Tilt-up system puts new town on fast track approach
Language: English Series: Surveyor ; 167 (4992) 27 November 1986,16-17 (2)Publication details: 1986Subject(s): Summary: Describes how the American fast track method of tilt-up construction is being used to construct factories at Glenrothes , Scotland in only four weeks. Tilt-up is a construction method of some 28 years standing whereby reinforced concrete wall panels are cast horizontally on-site,and tilted into position. The system results in considerable savings in time and cost and provides buildings offering durability,security,impact resistance and minimal maintenance.| Item type | Current library | Call number | Copy number | Status | Barcode | |
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| Journal article | London Journal article | ABS37174 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) | 1 | Available | 2649-1001 |
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Describes how the American fast track method of tilt-up construction is being used to construct factories at Glenrothes , Scotland in only four weeks. Tilt-up is a construction method of some 28 years standing whereby reinforced concrete wall panels are cast horizontally on-site,and tilted into position. The system results in considerable savings in time and cost and provides buildings offering durability,security,impact resistance and minimal maintenance.