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Precast Concrete Platforms- A Trusted Solution for Equipment Protection

Precast platforms have been used by Oil and Gas companies in South Louisiana for decades to protect equipment and buildings from floodwaters and hurricane storm surges. Platforms also provide containment systems to protect the environment from dangerous spills. Utilizing modular/ precast construction greatly reduces project timelines and eliminates the many challenges of pouring concrete over water.

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The Precast Advantage

Remote Construction

Platforms are generally needed in the most remote of locations. By manufacturing precast elements in a controlled environment off site, clients eliminate the need for long distance raw material logistics, saving time and cost.

Eco Friendly

Precast designs greatly shorten construction times compared to traditional pour-in-place methods, reducing on-site hours and minimizing overall environmental impact. Precast also minimizes cutting and other adjustments—keeping noise, dust, and debris to a minimum.

Labor and Schedules

The use of precast caps and deck panels greatly reduces the need for onsite manpower. This can be not only an advantage given the demand for labor vs the dwindling supply of experienced craftsmen but also reduces the risk of safety incidents. The shrinking of total job schedules also reduces weather related delays.

Logistics

Precast offers two logistical advantages for constructing platforms: “just in time” deliveries and water deliveries. Precast deck panels and caps can be stored offsite and delivered based on the client’s installation schedule. Companies like Waskey utilize barging to deliver precast elements directly to the construction site. This greatly improves overall timelines and reduces costly equipment downtime.

What sets the Waskey Precast Platform System Apart ?

Following the success of the Waskey LADOTD bridge, it became clear that our precast technology was ideally suited for corrosion-resistant decks on pile-supported production and storage platforms in the oil and gas sector. Within just a few years, Waskey platforms became a common sight across the Gulf Coast, both inshore and offshore. This innovation didn’t stop at production platforms. It expanded to pump stations, generator stations, docks, wharfs, heliports, and compressor stations. Before long, engineers and clients alike began referring to any pile- supported concrete deck as simply a “Waskey Platform!”

Waskey can engineer platforms for various poor soil and wave conditions. Waskey has designed platforms that have withstood Category 5 hurricanes. Each design is completely unique and is designed to include intricate embeds and other client specific elements.

Customers site many reasons why they demand Waskey Precast Platform Systems:

  • Match-Cast Deck Panels – Waskey platform deck panels utilize match casting, greatly improving joint performance.
  • Maintenance-Free Alternative to Steel – Eliminates costly upkeep and corrosion concerns.
  • Superior Vibration Absorption – Enhances stability and equipment performance.
  • Extended Life Cycle – Built to last for decades in demanding environments.
  • Unmatched Versatility – Customizable in size, thickness, and embeds to meet unique project needs.
  • Slope Tops for Containment – Designed for safety and environmental compliance.
  • Proven Hurricane Resilience – Survived decades of Gulf South storms.
  • Customer-Centric Design – Flexibility to incorporate custom embedded objects for tailored solutions.
  • Trusted Reputation – Known for value, speed of construction, and innovative design, attracting energy leaders across the Gulf South.
  • Broad Applications – Beyond industrial platforms, Waskey solutions serve public works, commercial, and manufacturing sectors.
  • Leak-Proof Assurance – Panels water-tested to ensure sealed joints.
  • Simplified Installation – Precast panels include hardware and voids for easy cable routing and equipment placement—no cutting required.

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Waskey Platforms have been used for a wide variety of applications including:

  • Gas & Oil Production Platforms
  • Generator & Fuel Platforms
  • Storage Tank Platforms
  • Process Equipment Platforms
  • Transportation Platforms
  • Communications Platforms
  • Elevated Buildings
  • Heliports
  • Pump Stations
  • Power Utility Platforms
  • Loading Platforms

Conclusion

Precast concrete platforms have proven to be the most reliable solution for protecting critical infrastructure in the Gulf South. Waskey has set the standard for the design and manufacturing of precast platform systems that can withstand the ravages of hurricanes surge and floodwater. Waskey platforms deliver long-term value, safety and performance.

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