The first consideration on any commercial project is what product can most effectively manage the span, load and bearing requirements. This means accounting for the distance the precast concrete needs to span. This is not always a straight forward decision as we want to offer the most cost-effective and efficient solution possible. In this case, because the job was a first floor installation with relatively large span requirements (4.6m * 5.9m), it was decided that 150mm hollowcore plank would be the most suitable and easy to install.
This reveals one of the key reasons that Floorspan is an attractive choice for contractors and builders of all kinds- we have a versatile range of products. That means that you, the client, does not have your budget stretched to breaking point by a solution that is structural adequate but expensive.
Another important consideration is whether it is necessary to compromise the structural integrity of the slab through notching. Our lead designer, with the help of our retained engineer, was able to allow for the customer’s requirements for notching around columns, whilst still far exceeding span and load requirements.