UNIQUE AND FLEXIBLE BALCONY SOLUTIONS

Balconies are in high demand when both owners and renters are looking for apartments. Therefore, it is difficult to overlook balconies when you want to construct attractive residential buildings or renovate an existing property.

Our balconies are custom-made and prefabricated elements that can be produced in large formats and with free formability, which are easily and safely mounted on the building's facade. Besides the balcony's obvious functional value, it also has a crucial impact on the building's appearance and character.

Our material possesses some significant properties that give the architect the freedom to design and shape the balconies according to their own dreams and visions,

and thereby the freedom to express their creativity in the aesthetic expression and design of the balconies. This freedom is only possible because of the material's extreme strength and durability. With this solution, you get a custom-made balcony tailored to your project, and we always ensure to consider the building's structural requirements.

Every year, we participate in more than 100 balcony consulting projects, and no challenge is too great for us. We help you achieve your construction project goals with consulting and custom-made balconies designed with consideration for the building's aesthetic appearance and structural requirements.

MATERIAL PROPERTIES

Our UHPC material possesses a range of fantastic properties. Below, we have listed the most important ones:

Freedom in form and aesthetics for balcony design
Less weight on the building
Slim and minimalist elements
Allows for large-format balconies
Maintenance-free material
Lower transportation costs
Over 100 years of durability
Can use smaller cranes for installation
High strength
Fire resistant solution without fire paint

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Balcony brochure

MOUNTING PRINCIPLES

All our balcony projects are custom solutions, where an important part of the design process is to identify the most optimal installation solution.

If you would like to know more about our installation principles, you can find more information below:

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3D mounting of a parapet balcony

MATERIAL DOCUMENTATION

We know our concrete, and we continuously test and develop our material to optimize our application.

We specialize in UHPC, and our concrete is the oldest and best-documented UHPC available. By using Hi-Con's elements, we can assure you that the material is thoroughly tested and documented for its use.

In our downloads section, you can find a selection of documentation on UHPC. You can also read more about our material by clicking the link below:

Knowledge center

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EPD (Environmental Product Declaration)

Certificate 473 - EN10080

Certificate 473 - De Coiled Product iht. EN10080

Certificate 1073 - CPR473-473 / Hi-Con balcony elements

Our certificate from Dancert

Our ETA 2020

Our EDA

BALCONY SOLUTIONS AND DESIGN

Our balconies are produced in many different and unique variations. One thing they all have in common is that they are designed by you, our customer. This means that primarily you, your imagination, and the laws of physics determine the design of your balcony.

What we can help you with during the design process of your balcony in Ultra High Performance Concrete (UHPC) is to provide guidance and advice on the dimensions of your balcony construction. Additionally, we can advise you on the calculations of the balconies and how your design can be mounted. The design of concept balconies is slightly different, which you can read more about here.

UHPC is a flexible material

Our balconies are produced in UHPC CRC. It is a type of concrete with extremely high strength and durability. At the same time, the concrete is very non-porous and therefore adheres closely to the reinforcement. This has several advantages – one of the results is that we need to use smaller amounts of high-strength concrete compared to if we were producing balconies in conventional concrete. We can also produce larger balconies and guarantee a durability of 100+ years. The material is also fire resistant and requires no maintenance.

Additionally, UHPC is a flexible material, which allows the balconies to be designed in many different shapes and sizes. Because of the material, it is possible to make the balcony constructions both light and slim, which also means that the balconies do not put the same strain on buildings as traditional concrete and steel balconies.

WHY SHOULD YOU CHOOSE UHPC FOR YOUR BALCONY CONSTRUCTION?

Ultra High Performance Concrete, also known as UHPC, can be the ideal choice for your balcony construction for several crucial reasons. With a strength exceeding 165 MPa, Hi-Con's own version of UHPC, CRC, is renowned for its exceptional durability and extremely long lifespan of over 100 years. This makes it the perfect material choice for balconies that require both aesthetics and functionality. Besides its impressive strength, UHPC also offers unique aesthetic properties, allowing architects and designers to create beautiful and innovative balcony designs. With the ability to customize colors, textures, and shapes, you can create a balcony that fits perfectly with your building's aesthetic vision.

