STRUCTURAL PRECAST PORTFOLIO

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1 STRUCTURAL PRECAST PORTFOLIO ag.uk.com

2 PRECAST CONCRETE: A PROFESSIONAL CHOICE INTRODUCTION by Raymond Acheson, Group Chief Executive Acheson + Glover (AG) was established as a family run business over 50 years ago in 1960, with expertise in quarrying and concrete products. We ve moved on a long way since then, but we still like to think of ourselves as a successful family business, with the ethos of personal attention, quality and service. With the support of our loyal and dedicated workforce, we have developed a wide range of products, from blocks and readymix, right through to specialised segmental retaining walls and natural aggregate paving. We have been designing, manufacturing and supplying a range of structural precast concrete products for over 20 years. Operating from modern manufacturing facilities in Northern Ireland, we have a total annual capacity of over 400,000m 2 of prestressed flooring and 10,000 tonnes of precast stairs and landings. At the time of writing, this puts us in the top three direct suppliers within our industry in the UK. All our products are designed and manufactured to the latest British and European standards and are fully CE marked. Our quality management system is fully accredited under BS EN ISO The vast majority of aggregates are supplied from extensive in-house reserves. AG offer Complete Precast Concrete Solutions which we deliver across the whole of the UK and Ireland. We have an in-house team with a wealth of technical experience and expertise that will support the customer at each stage of their project, and will deliver on time and within budget. MARKET SECTORS: >> Education >> Healthcare >> Hospitals >> Retail >> Car Parks >> Commercial >> Industrial >> Leisure >> Hotels >> Residential >> Government Projects >> Rail / Transport CONTENTS 4 OUR PRODUCT RANGE 6 FEATURES + ADVANTAGES 7 WHAT TO USE + WHERE CE MARKING QUALITY SYSTEMS HEALTH + SAFETY 8 HOLLOWCORE FLOORING THERMAL MASS PRESTRESSED FLOORING 21 BREEAM STAIRS 22 THE ENVIRONMENT 17 OTHER PRODUCTS 23 AWARDS 18 OUR EXPERTS 2 ag.uk.com/precast 3

3 WIDEST RANGE OF CONCRETE BUILDING SOLUTIONS AVAILABLE OUR PRODUCT RANGE We are experts in the design, manufacture, delivery and installation of a range of structural concrete products: Prestressed hollowcore flooring Hollowcore flooring provides a comprehensive structural design, incorporating progressive collapse detail where necessary, suitable for a wide range of domestic and commercial applications. With unsupported spans up to 18 metres, AG can design and manufacture to meet virtually every requirement. Flooring slabs are available in a range of depths: 100mm, 150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm, 400mm and 500mm. Hollowcore slabs are designed to have effective shear key joints between adjacent slabs such that when grouted the individual slabs form a system that behaves similarly to a monolithic slab. Hollowcore flooring can be combined with an insitu structural concrete topping to form a composite slab. This allows the engineer to design for maximum load distribution and minimum structural depth. Hollowcore slabs are manufactured under rigidly controlled factory conditions to meet the very specific requirements of the customer. Service ducts, recesses and openings are designed into your floor and accurately incorporated during manufacture All hollowcore floors have inherent acoustic and thermal qualities. Prestressed plate flooring All the advantages of a plate flooring system without the propping! AG prestressed plate forms a permanent shutter. The AG prestressed plate flooring system is designed as a composite flooring option. This is an ideal structural solution for incorporating other precast elements, such as precast balconies and beams, which can easily be tied into the floor zone. >> Can be used on steel frame, insitu concrete structures and traditional construction (block work) >> Progressive collapse design can be easily achieved >> Suitable for composite beam designs with steel or concrete >> Can accommodate concentrated point loads >> Does not require propping during installation in most cases. Reinforced hollowcore flooring Branded as Ultrafloor, and designed primarily for the housing sector, Ultrafloor provides a cost effective, quick turnaround solution for housebuilders and certain commercial applications. Ultrafloor is manufactured in stock lengths up to a maximum span of 5.3 metres, 600mm wide, and is available ex stock. We can provide a complete package including site dimensioning, design and installation. Stairs + Landings To complement our flooring range, AG supply a wide range of precast stair and landing components. All Precast components are manufactured under factory controlled conditions, using only the highest quality materials and moulds and designed and manufactured to the latest British and European standards. 4 5

