Manufacturing Steps for GFRC Cornices

Watch video clips to see manufacturing steps for an Architectural GFRC product (also known as light weight concrete).

This video series explain custom design, engineering and manufacturing of GFRC cornices used for the new Girls Sorority building at the Southern Methodist University (SMU). The GFRC cornices used for exterior of the building are large with unique shapes. The Mesa Precast team designed and manufactured custom molds while collaborating closely with the project team at Advanced Architectural Stone (AAS) that was in charge of the customer requirements and design.

Step One: Creating Custom Molds

Mesa Precast team designed and manufactured custom molds while collaborating closely with project team at Advanced Architectural Stone (AAS) that was in charge of the customer requirements and design.

Step Two: Preparation and Application

Facing mix is without fibers. This allows for smooth surface of the cornice which was then acid etched for the required finish.

Step Three: Spraying Back up Mix

Mesa Precast team developed specific composition of the spray mix that had the right admixture with fibers. These fibers lend strength to GFRC panels even though they are only 3/4th of an inch thick.