business.
Taking the floor
A new, low-rise development in Newington, Sydney, within a stone's throw of the Sydney Olympic Park facilities, is a showcase for sustainable post-20th century lifestyle development.
Water works
Striking architectural design and meticulous detailing and finishes are not qualities you'd normally associate with a waste water plant - but the recent refurbishment of Adelaide's Christie's Beach Waste Water Treatment Plant features all this - and more.
Erection design engineering crucial to safety
Two recent incidents involving the installation of precast and tilt-up wall panels have put the spotlight on lifting systems and QA procedures.
Click here to view National Precaster 62
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PRECAST FOR ENGINEERING GRADUATES + STUDENTS SEMINARS
This is a full day engineering seminar aimed at educating engineering graduates and students on manufacturing, transport and design of precast concrete.
As part of the manufacturing, transport and erection module you will experience a precast concrete manufacturing plant in action.
To view 2012 Seminar information or to register click here.
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EVENTS AND AWARDS
National Precast supports and exhibits at DesignBuild and ICCX events across Australia and overseas and promotes Awards in engineering, design and sustainability in the building industry.
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