06 Nov New Guidance Note on precast external walls & the NCC
This is an update of a National Precast Guidance Note by the same title which referenced the now superseded 2019 version of the National Construction Code (NCC). Read more. ...
27 Oct New Guidance Note on the Step Joint Size in Precast Panels
National Precast has published a new Guidance Note to clarify the use of stepped (or ship-lapped) joints in precast concrete panels. Read more. ...
21 Sep An important message from our President, Jeff Stratford
As we count down the weeks to our 2023 National Conference in Sydney, I thought I would provide you with an update on a few things that the Board - together with our CEO, Sarah Bachmann - have been doing. NATIONAL PRECAST RELEASES REFRESHED 5 YEAR...
30 Aug Be a Better Precaster 2023
Enjoy three days of learning and fun with precasters and its suppliers, hosted by industry peak body, National Precast. Read more. ...
18 Aug New guide on bracing and propping
A new guide is available from National Precast to assist engineers, builders, and others involved with precast construction, with best practice around the bracing and propping of precast concrete elements during construction. Temporary Bracing and Propping of Precast Concrete Elements is available as a PDF...
12 Aug David Chandler to present at Sydney national conference!
Whether you're a National Precast member or not, you can register to attend our one-day national conference in Sydney on Thursday 25th August at Atura Hotel Blacktown. There's a fantastic lineup of presenters, including NSW Building Commissioner David Chandler. And if you are a member,...
03 May Visit National Precast at DesignBUILD Stand H8
National Precast is proud industry partner of DesignBUILD and you are invited to visit our stand at the exhibition, being held at the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre from 10-12 May. The event will provide a platform unlike any other, for our nation's built environment...
29 Apr 2022 Excellence in Precast Concrete Awards
We are excited to announce the official opening of the National Precast 2022 Excellence in Precast Awards.In its inaugural year, the biennial Excellence in Precast Awards will recognise and promote the many contributions that National Precast member companies, their projects and individuals make to the...
23 Mar FREE TechTalk Webinar: AS 3850: Prefabricated concrete elements
Look forward to a free presentation from BD-066 committee members Simon Hughes (Precast Concepts), Rod Mackay Sim (Hillside Engineering), and Steve Roach (ACTU rep). This TechTalk Webinar will cover a broader overview of the AS 3850: Prefabricated concrete elements series, including AS 3850.3: Prefabricated concrete elements...
06 Dec National Precast’s latest feature in Waste & Water Management
National Precast's Master Precasters have been featured in a recent snapshot article published in Waste & Water Management, alongside an intro to the associations new Online Learning courses, and technical course on precast grouted joints. Click here to view the November/December 2021 issue....