Green Precast 'Livin Modular' System
- Abbreviation
- Appraisal number 1058 (2019)
- Amendment
- 14/07/2021
- Valid from
- 23/05/2019
- Information provider
- BRANZ Limited
- Information type
- BRANZ Appraisal
- Format
Description
The Green Precast 'Livin Modular' System is a modular, precast concrete building system for use in the construction of residential and light commercial buildings.
The system comprises of 5-sided modular precast units which are made to order. The modular precast units are available in a range of sizes and multiple units can be configured to achieve various layouts and building designs.
Modular precast units can be manufactured to include window and door openings and conduits for plumbing and electrical services cast integrally into the modules where required. All Green Precast modules are subject to Specific Engineering Design in accordance with NZS 3101 by Chartered Professional Engineer (CPEng).
Scope
The Green Precast 'Livin Modular' System has been appraised for use as a specific design structural wall and floor/ceiling system for buildings within the following scope:
- with a maximum building height from the ground to eaves of 10.0 m; and
- maximum three storeys; and
- with a floor plan area limited only by seismic and structural control joints; and
- situated in NZS 3604 Wind Zones up to, and including Extra High.