Planning Efficiency all the Way – From Design to Installation

Techrete’s planning department works closely with clients, consultants and internal teams to ensure that the finished façade, as installed onsite, fully aligns with the project brief and contractual requirements. Engagement typically begins at tender stage, allowing planning considerations to be integrated early and carried through design development, manufacture, finishing and installation in line with an agreed programme.

The planning team coordinates sequencing, production schedules and logistics, including the programming of all cast-in elements such as stone, brick, terracotta and specialist architectural detailing. This ensures that complex interfaces are resolved early and that manufacture progresses efficiently without compromising quality or programme certainty.

Benefits of Early Involvement

  • Design assistance concerning critical-path items
  • Identification of the latest architectural details, finishes and mix designs
  • Consideration of alternative cladding systems
  • Consideration of current panelisation techniques
  • Identification of the best methods for economic panelisation
  • Value engineering and optimising crane size and location

Techrete works with architects, engineers and developers from the concept stage, providing early discussion, review and technical advice to support future projects. This early engagement allows key considerations such as design intent, technical feasibility and budget parameters to be addressed at the outset.

By becoming involved at concept stage, potential constraints and opportunities can be identified early, enabling the development of efficient, buildable solutions. This collaborative approach helps ensure that the most cost-effective and appropriate precast and cladding solutions are identified before the project progresses into detailed design.