Precast concrete, formed for its final purpose.
“JK White Cement is a major ingredient in numerous precast products in today’s world”
Precast concrete consists of concrete — a mixture of cement, water, aggregates and admixtures — that is cast into a specific shape at a location other than its in-service position. The concrete is placed into a form, typically wood, rubber, GRP or steel, and cured before being stripped from the form, usually the following day. These components are then transported to the construction site for installation into place.
There are many different types of precast concrete forming systems for architectural applications, differing in size, function and cost. Precast architectural panels are also used to clad all or part of a building facade; free-standing walls are used for landscaping, soundproofing and security walls; and some can be pre-stressed concrete structural elements.
White Cement can be mixed with different colours and sizes of aggregate to create a difference. The shape and surface of the precast concrete moulds also affect the look: moulds can be made of timber, steel, plastic, rubber or fibreglass, with each material giving a unique finish.
Pavement blocks, pavers and pavement bricks are used to create a pavement or hard standing. An individual paver can later be lifted and replaced if required. Typical uses include driveways, pavements, patios, town centres and road surfacing. Concrete paving blocks are made by mixing small stone hardcore, pigments, cement and sand. JK White Cement, with its high strength and brilliant whiteness, produces hard, tough and durable pavers with bright, long-lasting colours.
