Precast Concrete Utility Walls & Fences

When you need to make your construction elegant and need effective management of your construction projects, you need to opt for precast utility walls and fences by AFTEC.

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The Evolution of Substation Security Walls

In the early days, substations were primarily located on the outskirts of populated. These substations were secured by chain link fences. However, with the advancement and expansion, these substations grew in number as well found themselves in populated areas. Surrounded by communities, industrial and commercial development, these substations needed effective security, something more than just chain link fences.

power plant before having a security wall

power plant after installation of a security wall

To meet these demands, substation infrastructure was often colored with plastic slats. These slates were inserted in chain link fences that blocked the view. However, as the price of copper increased, these fences became the target of thieves that would cut and steal the fence links.

Keeping all the factors into consideration, the need for the hour was to have secure perimeter protection as opposed to chain link fences. This resulted in the adoption of solid parameters including blocks of precast concrete were considered as a viable option.

There were multiple reasons for the use of precast concrete security walls. The chain fence link walls were easily cut and infiltrated. On the other hand, they posed nominal security. Contrary, the precast concrete fences provided effective security measures.

The concrete walls provided fast installation, had better heights and could be decorated for different finishes. In addition, these also cost less than CMU walls and without continuous foundations, these walls were an affordable option. On the other hand, the greater the height the more it helped protect the substations from thefts and break-ins.

Precast Utility Walls Connecticut

Precast utility walls are the latest alternatives to the traditional fence constructions that are used for almost a variety of construction applications. These walls are highly benefitting because of their fast and easy installations.

Another perk of using concrete utility walls is that they provide better site management for any construction project. Since the blocks are already pre-casted, it requires less labor, which is only needed for the installation phase.

Moreover, these blocks have a high-quality finishing as well as an easy installation as compared with other types of walls. Their simplified modes of installation are highly efficient and ideal for any construction project. Existing walls, stairwell walls, etc. are the places that these walls can be installed and set in other dimensions too.

The construction infrastructural earthworks are significantly reduced. This helps in improving overall work ergonomics for the construction. That is why precast concrete utility walls are highly efficient for construction projects of schools, hospitals, office buildings, etc.

Precast Concrete Walls

Winds are some of the viable factors that need effective consideration during the construction of any building. Precast concrete walls have proven to be the best option for protecting your buildings against extreme winds.

AFTEC has serviced numerous clients in Connecticut and other surrounding cities, complying with their requirements efficiently. We’ve acclimated with the changing trends for the use of precast concrete walls such as mixing them with decorative accents and articulations. We’ve also integrated the requirements of our clients, and have offered them customized services too.

AFTEC’s Security Walls offer the ultimate in:

Blocking line-of-site of high-voltage substation transformers and equipment.
Perimeter Protection from intruders from accidental electrocution, injury and death.
Durable protection of power equipment from vandalism and theft.
Flexibility of adapting to future maintenance requirements.
Adaption of security elements such as razor wire, lighting and electronic surveillance.

AFTEC substation security walls incorporate the industry’s best standards to protect the country’s substation portion of the power grid.

Power Utility Plants Utilizing AFTEC Walls for Perimeter Security Include:

PG&E
North Western Energy
APS
KCP&L

NVEnergy
Oncor
Southern California Edison
Brazos Electric Cooperative

Maximum Security for Power & Transmission Stations

example of a transmission station security wall

Concrete Screen Wall

Concrete screen walls are the best in market right now. With these screen walls, construction processes in Connecticut can easily be completed with an addition of premade designs for artistic appeal. In addition, these screen walls offer a high efficiency and duration rate, accompanied by easy construction.

Unlike other methods, the concrete screen walls are fire resistant as well as lightweight while offering a high grade of strength. Their composition is eco-friendly and safe for installation being non-toxic.

Another compelling element about concrete screen walls is that they can easily be customized according to the requirements in terms of screen height and width.

AFTEC Transformer Blast Walls

AFTEC also supplies transformer blast walls manufactured with refractory brick aggregate to withstand the heat generated from transformer explosions. Transformer blast walls are engineered to provide maximum protection between transformer units and prevent fire.

Service Areas: Hartford, New Haven, Stamford, Bridgeport, Norwalk, Danbury, Waterbury, Greenwich, Milford, Fairfield, Westport, Manchester, and in all other cities of Connecticut.