Precast Concrete Panels Installation

Q: What sort of custom solutions are available for precast installation?

We provide precast concrete installation solutions as per an individual project’s requirement and our own assessment of the site. The process follows planning, designing, temporary bracing, logistics management, installation, and post-installation care. We do not supply precast panels.

Precast Concrete Panels Installation In Melbourne

A highly efficient construction method, precast concrete comes with a range of benefits. Used to build panels, columns and planks, precast concrete is produced off site in a controlled environment using reusable concrete moulds, beds, and form liners. Once formed, reinforcement and other required accessories are placed before the concrete is poured. Once the concrete is certified for lifting, it is transported to site. This process is followed by precast installation which is taken care by our highly experienced craftsmen. Precast concrete panels installation is an expert’s job because these panels are highly engineered construction pieces. For more than 30 years, BSL Group has been helping builders, architects, and infrastructure companies with high-quality pre-cast concrete panels installation

But installation is just the tip of the iceberg, and a lot happens leading up to the D-day. Our clients in Melbourne trust our specialist team of riggers, welders, caulkers, patchers, and grouters for an end-to-end solution including planning, temporary bracing, logistics, installation, and post-installation care. Starting with design, our propping engineer and management team assess the project and resolve any potential issues, concerns or questions.

Once the design is finalized, they work alongside the precast detailer to create a temporary bracing plan which provides the main support for the precast elements, until they are tied into the structure and finally, safety requirements and logistics are taken care of. Cost-effective and efficient, keeping our processes in-house gives us control over our projects, allowing us to streamline workflow while taking headache out of the building process.

Coming from architectural, concrete and site management, we are equipped with the right tools and resources to build and install precast concrete panels that create a visual appeal that Melbourne designers strive for. Vouched by our partners for competitive pricing, professional and personalized service, and on-time delivery, BSL Group is the right place if you are planning panel installation. Contact us today to discuss your requirements.

Rigging Experts Australia

It takes more than just the best cranes, hoists, and lifting equipment to ensure the most professional installation for your construction project. Rigging involves moving and placing heavy materials, and the entire process needs to be customised to suit the needs of each construction site. It would help if you had a team of highly skilled specialists who can provide expert installation and rigging services, including deciding what equipment will be best for your requirement and the best procedures to execute lifting. Working with a specialist rigging contractor guarantees access to a vast range of machinery and professional service.

At BSL Group, we are proud to offer an extensive range of services, including rigging and tower crane crew. Catering to large commercial, civil, and industrial projects, we will be your one-stop solution, whether you need assistance with rigging and dogging, steel and panel erection, or transportation. Our highly qualified operators and riggers are fully licensed and use OH&S best practices on all jobs. Highly skilled and efficient, they pay attention to detail and maintain increased safety awareness on site.

BSL Group is one of Melbourne’s experts and highly sought-after rigging companies. We are proud to have a team of fully qualified riggers who are extensively trained, deliver on time, and are committed to quality craftsmanship. Our full range of rigging and crane solutions will seamlessly transport your team and materials across your site, putting the final touches on your precast panel erection and installation.

You can trust our team at BSL Group as your number one choice for rigging. Call our team today to discuss your needs.

Solution-Agnostic

Unique problems need creative solutions. Working across multiple sectors on projects of different scales, our experienced team of specialists will come up with cost-effective answers and help you overcome all kinds of stumbling blocks.

Hassle-Free Process

Organization is the key to smooth operations. We streamline building process for our clients to eliminate bottlenecks, deliver quality results, and improve their overall experience.

30 Years Of Experience

Our partners’ background in architecture, concrete and site management provides BSL Group with a distinct perspective, competitive edge, and a better understanding of builder’s expectations.

We Specialize In High Quality Precast Concrete Panels, Slabs & Concrete Walls

Having great collaborations with some of the best precast suppliers in Victoria enable us to provide you with a high-quality installation and post-installation service for all your precast concrete wall panels, columns, slabs & planks. Our team is specialized in the installation of Architectural precast panels including reckli / form-liner finish, brick snaps / tiles, exposed aggregate, hammer finish and more. No matter the size or complexity of the project, we can help you with all your needs.

