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precast J U LY / A U G U S T 2 0 0 8 VO L U M E 6 | N U M B E R 4 solutions A Magazine for Specifiers and Engineers ON THE COVER: The precast concrete facade on the Robert E. Coyle U.S. Courthouse in Fresno, Calif., takes advantage of light and shadow in its design plus a little manufacturing trickery to avoid perceived repetitive patterns. Please turn to page 16 for the details. Photo by Tim Griffith Photography 4 | WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT UHPC Ultra high-performance concrete offers untapped potential for the U.S. precast market. BY THERESA (TESS) M. AHLBORN, PH.D., P.E. s 10 | A WINNING HAND Precast concrete is a safe bet for Michigan casino developers. BY BRIDGET MCCREA 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 and Communication: Ron Fleming Communication Director: Bob Whitmore 16 | FRESNO FEDERAL Precast architectural panels create an intriguing, one-of-a-kind facade to exacting building standards in California. BY DEBORAH R. HUSO Managing Editor: Ron Hyink Associate Editor: Mike Cook Graphic Designer: Christopher Whited Advertising: Brenda C. Ibitz NPCA Precast Solutions 10333 N. Meridian St., Suite 272 Indianapolis, IN 46290 (800) 366-7731 (317) 571-9500 (International) 22 | EXPANDING U.S. WIND POWER Precast concrete supports the weight of renewable energy. BY SUE MCCRAVEN Fax: (317) 571-0041 E-mail: npca@precast.org www.precastsolutions.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. 30 | PRECAST CONCRETE PIPE Preserving our groundwater BY NPCA STAFF JULY/AUGUST 2008 | PRECAST SOLUTIONS 3 http://www.precastsolutions.org

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