Concrete Project Spotlights
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Strong Walls Make a Unique Solution for Penn State Facility
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- Project is one of only eight strong walls in the US, and the only one poured monolithically
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ICF Construction Proves to be the Solution for York Building Products Facility
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- ICF's were chosen over stick framing, modular, and pole building construction options
- Concrete roof will serve as floor system for vertical expansion of building
![20210115 095046](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/20210115_095046.jpg)
ICFs - Keeping This Mixed-Use Development Green
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- Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) provide an energy efficient alternative to conventional building materials
- Lumber price volatility is a challenge to today's builder
![NESL 2](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/NESL-2.jpg)
Roller Compacted Concrete Continues to Meet Customer Needs
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- Heavy truck traffic required strong, durable paving solution
- Company’s successful history sing Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) drove decision to utilize RCC for the project
![Meshoppen RCC 2](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/Meshoppen-RCC-2.jpg)
RCC Meets Meshoppen Stone’s Pavement Needs
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- With as many as 250 trucks per day using the facility, a durable pavement was a priority
- A quick project turnaround allowed the company to minimize any downtime at the facility
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Conewago Constructs Worlds Fifth Largest Tilt-up Concrete Building
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- 1.7 million square foot tilt-up project also incorporated 45,000 cubic yards of RCC.
- Challenging soil conditions met through cement stabilization.
![20190925 112329](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/20190925_112329.jpg)
GDS Chooses RCC for New Maintenance Facility
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- Truck traffic at the facility would require a durable pavement, and long service life.
- The owner was seeking value for their money.
![Merion Station 1](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/Merion-Station-1.jpg)
Merion Station Provides "Concrete" Value for Residents
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- Townhouse project constructed with Insulating Concrete Forms
- Includes concrete street and driveways
![Shikellamy MS 1](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/Shikellamy-MS-1.jpg)
Shikellamy Middle School Revisted...ICF's Spell Savings
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- ICF construction helps reduce gas costs over 65%
- Performance of ICF's proves their merit
![TLC 1](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/TLC-1.jpg)
The Land Conservancy for Southern Chester County Selects Pervious Concrete
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- The environmentally sensitive area required a pavement solution that fit its natural surroundings
- Pervious concrete will allow potential stormwater runoff to now percolate through the pavement and into the ground
![20171020 132511](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/20171020_132511.jpg)
AgSalt Processing Recognizes Value of Concrete Strength and Durability
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- Heavy Pavement Loadings Demand Tough Pavement
- Lighter colored concrete pavement is more reflective and requires fewer lights
Middle School Thrives in New Sustainable, Durable Building
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- Durable design helps manage maintenance costs.
- ICF construction adds environmental sustainability.
- Project timeline aided by ICF use.
Pennsylvania’s First Virtual Pipeline Needs Durable Terminal
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- Pennsylvania’s first virtual pipeline needed a durable terminal
- Newly paved 29,000 square feet will withstand heavy truck traffic
- RCC contributed to quick construction timeline
![20161025 105315](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/20161025_105315.jpg)
Growing Business Builds Winter-ready Lot
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- Growing manufacturing business turned to RCC for increased efficiency
- RCC with spray asphalt seal helps melt ice and snow to alleviate winter weather maintenance
- RCC upgrades 19,000-square-foot gravel lot to provide durability under heavy truck traffic
![IMG 20161012 1021](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/IMG_20161012_1021.jpg)
Township’s Use Of RCC Saves Taxpayer Dollars, Prevents Lengthy Road Closures
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- Township needed a long-lasting solution to improve deteriorated roadway
- The 200-cubic-yard roadway was completed and opened to traffic in 24 hours
- RCC delivered taxpayer cost-savings of 65%
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Concrete Enhances Outdoor Living Space
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- Homeowners wanted a maintenance-free, natural looking enhancement for their swimming pool.
- Decorative concrete was chosen to meet their needs.
- Pennsylvania Aggregates and Concrete Association 2014 Decorative Project of the Year - Residential
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Urban Outfitters Distribution Center Counts on Concrete
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- Pennsylvania Aggregates and Concrete Association 2014 Commercial Project of the Year - Buildings
- 1,000,000 sft. tilt-up concrete project.
- Required 40,000 cubic yards of concrete.
![Catasagua Concrete Street](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/Catasagua-Concrete-Street.jpg)
Catasauqua Borough Chooses Concrete Solution for Street Project
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- Concrete was the answer for the severe rutting that the street was experiencing.
Market Value - Concrete Critical in Making Grocery More Eco-Friendly
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- Project totaled 3000 cubic yards of concrete.
- Lighting and maintenance costs reduced by using concrete.
- Pennsylvania Aggregates and Concrete Association 2014 Decorative Project of the Year - Commercial
![Prep Buchart Horn](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/Prep_Buchart_Horn.jpg)
PennDOT Approves RCC for Peanut Drive (Conewago Twp. PA) Project
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- Project incorporated PennDOT RCC specifications.
- First municipal RCC project in Pennsylvania to receive Liquid Fuels funding.
![2013 09 06 06 34 27 w1200 h1200](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/2013-09-06_06.34.27-w1200-h1200.jpg)
Conewago Constructs Worlds Fifth Largest Tilt-Up Concrete Building
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- 1.7 million square foot tilt-up project also incorporated 45,000 cubic yards of RCC.
- Challenging soil conditions met through cement stabilization.
![IMG 9690](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/IMG_9690.jpg)
Roller Compacted Concrete Answers Baker Hughes’ Needs
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- RCC placement met pavement load requirements and need for quick construction turn-around.
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Susquehanna River Lodge - Decorative Concrete in Action
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- These homeowners wanted to build a "sustainable" home. Decorative concrete helpd them achieve their goal.
- Pennsylvania Aggregates and Concrete Association 2012 Residential Project of the Year.
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Norfolk Southern Selects Roller Compacted Concrete
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- RCC selected to meet the demanding pavement needs for this inter-modal facility.
- Fast-tracked projects sees 35,000 cubic yards of concrete placed in 22 days.
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Sycamore Street Project Incorporates Roller Compacted Concrete
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- First RCC street project placed in Pennsylvania.
- RCC proved to be the most cost effective alternative.
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Roller Compacted Concrete (RCC) Provides the Best and Most Cost-Effective Solution for PPL
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- RCC proved to be a substantial savings to PPL.
- The project also featured full-depth reclamation for the base.
![ICF](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/ICF.jpg)
Concrete Offers Advantages in Green School Building
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- The building features Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) construction.
Parker Hill Church: A Pervious Concrete Win
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- Pervious concrete allowed the addition to be built, while maintaining impervious cover limits.
Fulton Bank Pervious Concrete Parking Area
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- Pervious concrete was selected because it offered a life-cycle cost advantage over asphalt.
![Pervious Picnic Area 005](https://cf.specifyconcrete.org/img/_wide/Pervious_Picnic_Area_005.jpg)
Lebanon County Conservation District Chooses Colored Pervious Concrete
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- Unique pattern and color make this pervious concrete pad stand out.
Liberty Property Trust - Lewisberry
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- The project featured tilt-up concrete construction as well as pervious and roller compacted concrete pavements.
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Windom Hill Place
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- Built into a hillside, ICF construction met the challenge of this project site.