Types of Brace (Prop) Plan
Brace are used for temporarily support precast concrete elements until the permanent fixing are made.1. Single storey (Drop-in) panel propping2. Double storey (Spin-up) panel propping3. Panel higher than double storey propping4. Panel to panel propping5. Edge Propping6. Spandrels propping 1. Single storey panel propping: Single story panel are normally used 2 props a panel. Some […]
Checking the Transportability of Precast Panels – Using the AutoCAD .net API
Checking the Transportability of Panels – Using the AutoCAD .net API It is one thing to build a panel. It is another to ensure that: It can be lifted, and It can be transported to the site. Here is a video demo explaining everything: Can a precast panel be safely transported? from Tek1 on Vimeo. […]
Should you cast in a Reckli Groove in a precast concrete panel?
There are situations where you may prefer to cast in a Reckli groove. If the Reckli is contained within one panel, then you must surely cast it in. However, if the flashing groove runs past several panels, it may be better to saw cut the groove at site.
WPF User Interface for Precast Panel Comparison
This utilises WPF to compare panels, isolate changes and make better decisions. See below for a demonstration: WPF – Eliminating Errors using Cross Checking from Tek1 on Vimeo.
Identifying Duplicate Panel Names (+Video Demo)
Duplicates are a problem – an expensive problem, especially if you are dealing with hundreds and perhaps even over a thousand panels. Somebody cocks up – usually on the client side – but how are you meant to identify it? You could manually do it, but then that will more than likely take a long […]