Crosswall construction: high performance buildings using concrete frames and cladding
Document Status
Withdrawn, Document not available for download
Supplement
Core Supplement
Abstract
Describes the crosswall construction process and details the benefits of using this modern method of construction (MMC). Includes 5 case studies ranging from a mixed-use development scheme in Dublin (speed of construction and labour saving), redevelopment of residential building in Birmingham (Part E performance, sound transmission benefits, cost, quality and value assessments), student accommodation at a University in Bristol (prefabrication, rapid installation of off-site production components), hotel development in Wembley (delivery to tight programme, on time and within budgets) and residential development in Dublin (speed of construction, cost savings, safety and not needing to use scaffolding).
History
Superseded by Offsite concrete construction - a guide to the design and construction of precast concrete in buildings (2019). Ref: TCC/03/26.
ISBN
1904818463
Subjects
- Building structure
- Concrete building systems/frame
- Building systems/frame
- Modular/prefabricated buildings
- Building types
- Housing/residential facilities
Publisher History
The Concrete Centre is the central development organisation for the UK concrete sector and provides material, design and construction guidance. Their aim is to enable all those involved in the design, use and performance of concrete to realise the potential of the material. Funded by 15 major cement and concrete organisations, the Concrete Centre works alongside the British Cement Association, The Concrete Society, and the ready mix and precast concrete industries to ensure an integrated approach from the concrete sector to technical support, research, education, training and information services. The Reinforced Concrete Council and the Ready Mixed Concrete Bureau are now part of The Concrete Centre.
Information
NBS
NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.
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