Patent ID: 6101776
Filing Date: 2000-08-15
Classification: E04B,E04F

Abstract:
A method for installing a monolithic slab over a plurality of spaced-apart, parallel joists, comprising the steps of:(a) covering the joists with a plurality of precast panel sections, each of the panel sections having a plurality of beveled side edges and a plurality of beveled corners, wherein the panel sections are positioned adjacent to each other and are dimensioned such thatadjacent beveled side edges of adjacent panel sections form V-shaped seams,at least a first portion of the V-shaped seams run substantially parallel to and are positioned over the joists, andadjacent beveled corners of the adjacent panel sections form open seating areas over the joists;(b) inserting anchors into the open seating areas such that a first portion of the anchor is secured in a joist and a second portion of the anchor extends into the open seating area; and(c) filling the V-shaped seams and the open seating areas with an adhesive filler material to form a monolithic slab.