TILT-UP OFFERS THE COMPETITIVE ADVANTAGE.

This paper describes the advantages of tilt-up construction method to cast building walls in horizontal form and lifting or tilting them in vertical position. Tilt-up combines fast, economical construction with all the advantages of concrete: Economy - Efficient use of materials and assembly-line field production keep material and labor costs low; Speed of construction - Combining design/build with the ability to put up large wall areas fast offers owners earlier occupancy and lower construction debt service; Design freedom - A building can be as simple or sophisticated as the owner wishes. Security - Reinforced concrete walls are an imposing deterrent to break-ins; Use of local materials - Every community appreciates it when an owner uses locally produced products. Added to these advantages are concrete's durability, fire resistance, low insurance rates, and energy efficiency.