Beamshells are composite precast elements that usually contain all the positive main beam reinforcement and stirrups in an efficient use of concrete for economy and ease of handling.
Beamshells are most economical when part of a system comprising
- insitu concrete
- standard beamshells
- hollowcore floor planks
- insitu structural topping
benefits of beamshells
- precast in a factory, away from your building site
- minimum trades required on site
- simple column connections
- fast construction times
- multiple work faces
Hanson can also offer precast beams for suspended floors. Precast beams are not a stock item, but are manufactured to suit each particular situation, hance are no present restrictions.
There are a number of profiles that can be used from inverted tee beams to solid rectangular beams.
Reinforcing can be prestressed or conventinally reinforced.
