This paper presents the design and construction considerations for designers and plant personnel necessary for using brick, ceramic tile and architectural terra cotta faced precast concrete panels. The topics covered are clay product properties and selection, design considerations, production and construction aspects, cleaning of panels and handling, storing and shipping of the panels. Also covered are the applications of thin brick, ceramic tile and full brick to precast concrete panels after the panels are cast. It is emphasized that teamwork is an essential ingredient in the successful execution of a project.