How to choose the right balcony solution for your project

When choosing the optimal balcony solution for your project, there are several important considerations to ensure the best result. First and foremost, it is essential to evaluate the project's unique needs and requirements for the balcony. This includes factors such as size, shape, location, and function. It is also crucial to consider the architectural expression and aesthetic vision for the building, so the balcony design integrates seamlessly with the overall design concept.

In addition to this, it is important to consider whether the project is a renovation or new construction. For renovations, it is particularly relevant to assess the weight and design of the balcony, as older buildings often have specific requirements for load-bearing capacity and aesthetics. If you need help finding the perfect balcony solution for your project, our team of experts is ready to assist you.

At Hi-Con, our team of experts is always ready to assist you in finding the perfect balcony solution that matches your specific project needs and visions. Contact us today for personalized advice and a custom solution for your project. Visit our contact page to get started.

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SURFACES - TEXTURE AND COLORS

Ultra High Performance Concrete can, like regular concrete, be tailored to the aesthetic expression you desire. The standard colors are gray and light, but it is also possible to dye and texture the concrete. Additionally, the aggregate can be varied so that the surface appears rougher than the standard concrete.

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Surface G8 Gray

Surface G8 LIght

WE MAKE DIFFERENT TYPES OF BALCONIES

The architectural dream of slender, minimalistic and cantilevered balconies are achievable with CRC i2®. Through out the years, Hi-Con has supplied both new builds and renovation projects with thousands of balcony slabs in CRC i2®.

The minimalistic and extremely slender balcony slab can be cast with a thickness of only 50 mm and weighs around 50% less than a comparable balcony in conventional concrete. Often buildings are able to carry very large balconies of this type, which increases the value of the apartments and the applicability for the residents.

Take a look at one of our balcony slabs right here
The design options are many with balconies with one or more parapets. The parapets can be designed in verious heights and furthermore function as a privacy screen.

You can design the parapets as a part of the load bearing structure, which makes it possible to use hidden connections and a solution with parapet balconies is a great option for both renovation projects and new builds.

Take a look at a parapet balcony right here
Box balconies or box elements from Hi-Con can be installed by using different mounting principles. This type of balcony plays a significant part in the architectural expression and character of the building.

Besides the aesthetical value of the box balcony, this type of balcony contributes with some functional values. The box balcony is both covered and closed and thereby provides the residents with a private outdoor area they can use in all kinds of weather.

Take a look at a box balcony right here.
As housing associations face a thorough renovation that requires new balconies, Hi-Con can contribute with unique and specialized knowledge about mounting principles and balcony solutions. We always strive to create the balconies you dream of, while still taking the construction of the building into consideration.

Whether the balconies are meant to create a new outdoor area for the residents or preserve an already existing expression of the old balconies, we tailor the balconies to the specific project.

Take a look at a balcony renovation right here.

INCREASING ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Environmental requirements for the construction industry are increasing, and every element in a building makes a difference. All materials must be documented, weighed, and measured to ensure minimal environmental impact – including balconies. When you choose a custom balcony from Hi-Con, you are choosing a balcony that impacts the environment less than traditional concrete balconies typically do.

This is possible because we use Ultra High Performance Concrete. Since the material is so strong, we can build slimmer balconies and thus use less concrete. At the same time, we are continually working to reduce the cement content in our concrete. The latest initiative is the introduction of CRC i3, which is a mortar with larger aggregate. By adding larger amounts of aggregate to the mix, we achieve a 30% reduction in cement usage.

In most cases, we also work with balconies that are installed after the building structure is completed. This means that the balconies can be removed if the building is eventually decommissioned. By making our concrete elements easy to disassemble and reuse, we can minimize waste and use resources more efficiently. This allows us to actively participate in the circular economy and contribute to a more sustainable construction industry.