The growing demand for precast structures brings forth a shift in the construction landscape towards greater awareness and emphasis on time and quality. Originating from European countries and now prevalent in Gulf countries, these precast concrete solutions have gained traction in India, with returning professionals contributing to its dissemination. At the forefront of this evolution stands Supercast Technologies, which operates the largest precast manufacturing unit in the NCR region. The company specializes in executing EPC contracts for various building types. Located in Noida, this state-of-the-art facility enables the delivery of high-quality precast concrete products to diverse construction projects. With advanced technology and a skilled workforce, Supercast has proudly served esteemed clients, including real estate companies and Indian corporations such as L&T, Tata Projects, Shapoorji, DRDO, and more.
“Despite the entrenched nature of traditional methods, a shift towards precast technology is emerging. Initial reluctance gives way to enthusiasm once stakeholders experience its benefits firsthand. This shift is apparent even among advocates of cast-in-situ methods who are increasingly attracted to the efficiency and advantages of precast and hybrid technologies. Hybrid technology, a synthesis of precast, prefab, and cast-in-situ methods, represents the pinnacle of this evolution, offering a promising avenue for innovation and advancement within the construction sector”, comments Anil Seth, Managing Director, Supercast.
Driving Innovation & Quality
The Supercast team of engineers upholds stringent quality standards to deliver products of international caliber and specializes in a diverse
array of precast structural components such as beams, columns, walls, slabs, stairs, and foundations. Leveraging advanced technologies including precast technology, hollow core slab production, pre-engineered buildings, and 3D-Pods, the company consistently delivers innovative solutions tailored to clients' requirements.
"Precast technology represents a significant advancement in construction methodology. Our ventures into hybrid projects, integrating steel structural columns with precast elements, epitomize this innovation. Notably, our utilization of hollow core slabs underscores the versatility and appeal of precast technology. This hybrid approach amalgamates the rapidity of steel construction with the durability and quality inherent in precast concrete. Particularly in seismic-prone regions like Delhi and Northern India, where steel is crucial for earthquake resistance, this fusion of precast and prefab emerges as an unparalleled solution. The technology can be groundbreaking in achieving govt. goals under Jal Jeevan Mission water tanks and Housing for all", noted Anil.
Furthermore, Supercast emphasizes stringent quality control measures, recognizing that ultimately, the execution of design dictates the quality of the final product. Traditional on-site construction methods often struggle with labor-intensive processes, making quality control challenging. In contrast, Supercast's precast approach ensures meticulous quality control throughout the manufacturing process. The facility includes Plant A, which produces Prestressed Hollowcore slabs of 100 to 300 mm thickness using echo machine and Plant B uses 30 pallates system to make shear walls using Ebawe machines. Overall plant capacity is 2 lakh built-up area per year.
Supercast places a premium on stringent quality control measures, a hallmark of its precast approach
Highlighting the advantage, Anil states, "Precast technologies offer significant environmental benefits. Firstly, by utilizing a dry mix, we conserve substantial amounts of water during production. Secondly, our methods minimize concrete waste, reducing overall material waste. Additionally, our processes contribute to dust control, helping to maintain a cleaner and healthier environment. Ultimately, our commitment to resource conservation and pollution reduction underscores our dedication to environmental stewardship".
In conclusion, the future for Supercast Technologies and precast construction appears promising and dynamic. With increasing awareness and government support for innovative construction methodologies, the precast sector is poised for substantial growth. The government's proactive promotion of construction technologies, coupled with the private sector's recognition of the benefits of precast for efficiency and quality indicates a shift towards widespread adoption. The emergence of pre-engineered buildings (PEB) as a predominant method further illustrates this trend, with steel structures increasingly fabricated off-site.
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