INNOV8

Innovative Concrete Building Solutions for Sustainable Design and Construction

1.0 Learning Units, HSW

Through technological advancements in architectural precast concrete systems including modeling, modular forming, 3D printing, finishing techniques, unitization, and safety, attendees will learn how to address unique design challenges. Through these innovative approaches, efficient building designs can meet sustainability goals. Architects and engineers in pursuit of healthier construction materials can utilize the material transparency provided by product declarations to analyze material options used in precast concrete prefabricated systems to make informed building material choices that have a positive impact on our environment.

OBJECTIVES:

1. Discover how concrete prefabricated building solutions are being used to meet unique design challenges. Understand how to realize design goals by utilizing advanced forming and finishing techniques.
2. Learn about the recent advancements in architectural precast technology and discover how research into cutting-edge materials and methods for carbon reduction can help designers make informed decisions in building product selection.
3. Learn about thinner, lightweight unitized systems that use 70% less concrete than traditional construction and expand the pallet of options for design teams.
4. Illustrated through a range of project case studies, see how the prefabrication of unitized façade systems helped project teams obtain their design goals while maintaining budgets.

To schedule INNOV8, contact Beverly Ross. (251) 743-5445 or learn@gateprecast.com