Hollowcore planks are extruded at typical 4′-0″ wide planks. When larger blockouts in the floor framing are placed within the span, hollowcore hangers will be used to eliminate full sections of hollowcore. The hollowcore hanger assembly is designed specifically per the project requirements and installed on the end of the hollowcore at the plant after the plank is extruded. The hanger allow for bearing on the adjacent planks, which may require a certain portion of the hollowcore void to be filled solid at the bearing location. Hangers can have bearing on both the adjacent plank or CIP walls if needed.
Hotel/Motel
Hotel/Motel designers look to precast options for superior sound insulation. Precast hotel and motel options can mitigate financial risk when building hotels is key to a successful financial model. Electing to build with precast provides accelerated construction and revenue recognition, and limits impacts of escalation, due to extended construction schedules and seasonal site work variations. The ability to use repetitive piece designs through modular spaces reduces the overall cost of the precast structure. These benefits, coupled with the end-user (guest) experience of reduced noise transmission and fire protection, make precast the preferred method of construction.