Service cores are generally constructed from precast concrete wall elements allowing the simple construction of lift shafts and other service ducts. They are manufactured off-site and then transported and lifted into position. The lifting capacity of the crane is a critical factor in determining the size, shape and configuration of the units.
Advantages
- Shop drawing process eliminates on-site surprises
- Smoother design process
- Faster construction time
- Less weather dependent
- Thermal mass and sustainability benefits
- Simplified and safer construction process
- Less trades on site
- Less exposure to OHS and industrial relations risks
- Less waste
- Less materials handling
- Many surface finishes, shapes and patterns available
- Fire, thermal and acoustic advantages
- Quality product
- Off-site manufacture means high quality
- Durable
- High strength, factory produced, long life precast concrete offers the ultimate outcome with minimal maintenance.
Applications
- Commercial offices including high-rise
- Hotels
- Retail and bulky goods
- Industrial – warehouse and factories
- Car parks
- Railways
- Multi-unit residential
- Airports
- Education
- Correctional facilities
- Health and aged care
- Cinemas and theatres
- Housing
- Special structures (marine, stadia, monuments, etc.)
- Clubs, libraries, churches and community centres.