Case Study
Best Precast Concrete Installation Method Confirmed
Problem Many airfield pavements are constructed with Portland Cement Concrete (PCC). When PCC slabs become severely deteriorated, a quick repair is needed to safely restore flight operations in the shortest time possible. Using precast concrete panels is one way to expediently repair airfield damage, but there are several combinations of leveling materials and installation techniques that can be used. The Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) at Tyndall Air Force Base in Florida contracted URETEK to assist in a comparative study to determine which precast concrete panel installation method would be best. Analysis Each method the study investigated was comprised of a variable leveling material (high density polymer foam or flowable fill) and installation technique (conventional in