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Structural Lightweight Concrete
Structural lightweight concrete enhances construction projects by providing superior strength, reduced
weight, and
improved thermal performance. Using Arcosa Lightweight aggregate, these projects demonstrate the
benefits of structural
lightweight concrete, resulting in efficient, durable, and resilient structures. Explore how this
innovative material
can revolutionize your construction with sustainable, high-performance solutions.
Sherwin-Williams’ Global Headquarters: Lightweight Concrete for a
Landmark Project
Sherwin-Williams is constructing its new global headquarters in Cleveland, Ohio, a development
that will feature a
two-story pavilion, a 36-floor office tower, and a multi-level parking garage. The project,
which will redefine the
Cleveland skyline, benefits from the use of Arcosa Lightweight aggregate in the structural
lightweight concrete floors
of the office tower.
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Salesforce Tower Chicago: Pioneering Sustainability with Structural
Lightweight Concrete
Salesforce Tower Chicago, standing at an impressive 60 stories above the
Chicago River, is a
groundbreaking project in more ways than one. As the first building in the city to require and
measure
Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) to quantify embodied carbon of
construction materials, this
achievement is largely attributed to the use of structural lightweight
concrete.
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Arcosa Lightweight’s Role in New Georgia Performing Arts Center
Arcosa Lightweight’s structural coarse aggregate played a crucial role in the construction of
the stage and orchestra
pit at a new performing arts center in Georgia. Supplied to Fowler-Flemister Concrete, the
ready-mix producer for the
project, and produced at Arcosa’s Livingston, AL plant, the expanded clay material provided
designers flexibility, the
necessary strength, and reduced weight. The end result is a more durable and versatile
performance space designed to
meet the demands of a state-of-the-art facility.
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Truist Park: Maximizing Parking Efficiency and Durability with
Lightweight Precast Elements
Like many mixed-use developments, Truist Park thrives on its ability to accommodate the need to
live, work, play—and
park—all in one location, which is crucial to its success. Arcosa Lightweight provided the
essential lightweight
aggregate for the park’s parking structures, ensuring efficient use of space while meeting
strict fire-rating and
structural requirements.
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Arcosa’s Lightweight Aggregate Elevates Costco Wholesale Headquarters
Campus
When Costco decided to add an eighth level and 290 additional parking spaces to the original
parking structure at their
headquarters in Issaquah, WA—while the structure was already designed and under
construction—Arcosa Lightweight provided
the solution. The parking deck, which had been planned as a seven-level structure, was able to
be modified
mid-construction to accommodate the extra level thanks to Arcosa’s lightweight aggregate.
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Structural Lightweight Concrete Supports SoFi Stadium’s Grand Design
SoFi Stadium and entertainment complex in Inglewood, California is recognized for its
transformation of a former horse
racetrack into one of the region’s most iconic developments. Opened in 2020, the $2.6-billion
complex is home to the
L.A. Rams and features a wide range of amenities, turning the surrounding area into a
destination unto itself.
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Structural Lightweight Concrete Elevates Houston’s Skyline
Market Square Tower, a 40-story residential building, rises 502 feet over downtown Houston,
Texas and features 463
luxury apartments. The impressive height of the skyscraper was made possible through the use of
structural lightweight
concrete, which allowed the tower to reach its maximum height despite challenging geotechnical
conditions.
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Concrete Make with Arcosa Lightweight Lifts Chicago’s River Point Tower
River Point, a 52-story skyscraper soaring 730 feet (213 meters) above Chicago’s West Loop,
stands as a testament to the
strength and versatility of lightweight concrete. Completed in 2016, the building features 1
million square feet of
office space and is located at 444 West Lake Street, between Canal Street and the Chicago River.
The building’s iconic
parabolic arch at the base is a result of angled support columns designed to accommodate the
unique site.
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HydroLite Lightweight Aggregate Plays Key Role in Record-Breaking
Structure
Wilshire Grand Center, which stands at an impressive 1,100 feet, is recognized as one of the
tallest buildings in the
western United States. The project’s engineers needed to significantly reduce the building’s
overall weight to achieve
this height, which is why they opted for structural lightweight concrete.
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Shasta Arch Bridge Project: Using Arcosa Lightweight Aggregate for
High-Performance Concrete Solutions
The newly completed Shasta Arch Bridge, with its striking design and sweeping arches, serves as
a crucial route for
travelers in Northern California. Built with Super High Performance Concrete containing Arcosa’s
lightweight aggregate,
the bridge’s reduced structural load enhances both its durability and aesthetic appeal, ensuring
long-term reliability
for all who traverse this remote and scenic area.
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Cal Poly Center a Landmark of Sustainability and Innovation
The Warren J. Baker Center for Science and Mathematics, located at California Polytechnic State
University (Cal Poly),
San Luis Obispo, is a testament to modern design, sustainability, and educational innovation.
Completed in 2013, the
six-story, 192,000-square-foot facility serves as a hub for students across the campus, housing
classrooms,
laboratories, research institutes, administrative offices, and dedicated spaces for studying.
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Sutter Health Mills-Peninsula Medical Center: Seismic Safety and
Sustainable Concrete Solutions
California’s Sutter Health Mills-Peninsula Medical Center (MPMC), completed in 2011, is a
state-of-the-art 241-bed,
not-for-profit general medical and surgical facility located in Burlingame, California. The
six-story,
450,000-square-foot facility offers a wide range of services, including emergency care, ICU,
inpatient, and outpatient
services. Designed to meet the community’s growing healthcare needs, MPMC also had to comply
with California’s strict
seismic and safety regulations.
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Arcosa’s Lightweight Aggregate Key to Cost-Saving and Efficiency in New
Orleans VA Medical Center Rebuild
In New Orleans, Arcosa’s lightweight aggregate provided cost-saving and construction advantages
during the replacement
of the city’s Veterans Administration Medical Center, which was severely damaged by hurricane
flooding.
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