“Discover High Performance Precast”
1 AIA LU | HSW Available

In recent years, there has been a drive toward high performance structures. Owners, occupants and communities expect the structures they inhabit to be comfortable, efficient, sustainable and durable. High performance design encompasses all of these elements and more. This presentation will explain what high performance structures are, and how precast concrete can help achieve your high performance project goals. The presentation also covers the basics of precast concrete, its applications, finishes, etc.

Learning Objectives:

• Define what high performance structures are and explain how these structures provide benefits such as increased health and wellbeing for the end user/client.

• Discuss the user advantages and long-term physical and economic benefits of high performance design for improved safety, comfort, and indoor environmental quality.

• Attendees will be able to explain the concept of resiliency and identify why it is important to the health, safety and welfare of the general public.

• Attendees will learn how high performance building envelopes provide durability and multi-hazard protection for the public over a long life span.