4 COMPLETE PRECAST SOLUTIONS FROM CONCEPTION TO COMPLETION FEATURES + ADVANTAGES OF PRECAST CONCRETE All precast concrete products have the benefit of a factory controlled production environment, together with speed and ease of installation. All waste is recycled on site and none goes to landfill. CEM2 cement and recycled water is used in the production of concrete. WHAT TO USE + WHERE Quality Fire Resistance A broad guideline to the application of our flooring range. We have a proven record of quality of product and service. This is underlined by our accreditation under BS EN ISO 9001 and certified CE marking of all our products. All flooring and stair products are manufactured to an Ordinary finish as defined in BS EN (Type A, BS8110) unless otherwise agreed, and are suitable for direct decoration. Design Flexibility Enhanced span capabilities can be achieved by utilising design criteria. Floors can be designed to incorporate a variety of factory formed holes notches, splays, reduced ends, solid ends, open cores, progressive collapse design and composite design within steel frames. Stairs can be designed and configured for a wide range of applications. Sustainability All AG hollowcore floor units have an inherent 1 hour fire resistance. Higher resistances can be achieved by increasing concrete cover and various FLOOR TYPE: MOST ECONOMICAL FOR: MOST USEFUL WHERE: ceiling finishes. Hollowcore Spans 2m - 18m Cost is important - most economical span / depth ratio. Can be manufactured to suit almost any structure Floor depth is important - achieves largest span with minimum depth. Acoustic Qualities Precast units have a high resistance to both impact and airborne sound, and comply with the latest Building Regulations. We offer a range of high density slabs in various depths to enhance these qualities in applications such as care homes and residential buildings. Immediate Working Platform For follow-on trades, reducing any down times. Safe + Fast Installation - concrete, steel and block work. Can be fitted into steel beams to reduce overall floor depth. Easily manufactured to suit unusual details and angles. There are specific requirements - every floor is bespoke. Service openings are required - factory formed, rather than cast on site. Prestressed Highly loaded areas or Buildings have a lot of external structural elements. Plate buildings over 4 stories. There are high concentrated point loads (eg plant rooms). Type HA traffic loadings are required. Progressive collapse detail is needed. There are structural elements such as beams and balconies to be tied in. A continuous floor design is needed. Precast concrete has excellent thermal properties and can be 6 used with various types of heating and cooling systems, which makes it a real sustainable choice of designers and clients. This is an important factor for BREEAM rating. Compared to formwork and insitu concrete, installation times are faster, making a positive construction to the build programe. 7

