25 April 2025

Earth Day Inspiration: OSCO’s Commitment to Sustainability

osco Precast CarbonCast, Insulated wall panels

Innovative Practices in Precast Concrete

In celebration of Earth Day, we at OSCO Construction Group are proud to highlight our commitment to sustainability as we seek new ways to decrease the use of manufacturing materials and promote eco-friendly solutions. At Strescon Limited, one of our precast concrete companies, we are thrilled to be working on an exciting project on Cutler Avenue, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. This project utilizes CarbonCast High Performance insulated wall panels, made with C-GRID^® carbon fiber grid as a shear connector. This significantly reduces the amount of concrete and materials needed by reducing the required thickness of the panels. CarbonCast High Performance insulated wall panels deliver an exterior wall panel with full composite action and continuous insulation. For example, a panel with 4″ (102mm) of insulation between two 2″ (51mm) concrete wythes will behave structurally as if it were an 8″ (203mm) solid panel.

By reducing the thickness of each panel by two inches, we are able to decrease the overall material usage and production waste, demonstrating our dedication to resource efficiency. In addition, CarbonCast prevents cold spots and thermal bridging, boosting energy efficiency. It keeps a steady internal temperature, reducing the need for extra heating or cooling, thus lowering energy intensity and therefore cost. CarbonCast High Performance Insulated Wall Panels are manufactured at our Strescon and PreCon facilities.

In honor of Earth Day, we want to inspire and challenge other construction and manufacturing companies to continuously think about sustainable practices. Let’s all strive to reduce, reuse, and recycle in our processes, ensuring a greener and more sustainable future for generations to come.

Together, we can make a difference. Join us in our commitment to sustainability and celebrate Earth Day by adopting practices that protect our planet.

Happy Earth Day!