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Specify Certification
How to specify CPCI Certification
The Construction Specifications Canada (CSC) TEC-AID for 03 45 00 Architectural Precast Concrete and 03 41 00 Structural Precast/Prestressed Concrete contains the following Clause 1.8 Quality Assurance:
  • Manufacturer: certified to Canadian Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute (CPCI) Certification Program.
  • Manufacturer must meet requirements of CSA A23.4, including Appendices A and B, together PCI MNL-116 and 117 and CPCI certification requirements.
What important benefits to owners, architects engineers and contractors receive?
  1. Easy identification of plants committed to fulfill the highest level of certification available in North America.
  2. Assurance that bidders have demonstrated their ability to manufacture quality products and have an ongoing quality system in place.
  3. Certified manufacturers with a confirmed capability to produce superior products and systems.
  4. The job will be done right the first time - saving time, money and headaches.
  5. Quality products help speed erection and reduce construction time.
  6. Deal with established producers who have earned a reputation for superior, reliable workmanship.
  7. No additional cost to you – CPCI Certified manufacturers pay all certification fees.
  8. Increased assurance to owners and designers that CPCI Certified manufacturers will furnish products ideally suited for each project.