5 A PROFESSIONAL CHOICE PRESTRESSED HOLLOWCORE FLOORING AG prestressed Hollowcore flooring will take the stress out of flooring for you. Manufactured in depths ranging from 150mm - 500mm. Manufactured to BS EN 1168 on heated steel beds in an enclosed, controlled factory environment, with a 28 day cube strength of concrete in excess of 50N/mm 2, using only the highest quality raw materials you can be confident of a consistent quality product. Each floor is designed to our customer s exact specification. Service ducts, recesses and openings are designed into your floor and accurately incorporated during manufacture. Saves Time Time consuming site operations such as propping and shuttering wet concrete are virtually eliminated thus having a positive effect on the construction project. Immediate Platform Once the AG floor units have been placed in position and grouted, they provide an immediate working platform for all follow-on trades. No Propping In most cases propping is not required with Hollowcore flooring, saving time and money. The area below the floor remains free from congestion allowing follow-on trades to progress unhindered. Design Flexibility Prestressed Hollowcore floors can be designed to suit a very wide range of buildings and meet most project criteria. Quality Finish State of the art manufacturing techniques ensure a quality finish. Direct decoration using suitable materials is possible in many projects. Diaphragm Action Once the AG units have been grouted they can be assumed to provide a floor providing full diaphragm action. Service Openings Service openings with a diameter less than can be created through units after installation by drilling centrally through the cores. You must consult with our design office before commencing this work. Generally service openings up to 300mm wide in a single standard unit width are permitted subject to satisfying design criteria. These should be factory formed. Openings up to 1200mm can usually be accommodated, subject to design criteria, using structural steel hangers supplied by AG at an additional cost. All service openings formed by AG are to be made good by the main contractor after installation of service pipes etc. MILD STEEL HANGER ALLOWABLE HOLLOWCORE LIVE LOADS (kn/m 2 ) Table indicates allowable characteristic loadings (allowance has been made for self weight of unit) UNIT SIZE SELF WEIGHT CLEAR SPAN LENGTH 100mm 150mm 200mm 250mm 100mm 150mm 150mm HD 200mm 250mm 300mm 400mm 500mm 2.4kN/m 2 2.4kN/m 2 3.0kN/m 2 2.9kN/m kN/m 2 3.9kN/m 2 4.6kN/m 2 6.3kN/m 2 2.5m 21.0 ` 3.0m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m 5.2 FIGURES ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY PLEASE CONSULT OUR TECHNICAL TEAM FOR FULL DETAILS. When using maximum span consideration must be given to the effects of deflection, vibration and camber. 300mm 400mm 500mm mm 1200mm

6 ALLOWABLE HOLLOWCORE LIVE LOADS FOR COMPOSITE FLOORS (kn/m 2 ) Table indicates allowable characteristic loadings (allowance has been made for self weight of unit plus 1.8kN/m 2 for structural topping) COMPOSITE DEPTH 1 225mm 225mm 2 325mm UNIT SIZE 100mm 150mm 150mm HD 200mm 250mm 300mm 400mm 500mm Hollowcore All bearings should be level and true with no debris. On masonry bearings there may be a requirement to provide a mortar bed, prior to the placement of units. SELF WEIGHT 4.2kN/m 2 4.2kN/m 2 4.8kN/m 2 4.8kN/m 2 5.3kN/m 2 5.7kN/m 2 6.4kN/m 2 8.1kN/m 2 CLEAR SPAN LENGTH 3.0m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m m 4.3 FIGURES ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY PLEASE CONSULT OUR TECHNICAL TEAM FOR FULL DETAILS. When using maximum span consideration must be given to the effects of deflection, vibration & camber. NARROW BEARING ON STEEL TOLERANCE FINISHES BY MAIN CONTRACTOR TIE REINFORCEMENT BY OTHERS AT 600 C/C IN JOINTS AND FACTORY FORMED SLOTS PROVIDED IN 1200 WIDE UNITS. t STRUCTURAL CONCRETE INFILL NOMINAL BEARING t/2 - TOLERANCE (MIN. 65mm) FLANGE WIDTH t < 165mm BEARING ON STEEL TOLERANCE FINISHES t NORMAL BEARING t/2 - TOLERANCE FLANGE WIDTH t > 165mm STRUCTURAL TOPPING STRUCTURAL CONCRETE SIDE BEARING ON MASONRY BEARING ON SHELF ANGLE 100mm 400mm STRUCTURAL CONCRETE 150mm STRUCTURAL CONCRETE 25mm STRUCTURAL CONCRETE 500mm REBATED ENDS 200mm NOMINAL BEARING SHELF ANGLE WITH MIN. 150mm SUPPORT LEG GENERALLY NOMINAL BEARING c/c support beams STRUCTURAL CONCRETE 250mm 1200mm FINISHES 50mm PROJECTION OF SHELF ANGLE BEYOND TOP FLANGE (MIN.) REBATED ENDS STRUCTURAL CONCRETE CONTINUOUS WET MORTAR BY MAIN CONTRACTOR TO TAKE UP CAMBER NOMINAL BEARING SHELF ANGLE WITH NOMINAL BEARING MIN. 150mm SUPPORT LEG GENERALLY CALCULATION OF MAXIMUM UNIT LENGTH 300mm = c/c SUPPORT BEAMS - 1/2 MAX FLANGE WIDTH - 25mm TOLERANCE Refer to BS EN 1168 for allowable tolerances on Slab dimensions which should be taken into consideration in the design process mm Visit our website for more information, full technical details and downloads: 11

