As a low cost, energy efficient building method, Tilt-Up Concrete Construction has been solving multiple building problems, resulting in a rapid national growth.
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The Technical Aspect of Tilt-Up Concrete Reinforcement
Tilt-up construction is well known as a preferred building method for warehouses and big-box stores, but thanks to its economy, simplicity, and durability it is now becoming the method of choice for other commercial projects including schools, churches, and office buildings.
These types of projects are a great way to showcase tilt-ups architectural versatility, but they also increase the importance of keeping concrete cracking in the site-cast wall panels to a minimum.
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Tilt-Up for Education: A Case Study of the Grace Christian School in Millgrove, ON.
A year-and-a-half after breaking ground, Grace Christian School in Millgrove Ontario opened its doors this September – right in time for the new school year.
Lifting our 2000th tilt-up panel at a 60,000 sq.ft. warehouse in Whitby, ON
Founded in 1986, Promotional Products Fulfillment & Distribution Ltd. (PPFD) provides marketing support services that includes the full range of fulfillment, distribution, and call center management.
From the company’s 150,000 square-foot state-of-the-art warehouse located in Whitby, Ontario, near Toronto, PPFD is able to package and distribute almost any product to any location in Canada and beyond.
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The Insulation Process of Concrete Wall Panels Explained
When it comes to design flexibility, speed of installation, and energy-efficiency, tilt-up concrete construction offers the complete package. And with heating and cooling costs typically representing around 30% of a building’s annual operating costs, the energy-saving benefits of tilt-up are worth a second look.
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Tilt-Up Construction vs. Precast: What is the Difference?
Tilt-up concrete construction and precast concrete construction are non-traditional building methods that can deliver quick project completion, low construction costs, and versatile design. And while there are many similarities between the two approaches, there are also significant differences.
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Hydro One’s First Tilt-Up Built Transformer Station; The Future for Unoccupied Structures?
As the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) continues to grow, so does its need for electricity. To meet current and future demand, Hydro One recently built a new transformer station in the Municipality of Clarington.
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We are now on LinkedIn!
We are pleased to announce that Tilt Wall Ontario Inc. is now on LinkedIn! We will be updating our LinkedIn profile regularly with our latest projects, news, and more information about Tilt-Up Construction. Be sure to follow & interact with us on LinkedIn, and make sure to check our LinkedIn page frequently.
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A Look at Energy Efficient Concrete Tilt-up Buildings
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