Precast Concrete Window Sill Detail

Precast concrete shear wall panels are used to provide lateral load resisting system when combined with diaphragm action of the floor construction.

Precast concrete window sill detail. Click details for more information on this product. This section provides information and resources related to design of precast concrete systems as well as integration of precast with other systems. When specifying the length of the window sill we normally allow for at least 75mm seating on each side of the opening so use opening width 150mm as a rule of thumb. Double wall technical manual.

In some cases precast panels are used as formwork for cast in place concrete. An important structural and aesthetic element of any building a precast concrete window sill keeps rainwater away from the window frame and offers support to the window itself. Double wall columns consists of a pair of precast reinforced concrete shells connected by reinforcement. The effectiveness of precast shear walls is largely dependent upon the panel to panel connections.

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Refresh the look of your home building or structure by complementing the doors and windows with nucast s precast concrete door sills and window sills. Our precast molding and window sill prices are lower than many coated styrofoam molding and sills. Precast concrete sills are used below windows ledges and transitions. Trrimstone offers the world s most affordable precast concrete window door trims moldings and window sills.

Designed to suit one or two brick course heights in a normal cavity wall situation our window sills are available in a range of colours and we also offer a bespoke colour match service. Many of our window sill profiles are compatible with our precast concrete and cast stone string course profiles. Straight inside and outside corner pieces are available in most sizes. Our precast concrete trims offer many advantages over foam.

They can also be used as an architectural accents. All of our window sills are manufactured with great attention to detail so you can be sure that you re receiving the highest quality product. They protect the masonry or stucco work and can provide transition between masonry and other exterior finishes. When specifying the length of the window sill we normally allow for at least 75mm seating on each side of the opening so use opening width 150mm as a rule of thumb.

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Many of our window sill profiles are compatible with our precast concrete and cast stone string course profiles.