7 A PROFESSIONAL CHOICE PRESTRESSED PLATE FLOORING ALLOWABLE FLOOR LIVE LOADS (kn/m 2 ) FOR UNPROPPED COMPOSITE PLATE Table indicates allowable characteristic live loads for various upstand arrangements and plate thickness using a 35N/mm 2 insitu concrete topping (allowance has been made for self weight of composite unit). Height of Upstands (mm) - H Thickness of Plate (mm) - T Composite Depth (mm) The AG prestressed plate flooring system is designed as a composite option. It is ideal where structural elements such as balconies or beams need tied into the structure. Upstand ribs cast onto the plate flooring during manufacture help to eliminate the need for propping, but also act as reinforcement chairs, making it a very versatile system. 3.0m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span m unpropped clear span FIGURES ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY PLEASE CONSULT OUR TECHNICAL TEAM FOR FULL DETAILS. When using maximum span consideration must be given to the effects of deflection, vibration and camber. Greater clear spans can be achieved by mid-span temporary propping. The Advantages: >> Does not require propping during installation - in most cases. >> Suitable for concentrated point loads. >> Suitable for HA Traffic loadings. >> Easiest way of achieving progressive collapse detail. >> No modification required for buildings over 4 stories. >> Suitable for the creation of composite beam designs with steel or concrete. >> Can achieve a continuous floor design. >> Manufactured to BS EN STANDARD COMPOSITE SECTION CONCRETE TOPPING ON SITE Standard Composite Section As the system does not need propped, installation is fast and hassle free. The upstand ribs can be used to support the mesh at the correct level. The entire structure can be completely decked before any concrete needs to be poured giving you greater flexibility within the build programme. On a steel frame the complete building can be decked out without any insitu concrete which can be poured to suit the programming of edge details. Please contact our design office on for full details. ANTICRACK REINFORCEMENT BY MAIN CONTRACTOR ALLOWABLE FLOOR LIVE LOADS (kn/m 2 ) FOR PROPPED COMPOSITE PLATE Table indicates allowable characteristic live loads for various upstand arrangements and plate thickness using a 35N/mm 2 insitu concrete topping (allowance has been made for self weight of composite unit). Height of Upstands (mm) - H Thickness of Plate (mm) - T Composite Depth (mm) m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span m propped clear span 4 6 FIGURES ARE FOR GUIDANCE ONLY PLEASE CONSULT OUR TECHNICAL TEAM FOR FULL DETAILS. When using maximum span consideration must be given to the effects of deflection, vibration and camber. 55mm PLATE FLOOR UNIT 1200mm wide 12 13

8 CANTILEVERED PLATE CONCRETE TOPPING ON SITE ANTICRACK REINFORCEMENT BY MAIN CONTRACTOR PLATE FLOOR UNIT CANTILEVER REINFORCEMENT BY MAIN CONTRACTOR COMPOSITE STEEL BEAM DESIGN ANTICRACK REINFORCEMENT BY MAIN CONTRACTOR CONCRETE TOPPING ON SITE PRECAST COMPOSITE BALCONY ANTI-CRACK REINFORCEMENT BY MAIN CONTRACTOR TOP REINFORCEMENT PLATE FLOOR UNIT CONTINUITY STEEL REINFORCEMENT CONCRETE TOPPING ON SITE BY MAIN CONTRACTOR PRECAST BALCONY UNIT PLATE FLOOR UNIT COMPOSITE CONCRETE BEAM DESIGN ANTICRACK CONCRETE TOPPING ON SITE REINFORCEMENT BY MAIN CONTRACTOR PLATE FLOOR UNIT BEAM REINFORCEMENT 14 Visit our website for more information, full technical details and downloads: 15

