When we talk about energy efficiency, we first have to understand some basic definitions Energy efficiency of building materials is determined by how it handles heat, how heat transfers through materials and how well materials hold or store heat. Remember, heat always moves from warm to cold, so during the summer, if the outside temperature [...]

We are erecting 128 buildings out of precast elements consisting mainly of load-bearing walls (no columns) and hollow-core slabs. Specifications say all embedded items in precast elements should be stainless steel. The precast manufacturer says that SS for lifting sockets is not required since the sockets will be used for lifting only and therefore need [...]

Applications
Hollow core is available from CPCI members all across Canada. Hollow core slabs can be used for most applications requiring a floor or roof system. Schools, office buildings, condominiums, hotels, senior citizen’s apartments, commercial buildings, residential dwellings, houses of worship, nursing homes and educational facilities are all ideal applications. For hotels, motels and apartments the [...]

STRESCORE HOLLOWCORE PROVIDES THESE ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES

ALL WEATHER CONSTRUCTION
StresCore hollowcore slabs can be placed on the job under inclement weather conditions. They are Precast, cured and cut to required lengths at the manufacturing plant where Quality Control can be most effectively exercised. With due precaution, grouting can be carried out even in low temperature.
WORK DECKS
Immediately after [...]

Hollow Core Slab, solution for light weight
Precast prestressed concrete enjoys wide use in all types of residential structures; particularly multiple units where the repetitive use of standard components manufactured in a factory can be fully utilized.
The significant benefits of superior fire resistance, sound control, durability and low maintenance, owners and designers alike recognize rapid construction [...]

STRESCORE HOLLOWCORE PROVIDES THESE ADDITIONAL ADVANTAGES
ALL WEATHER CONSTRUCTION
StresCore hollowcore slabs can be placed on the job under inclement weather conditions. They are Precast, cured and cut to required lengths at the manufacturing plant where Quality Control can be most effectively exercised. With due precaution, grouting can be carried out even in low temperature.
WORK DECKS
Immediately after erection, a working [...]