Sustainability is an increasingly important design consideration for infrastructure, commercial, and multifamily construction. Choosing long-lasting, efficient, and sustainably produced building materials can reduce the environmental impact of a construction project.
County Prestress & Precast's Hollowcore is an environmentally sound building material that supports sustainable building initiatives.
Material Sourcing & Concrete Production
Prestressed concrete is a sustainable building material made from abundant natural resources that are responsibly excavated. County Prestess & Precast sources aggregate from quarries located near its production facilities, limiting the carbon emissions released from transportation vehicles.
Construction Process
Manufactured to the specifications of each project, hollowcore plank production reduces waste on construction sites. Components arrive on site ready for installation, resulting in cleaner, more accessible staging areas that preserve the natural landscape. Once installed, prestressed concrete planks serve as an instant stable work deck and eliminate the need for additional equipment, further reducing site impact. Additionally, the accelerated construction timeline of projects built with hollowcore reduces fossil fuel consumption during the construction process.
Service Life & Operating Costs
The unmatched durability of hollowcore extends the service life of structures, leading to less frequent demolition and replacement. When structures built with hollowcore reach the end of their service life, the concrete construction materials can be recycled and repurposed. Finally, the enhanced thermal performance of hollowcore improves the energy efficiency of structures, lowering fossil fuel usage during the service life of the building.
County Prestess & Precast is committed to manufacturing sustainable structural and architectural prestressed concrete products for long-lasting applications. Use hollowcore to achieve your sustainable building goals by contacting our Customer Service Team at (708) 562-7700.