9 WIDEST RANGE OF CONCRETE BUILDING SOLUTIONS AVAILABLE STAIRS OTHER PRODUCTS Concrete stairs offer a fast, efficient and cost effective option to insitu work, reducing labour on site, being fast to install and providing immediate access to all floor areas. AG supply a wide range of complementary products. The Advantages: >> Flexible configurations - with the ability to make custom-built moulds we can accommodate a wide variety of staircase configurations and designs. >> Innovative design - our designers work hard to keep apace with latest construction trends. >> Quality finish - manufactured in a controlled factory environment, using bespoke moulds gives a premium quality finish. >> Immediate access - improves site safety and efficiency. >> Ease of programming - manufactured off-site and delivered and installed to meet your build programme. >> Manufactured to BS EN >> Landings can incorporate any detail, such as curves or cantilevers. >> Landings can be detailed for progressive collapse if required. Ground Beams Designed to meet your requirements - concrete beams provide a strong, durable structural element. Balconies A key feature on many modern apartment buildings, well designed and carefully detailed balconies can add to the character of the building. Like the rest of the structural precast range, balconies are designed to our clients requirements and can incorporate a variety of service openings, draining facilities and design details, incorporating thermal break systems for steel, timber or concrete solutions. Our extensive experience ensures an excellent finish with careful detailing. Lift Shafts Manufactured off-site in bespoke moulds and installed quickly and efficiently by our specialist installation teams. Working closely with your lift supplier, we can ensure that all components are accurately positioned, including channels, call button recesses and control panel recess. Additionally we can design and manufacture the capping slabs with all temporary and permanent anchors cast in, ensuring a safe installation of all M&E components. Terraced Seating Units AG concrete terraced seating units provide the complete structural solution for fixed seating or standing areas. The ideal choice for the use in sports venues, leisure centres, swimming pools, concert arenas, and conference venues, terrace units can be used anywhere there is a requirement for banked seating. Our terrace units can span up to 9 metres and are available in a variety of profiles. Prefabricated in our factory, the components are delivered to site ready for installation by our contracts team. Fast installation of this key element and the immediate creation of a safe working platform greatly assists the follow-on trades and helps to keep the construction programme on track. The robust inert nature of concrete makes it ideal for items such as seating terraces. The smooth, even, pale grey surface can simply be sealed and left as the finish or it can directly accept most other finishes such as paint, timber or carpet. The superb fire performance of concrete makes it ideal from a safety point of view. Refer to our website for technical design and other information on any of our products. Because shafts are manufactured as a series of boxes, the need for temporary works or propping is eliminated. They can be designed to replace blockwork or even as shear walls

