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Shotcrete has become the placement method of choice for an increasing number of architectural applications. From intricately formed building structures to landscapes and zooscapes, shotcrete meets the construction needs of architects, designers, and contractors alike. Many new structures, from foundations up to domes, and everything in between, also find the flexibility, adaptability, and durability of shotcrete to be their application of choice. Shotcrete construction can often be completed faster and more economically than other conventional construction techniques.
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I would like to know the fire rating information on a shotcrete wall, 8 in. thick.
Shotcrete is simply a placement method for concrete. Thus, fire resistance of any shotcreted concrete section can be evaluated by consulting ACI CODE-216.1- 14(19) Code Requirements for Determining Fire Resistance of Concrete and Masonry Construction Assemblies. There are many factors that affect the fire resistance so you will need to review the code to establish what’s appropriate for your structure.
Acoustical Wave Wall
Magnificent. A beautiful sight to see, the project CROM calls “The Wave Wall” stands tall in the new Steinmetz Hall at Dr. Philips Center for the Performing Arts, located in Orlando, Florida. CROM was one of the many contractors working in close proximity, under
the direction of HKS Architects Inc. and the general contractor, Whiting Turner. The project included construction on two different structures: the Wave Wall and Egg Wall.
Artistic Shotcrete Use in Exhibit Fabrication
The zoological and aquarium industry has been successfully using shotcrete placement within animal habitats for several decades. The flexibility and durability of shotcrete provides natural settings that allow for better animal enrichment over caged habitats. Zoo guests also benefit from viewing animals in a more organic habitat where the animals exhibit their natural behaviors
Outstanding Architecture | New Construction Project
Project Name:
Highline Garabaldi Springs Rockscape Retaining Wall
Location:
British Columbia, Canada
Shotcrete Contractor:
Vancouver Shotcrete and Shoring Inc.
Architect/Engineer:
Fontera Geotechnical Engineers
Material Supplier/Manufacturer:
Cardinal Concrete
Equipment Manufacturer:
REED Concrete Pumps
General Contractor:
Polygon Highland Homes, LTD
Project Owner:
Polygon Highland Homes, LTD
Outstanding Infrastructure Project
Project Name:
Eglinton Crosstown LRT Project at Mt Pleasant Station
Location:
Toronto, Canada
Shotcrete Contractor:
Torrent
Architect/Engineer:
SNC-Lavalin
Material Supplier/Manufacturer:
Innocon Ready Mix & Canada Building Materials
Equipment Manufacturer:
REED Concrete Pumps
General Contractor:
Crosslinx Transit Solutions
Project Owner:
Metrolinx & Infrastructures Ontario
Shotcrete Consultant/Quality Inspections:
WSP E&I Canada Ltd.
Los Olas Corridor Improvements – Shade Canopy
Shotcrete was essential to create the smooth flowing transitions, curves, and blends required in the construction of the Hale Park Skatepark in Wenatchee, WA. All of our skateparks, including Hale Park, are constructed of steel reinforced shotcrete with a minimum 28-day compressive strength of 4000 lb/in2 (28 MPa) – often breaking over 5000 lb/in2 (34 MPa) in just 7 days. Using proprietary techniques and products, developed over the years, we can form and sculpt shotcrete into virtually any shape imaginable. This gives us the ability to produce any skate feature requested or imagined by the project stakeholders.