5 BIGGEST MISTAKES BUILDER MAKES IN CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION

Being a family founded business with an Architectural, Subcontracting & Site management background, this eBook outlines the 5 major shortfalls we have identified after generations of experience. These principals apply to all concrete works, from large superstructures to small remedial works – and applying them can save you exponentially!

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BIGGEST

MISTAKES

BUILDERS MAKE IN

CONCRETE

CONSTRUCTION

Costing them hundreds

of thousands of $$

every year!

CONTENTS

Gaps in Scope of Works

Being a family founded business with an Architectural,

Subcontracting & Site management background, this eBook

outlines the 5 major shortfalls we have identified after

generations of experience. These principals apply to all concrete

works, from large superstructures to small remedial works – and

applying them can save you exponentially!

Substandard sub contractors & trades

Poor Planning

Poor Preperation

Mis-management

GAPS IN SCOPE

OF WORK

It all starts from the contracts. If these contracts aren’t well

thought out, this will make the building process a nightmare.

Subcontract agreements should make allowances for labour,

materials, plant, equipment, tools, delivery, overheads &

administration.

THE COSTLIEST MISTAKES MADE WHEN PREPARING

CONTRACTS ARE:

Not fully understanding the finer details & subtasks or cost

required to complete a job & in turn, overlooking these things

in the scope of works.

A great way to avoid this is to compare all quotes put forward

along with their inclusions/exclusions to ensure you are

truly comparing apples with apples!

Attempting to save costs by reducing essential

items from the contractor’s scope inevitably

exposes you to the risk of exceeding budget

at the end of the project. If something

needs to be done & you have to

employ a second contractor to

do it, chances are you’ll be

spending more!

CHAPTER ONE

A budget tells us

what we can’t afford,

but it doesn’t keep us

from buying it

~WILLIAM FEATHER

SUBSTANDARD SUB-

CONTRACTORS

Have you ever had to deal with incompetent trades? How much

time, money & energy did this cost?

Subcontractors & tradesmen can either make or break a project.

A master tradesman is one that will get the job done within a

reasonable timeframe to the highest professional standard.

A bad tradesman can cause significant delays to your

program which will inevitably financially cost you.

THE BIGGEST MISTAKES MADE WHEN SELECTING SUBCONTRACTORS ARE:

Employing based solely off cheapest price.

A pattern that has been made abundantly clear over our years of experience is that “cheaper” is not

always better. If you have 5 quotes, and 4 come in the same ballpark but one is half the price, there is

usually a catch. This will usually come back to you in the form of variations.

Not doing background work / due diligence on a subcontractor.

Reputation should be a large component of the hiring process. A good reputation often means good

relations, quality work & reliability. A bad reputation often means a breakdown in one or more of

these key fundamentals.

There’s a reason word of mouth is the most potent form of marketing on the planet!

CHAPTER TWO

If you think it’s

expensive to hire

a professional, wait

until you hire an

amateur.

~RED ADAIR

POOR PLANNING

Concrete, whether it be an in-situ pour, pre-cast install, or

remedial works are set in stone – quite literally! When it comes to

concrete, mistakes due to poor planning can cost you dearly.

THINGS TO CONSIDER TO AVOID THESE MISTAKES INCLUDE:

Organising internal review of shop drawings in conjunction with engineering, architectural

& Services drawings, well before concrete is poured.

Concrete Transport can cost you dearly. Sending away a concrete truck or a precast

panel truck will cost you thousands and create delays. Make sure everything is

aligned on your QA checklist before the big day.

Site logistics & restrictions. (eg. plant & equipment locations / req. /

capacities, conflicting trades, permits etc. )

Planning sequence of works to ensure efficiency & safety

create a list of every contractor involved in each major

task so that if there's a need to push something back you

already have a clear list & can't forget anyone!