10 COMPLETE SUPPORT SERVICE OUR EXPERTS AG provide Complete Precast Solutions from conception to completion. We are very experienced in all aspects of our business Sales & Estimating Delivery CE MARKING QUALITY SYSTEMS Our experienced estimating team, working from drawings, BOQs and specifications or any other information provided, will prepare and submit detailed quotations for either supply only or supply and installation. We will always endeavour to find cost effective solutions in order to provide a value for money product and service. We have the expertise to value engineer any project, and to advise on critical technical elements of design. Our Technical Sales Managers are available to meet with you to discuss your requirements, offer advice and technical assistance on all aspects of the project and process your enquiry through to order. Design Using the latest CAD and other design software packages, our highly trained and experienced team of Technical Design Staff can produce accurate layout drawings to meet client requirements. Each project is overseen by a qualified structural engineer to ensure all aspects of the drawings are to the correct standards and project specification. Our planning and logistics department ensure that all of your delivery requirements are met. We are in constant communication with all of our projects and our clients are kept informed of the delivery status daily. Installation Our fully qualified Contracts Management team will liaise with our client s site representatives. Our planning process ensures that all aspects of the project are well prepared and reported on. We will prepare and submit detailed lift plans, method statements and risk assessments for approval by our client. Our floors and stairs can then be installed by our fully trained and certified installation teams and in accordance with the current code of practice. Our planners also obtain daily weather forecasts, to minimise disruption from wind or other adverse weather, and ensure that build programmes are maintained. All installations are inspected and handed over to the client s requirements and specification. Construction Products Regulation requires that all products subject to a Harmonised European Standard are CE marked from July All AG products carry a CE Mark. CE Marking on a product is a manufacturer's declaration that the product complies with the essential requirements of the relevant European health, safety and environmental protection legislation. We can provide job specific CE certification. Details of our CE marking accreditation can be found on our website: BS EN BS EN 1168 BS EN BS EN Common rules for precast concrete products Precast concrete products - Hollow core slabs Precast concrete products - Linear structural elements Precast concrete products - Floor plates for floor systems Quality control is an intrinsic part of our design and manufacturing process, and is managed daily by a dedicated QA team, including in-house testing laboratories. The company has a comprehensive Quality Management System, fully accredited to BS EN ISO Manufacture AG precast products are manufactured to the highest standards in a controlled factory environment. Subject to managements strict quality systems. The end products comply with current British and European standards. If you wish to arrange your own installation of our product, refer to our website for our document entitled Handling Guidance. You must ensure that all installation operatives hold the required certification of competency, with a minimum of CSCS Precast Concrete Installer and CPCS Slinger Signaller cards. BS EN Precast concrete products - stairs 18 19

11 AG HAVE A POLICY OF CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT HEALTH + SAFETY Health, safety and welfare of our employees, subcontractors and members of the public within our sphere of activity are very important to us. We operate in a dangerous environment, using large machinery to manufacture, transport and install heavy concrete elements. We have a zero tolerance approach to breaches of our internal policy and external regulations. The company Health & Safety Management System is accredited and meets the standards set by OHSAS 18001, which is an Occupation Health and Safety Assessment Series for health and safety management systems. All construction site activity is governed by Main Contractor requirements to match or exceed current legislative guidelines. We provide extensive risk assessments and method statements for all works. This is backed up by regular auditing, both internal and external. The company has signed up to the British Precast Concrete Targets 2015 initiative for Health & Safety. The objective is for the long-term expectation of Zero Harm to all those involved in our industry. Our Contract Managers are highly trained and very experienced. As a minimum, they are qualified Appointed Persons, and hold a CSCS Manager Black Card and trained to IOSH standards for Managing Safely in Construction. THERMAL MASS To achieve higher thermal mass, architects and engineers can choose a flooring product which offers both high mass and thermal conductivity properties. The advantages of this thermal mass can be further enhanced by offering the ability to control the temperature of the slab. Working in conjunction with mechanical engineers, AG can offer a system which circulates conditioned air through the cores of the slab to change the thermal properties of the mass and consequently the building. BREEAM In terms of the environmental impact, Precast Flooring offers a solution that adds benefit to the overall health and well being of a building, making reductions in energy and improving on the material life cycle. In a commercial application, Prestressed Hollowcore generally achieves an A or A+ rating (ref: BRE Green Guide 2008). We are a signatory to and closely follow the guidelines of the Precast Flooring Federation Code of Practice for the Safe Installation of Precast Concrete Flooring and Associated Components

