Prefabrication and modular construction are often used interchangeably even though they do differ. Prefabrication refers to making components or assemblies in another location such as a manufacturing facility and delivering them to the job site. An example would be a precast wall panel or utility vault. Modular structures are a type of prefabricated product where multiple components are preassembled away from the job site. An example would be a small precast building or a utility vault pre-fitted with piping, meters and valves. One thing prefabrication and modular construction have in common is that they can save time, save money and enhance product quality and job site safety. That’s why these strategies are gaining popularity on projects around the world.
By its nature, precast concrete products are prefabricated. They can also be used in modular applications to provide further time savings and less disruptions on the job site. During this webinar, part of NPCA’s Specifier series, we will show numerous examples where precast concrete structures were used above and below ground to enhance job site efficiency and provide value for the owner. We will spotlight unique applications of precast modular structures and the benefits they offer.
Date: Nov. 7, noon–1:30 p.m. ET
Presenter: Brad Chinery, P.E.
