Precast Solutions - May/June 2008 - (Page 3)

precast M AY / J U N E 2 0 0 8 VO L U M E 6 | N U M B E R 3 solutions A Magazine for Specifiers and Engineers TECHNICAL 4 | SUSTAINABILITY AND PRACTICALITY Precast concrete offers achievable solutions for specifiers and producers. BY SUE MCCRAVEN ON THE COVER: Buffalo, N.Y., has long held a passion for Frank Lloyd Wright architecture. Several buildings in the area were constructed from the famous architect’s plans. Now the city has added yet another Wright original with its rowing boathouse featuring precast concrete. Please turn to page 14 for the story on this remarkable project. Photo courtesy Frank Lloyd Wright Rowing Boathouse Corp ABOVE GROUND 10 | SECURITY BLANKET Precast concrete plays an important role in a major Department of Homeland Security project. BY BRIDGET MCCREA s Precast Solutions (ISSN 1934-4066 print, ISSN 1934-4074 online) is published quarterly by NPCA, the association of the manufactured concrete products industry. Material in this publication may not be reproduced without written permission from NPCA. Requests for permission should be directed to the editor. © Copyright 2008 by NPCA. Publisher: Ty Gable Vice President of Marketing ABOVE GROUND and Communication: Ron Fleming Communication Director: Bob Whitmore Managing Editor: Ron Hyink Associate Editor: Mike Cook Graphic Designer: Christopher Whited Advertising: Brenda C. Ibitz 14 | A FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT TAKES SHAPE Precast panels offer the strength and flexibility for a Frank Lloyd Wright original design in Buffalo. BY DEBORAH R. HUSO NPCA Precast Solutions 10333 N. Meridian St., Suite 272 Indianapolis, IN 46290 (800) 366-7731 TECHNICAL (317) 571-9500 (International) Fax: (317) 571-0041 E-mail: npca@precast.org www.precast.org This publication is designed to provide accurate and authoritative information in regard to the subject matter covered; however, National Precast Concrete Association and Precast Solutions act as mediators without approving, disapproving or guaranteeing the validity or accuracy of any data, claim or opinion appearing herein. Information is provided and disseminated with the understanding that National Precast Concrete Association and Precast Solutions are not engaged in rendering engineering, legal, or any other professional services. If engineering, legal, or other professional assistance is required, the services of a competent professional should be obtained. National Precast Concrete Association and Precast Solutions do not assume and hereby disclaim liability to any person for any loss or damage caused by errors or omissions in the material contained herein, regardless of whether such errors result from negligence, accident, or any other cause whatsoever. 20 | CONCRETE JOINS MENSA “Smart” concrete leads to more intelligent construction. BY GREG STUTZ TECHNICAL 26 | PRECAST LIGHTENS UP With lightweight precast walls, the sky’s the limit. BY MICHAEL CHUSID, RA FCSI MAY/JUNE 2008 | PRECAST SOLUTIONS 3 http://www.precast.org http://www.precast.org

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Precast Solutions - May/June 2008 Contents Sustainability and Practicality Security Blanket A Frank Lloyd Wright Takes Shape Concrete Joins MENSA Precast Lightens Up

Precast Solutions - May/June 2008

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