12 WE ARE COMMITTED THE ENVIRONMENT AG recognise that the activities of the organisation could potentially have a significant impact on the environment. Good Practice Commitments >> Water management and recycling. >> Recycling and reuse of aggregates. >> Dust suppression in operation for plant movement, production processes including crushing and screening. >> Developing markets for by-products. >> Adoption of noise suppression and reduction techniques. >> Implementation of waste management systems in place across all locations. >> Energy conservation projects. Sustainability The AG Group is one of the most innovative and progressive companies on the island of Ireland, it has invested significantly in modern technology. We believe that sustainable development is properly achieved through a partnership, to enable people to realise a better quality of life whilst protecting the natural environment. This partnership approach should be delivered together at national, regional and local levels through an inclusive process. Our commitment to positive environmental, social and economic performance is visible through the continuous assessment of our products and their environmental impact. >> Site restoration and aftercare. >> Landscaping and improved visual amenity. We have achieved Sustainability Charter membership from the British >> Ensuring that the company is adhering to legislative Precast Concrete Federation. In order to minimise this impact, we take a proactive rather than reactive stance on environmental issues. In recognition of these efforts, we have won a number of environmental awards. >> Train staff to ensure that the workforce understands the environmental impact of both the individual and company activities, and environmental policy commitments requirements. >> A Manager dedicated to environmental matters. Restoration British Precast has announced new Sustainability Targets for 2020, together with Resource Efficiency Action Plan (REAP). Refer to: BS EN ISO Certification BS EN ISO is a comprehensive tool that provides all industry with a way of controlling environmental impacts. AG are certified for a multi-site management system that documents environmental impacts including: Energy Waste, Production Waste and Carbon Emissions. Control Of The Working Environment Any industrial process can lead to pollution of the surrounding environment and atmosphere. In the quarrying and concrete product manufacturing industry, our processes involve blasting raw aggregate, crushing, screening, washing and finally the various production processes to create our extensive product ranges. Dust is the main environmental hazard within our plants. In recognition of this the Company has developed an Environmental Policy, which outlines the Company s commitment to the environment. >> Dedicated environmental operative on each of our manufacturing sites, responsible for dust control, monitoring silt discharge and ensuring company meets requirements of IPC (Industrial Pollution Control) licence requirements >> Actively promote the communication of issues concerning the environment to staff, suppliers and customers. Waste Management & Disposal Our objective is to eliminate, reduce, reuse and where possible recycle all forms of company waste. By doing this it is possible for us to improve our environment, maintain a safe and healthy workplace for our employees, increase operational efficiencies and achieve savings. Eliminating the generation of waste at its source are prime considerations in all plant operations. The company is committed to identifying and implementing waste reduction opportunities through encouragement and involvement of its employees. We promote co-operation and co-ordination between industry, local authorities and the public towards the shared goal of reducing waste at its source, re-using and recycling waste wherever possible. Energy Management We have targets for continual reduction in energy usage (electricity, oil, gas, etc.) for given levels of production. Waste material that cannot be recycled back into the production process is used as an aid to restoration at our sites. It helps to re-landscape and restore parts of our sites no longer used for production purposes. Corporate Social Responsibility A comprehensive social responsibility policy illustrates AG s commitment to operating to the highest standards in every aspect of its business. We aim to run our business ethically, achieving environmental stewardship to industry best practice, striving to manage activities in a safe manner protecting the health and safety of everyone involved and encouraging social inclusion in the communities in which we operate. You can view our environmental booklet on our precast website via the downloads section of our resource library: AWARDS >> MPA s Health & Safety Conference & Awards Runners-up Award for Engineering Initiatives. In addition, Harold Workman received an Individual Recognition award for his personal contribution to health and safety. >> Gold Medal Award from British Precast AG Precast Ltd received a gold medal award as a supplier of prestressed flooring planks (Olympic Stadium) to the London 2012 Games. >> Concrete Society Sustainability Award AG Precast Ltd are pleased to be associated with an award winning project at MMU Student School, Manchester

13 CALL OUR SALES TEAM T: ag.uk.com ACHESON + GLOVER PRECAST LTD HEAD OFFICE: 11 Aghnagar Road, Tullyvannon, Ballygawley, Co Tyrone, BT70 2HW. T: +44 (0) F: +44 (0) E: precast@ag.uk.com