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Easi-Set Worldwide’s SlenderWall architectural precast concrete cladding system passed the latest ASTM (American Society for Testing and Materials) International Standard Test Methods for Fire Tests of Building Construction and Materials E-119-18a and Application of Hose Stream ASTM E2226-15b. The SlenderWall insulated composite panel contained the fire and held its structural integrity for the one (1) hour specified time period of resistance.

Easi-Set Worldwide announces the addition of Wells Concrete Products Inc. as a licensed producer of SlenderWall architectural cladding.

Property owner Procaccianti Companies, Inc., and Architect of Record Vision 3 Architects have chosen SlenderWall precast concrete cladding panels for the exterior of the new Residence Inn by Marriott in Providence, RI.

Take the new Architectural Record SlenderWall CEU course to earn AIA, GBCI and other credits. This course is a great introduction to the benefits of lighterweight composite architectural precast concrete envelope systems. Click here to view on Architectural Records's website and to take the Quiz.

Writer Byline – Chuck Ross Photo Credits - © Stephane Groleau

Remaining on top in a competitive residential rental market requires developers to stay savvy on a range of issues, from today’s latest color palettes to new construction technologies. The Canadian firm Logisbourg, based in Quebec City, has managed this feat with aplomb, with a portfolio that now includes approximately 1,000 units across its hometown. It’s latest addition, Luxenbourg III, a five-story luxury apartment (or “rental condo” in the Canadian vernacular), represents the company’s addition of an advanced precast wall system – SlenderWall – to its technology portfolio.

Easi-Set Worldwide, recently hosted four technical representatives from the Bazis Group of Kazakhstan in Midland, VA to discuss the licensing of its SlenderWall® panelized precast concrete cladding system. Kazakhstan borders Russia, China, and several former USSR republics and is the world’s sixth largest country by landmass.

In Long Branch, NJ two luxury towers containing 47 residences will rise side-by-side on approximately 1.7 acres of oceanfront property, South Beach at Long Branch. The 5-star multi-family development is the brainchild of Mimi & Edwin Feliciano, owners of development company FEM South Beach Urban Renewal. Exquisite details and rich features will grace the 8-story complex of unrivaled elegance and panoramic views. With 1st floor garden residences starting at $1.1 million all the way up to South Tower penthouse duplexes with 1,000 sf rooftop terraces, and a 3,300 sf. North Tower penthouse with a 3,300 foot terrace and glass enclosed climate controlled loggia, owners will savor the rewards of open air, sky and sea.

The SlenderWall ad in the February issue of Architectural Record received the highest score in the "Found Interesting" category amoung their readers. The score was based on their annual READEX RESEARCH study which scores all editorial and advertising content. The SlenderWall score was 58%, more than double the average of all 65 ads (27%), and even higher than the average score of the editorial content (45%). We would like to thank all those who particpated in the survey and found our ad to be useful. Click on READ MORE to see the ad.

1. A Turn-Key System – A complete one-source panelized envelope system, inside and out, from a 2” precast concrete exterior skin to an integrated heavy-gauge galvanized steel stud interior frame filled with closed-cell foam and ready for drywall. We can include erection, caulking, even factory-installed windows to complete a product engineered for new curtain wall construction, re-cladding, over-cladding, and even load-bearing projects.

Smith-Midland Corp. and its product licensing subsidairy Easi-Set Worldwide recently hosted a six-person delegation from one of China’s largest construction companies to discuss a “technology partnership.” Nantong Sijian Construction Group Chairman Geng Yuhua and his team visited Fauquier for two days in mid-April. Based in Jiangsu Province, NSCG has 70,000 employees working in construction, including precast concrete, Smith-Midland’s specialty.