**HOT TIP - Check & double check set-out.

Then check again**

CHAPTER THREE

For tomorrow

belongs to the people

who prepare for

it today.

~AFRICAN PROVERB

POOR PREPRATION

Poor Preparation = Poor Execution

Poor on site preparation will often lead to a de-railing effect,

causing a whole host of issues which can span the lifetime of the

project. There are many little things to take into consideration to

ensure a smooth, harmonious & cost-effective site.

SOME OF THE BIGGEST BREAKDOWNS IN ON-SITE PERFORMANCE DUE TO

POOR PREPARATION INCLUDE:

Overlap of trades on critical path items causing lauck of resources & delays (eg.

organising formwork deliveries on precast panel install days causes an inefficient

split of crane time, delaying progress of structure).

Lack of regular site team meetings. Most day-to-day obstacles which cause hiccups

and safety issues can be avoided if everyone is on the same page.

Lack of organization around assembling & Dismantling formwork.

This causes additional costs & delays prop hire removal, post precast

installation works, rough in, fit out & finishing.

Underestimating the importance of preparation is one of the

main leads to additional cost

CHAPTER FOUR

Proper

preparation

prevents poor

performance.

~CHARLIE BATCH

MIS-MANAGEMENT

Mismanagement is a mixture of poor communication & lack of

direction which results in poor workmanship, a problematic site &

unhappy trades and staff.

THE FOLLOWING THREE POINTS

ARE COMMONLY NEGLECTED

AND EVENTUALLY LEAD TO

MISMANAGEMENT:

Poor allocation of resources can lead to poor

workmanship, Whether it be Human Resources or material

resources this is one sure way to create disharmony in the

work flow.

Too much lenience on the quality control process will inevitably

result in a poor-quality product.

Once concrete is poured it’s already too late!

Quality assurance being completed post-works are often not complete.

This leads to many issues. Not only does it drop the standard for trades from

a site level, it causes litigation, financial detriment and was wasted energy

down the track.

CHAPTER FIVE

Management is, above all, a practice

where art, science & craft meet.

~HENRY MINTZBERG

HOW CAN WE HELP

YOU TODAY?

Whether you're after a free quote, are having any issues on a

current project, or would even just like some general advice on

anything in this ebook,

www.bslgroup.com.au

0452 006 969

BSL GROUP WOULD LOVE TO HELP.

HEAD TO OUR WEBSITE BELOW OR GIVE US A CALL!

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TESTIMONIAL

“The guys at BSL Group are really professional and really easy to deal with. The best part is they provide the full service and are really well managed so they made my life that much easier! Highly recommend!!!”

Trevor Gehrig – Project Manager

Precast Installation - Frequently Asked Questions

How is precast concrete installed?

A lot goes before precast concrete can be installed. At BSL Group, our propping engineer and management team start with site assessment, issue identification and designing. Design finalization is followed with temporary bracing plan to hold on to the precast elements, planning logistics and safety requirements and finally transporting the elements to the site for installation. The installation process follows excavation, leveling of the ground and packing of the area, laying of the base material where the precast elements will be laid, compacting, elements’ placing, anchoring using pins or packing gravel, and finally, laying adhesive or adding capstones.

Is precast concrete safe?

Precast concrete’s characteristics such as its ability to provide fire protection, resistance against pressure forces and electromagnetic fields, protection against explosions and weather makes it a safe material for construction projects.

What is the difference between precast and prefabricated concrete?

In a precast construction, products manufactured in a pre-made cast or mold are cured offsite in a controlled environment and then, transported to the site for assembly but in a prefabrication process, the individual pre-made components of a structure are assembled offsite and the complete assemblies are transported to the construction site.

Can I order precast installation services outside Melbourne?

BSL Group service residential, commercial, mixed-use, civil and industrial clients across Melbourne and Greater Melbourne region.

What sort of custom solutions are available for precast installation?

We provide precast concrete panels installation solutions as per an individual project’s requirement and our own assessment of the site. The process follows planning, designing, temporary bracing, logistics management, installation, and post-installation care. We do not supply precast panels.

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