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CIP vs PreCast. Precast. CIP . M ore integrated and stable structure Safer environment for workers and garage users Long life expectancy Less initial cost: bills paid mostly as work is completed Cracks that expose steel to corrosive agents minimized.
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CIP vsPreCast Precast CIP • More integrated and stable structure • Safer environment for workers and garage users • Long life expectancy • Less initial cost: bills paid mostly as work is completed • Cracks that expose steel to corrosive agents minimized • Pieces held together with caulked and welded joints • Higher insurance cost than CIP projects • Frequent maintenance required • Up to 50% garage cost required before any on-site progress • More structural problems exist : Double Ts, Joints and Cracks
CIP vsPreCast Precast CIP • Less disturbance to thesurrounding area • More flexibility in terms of finishand shape • Plans can be altered as construction progresses • Benefits the local economy, boosting the community and small businesses • Large amount of on-site storage space needed for concrete and equipment