Natural disasters such as floods, wildfires, and hurricanes can wreak havoc on a community, destroying critical infrastructure and commercial and residential buildings. However, buildings that are designed with disaster resilience in mind can withstand some disasters with less damage than traditional structures and return to service faster.
To improve the likelihood of a structure surviving a natural disaster, designers look for building materials with a proven ability to withstand harsh environmental conditions. County Prestress & Precast manufactures, delivers, and installs high-precision precast concrete elevator and stair shaft components that offer many advantages for buildings in disaster-prone areas.
These six-inch thick precast concrete shafts can be installed up to 6 stories tall and are an ideal solution for mid-rise commercial and multifamily residential buildings. The inherent strength and weight of concrete makes these elevator shafts resilient in the face of natural disasters that bring high winds or fast-moving waters.
Fires are another type of disaster that should be considered when designing for disaster resilience. Choosing building assemblies with high fire ratings can enhance occupant safety and reduce property damage in the event of a fire.
Because concrete is non-combustible, it is an attractive material for fire rated walls. County Prestress & Precast’s precast shafts earn a two-hour fire rating. High fire ratings are important for stair shafts because they are critical egress routes for building occupants and ingress routes for first responders.
Use County Prestress & Precast’s elevator and stair shafts for your next project by contacting our Customer Service Team at (352) 275-4605.
