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STORM RESISTANT - Texas Tech University's Wind Science and Engineering Research Center. The precast concrete sandwich panel system is deemed suitable for construction of above ground tornado shelters consistent with the FEMA 320 guidelines.
30% More Energy Efficient - Department of Energy, An Energy Star Partner
The manufacturer of the precast concrete sandwich panel is an Energy Star Partner.
A house must be at least 30% more energy-efficient than model code in order to qualify as an EPA Energy Star home. This equates to a minimum HERS score of 86.
50% Energy Efficient Target - Building America - Industrialized Housing Partnership - U.S. Department of Energy - The manufacturer of the precast concrete sandwich panel is a team member of this program that strives to build homes that are at least 50% more energy-efficient than current model code and is partnering with the Florida Solar Energy Center and the Portland Cement Association in this effort.
A Member of Government Research(DCCA) - Energy Wise Homes of Illinois, The manufacturer of the precast concrete sandwich panel, is a participant in the Energy Wise Homes of Illinois Program. They have worked with both the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs and the University of Illinois at Chicago Energy Resources Center to design, build and monitor energy-efficient concrete homes.
The 2002 Winner of the Environmental Product Award - The manufacturer of the precast concrete sandwich panel received this award, given by the Chicago Chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers.
Single Family, Multi-Family, Mid-Rise, Hotel/Motel, Strip Retail - Using solid slab precast or precast concrete sandwich panel components
Fast erection
Energy efficient
In-floor radiant heat
Choice of exterior finishes
Choice of brick patterns and colors
Townhomes (Shell only or turnkey) Using integrated system
No ledgers, one crane, composite crew, non-stop erection
Fully engineered and detailed components
Improves accuracy
Coordinated activities
Saves time and money
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