The use of hybrid concrete construction encourages design and construction decisions to be resolved at design stage. BuildabilityĪs precast and cast in-situ concrete are used where most appropriate, construction becomes relatively simple and logical. For example, the thermal mass of concrete can moderate energy demands in cooling and heating buildings. The use of concrete has additional benefits in assessing whole-life costs, a factor important to owner-occupiers and PFI operators. Hybrid concrete construction is able to offer greater speed, quality and overall economy on a project.
Benefits of using Hybrid Concrete Construction CostĪlthough the structural frame of a building represents only 10 per cent of the total construction cost, the choice of material for the frame has dramatic consequences for subsequent processes. The client is given better value and the contractor benefits from increased off-site component manufacture, safe and faster construction and consistent performance.
Hybrid concrete construction produces simple, buildable and competitive structures. The accuracy, speed and high-quality finish of precast components can be combined with the economy and flexibility of cast in-situ concrete.
Hybrid concrete construction is a method of construction which integrates precast concrete and cast in-situ concrete to make best advantage of their different inherent qualities.
