(57) A concrete framework system for a building comprises columns (1,20,30,40) each formed
by at least two vertically aligned column sections, and supporting structures (6,12,22,35)
arranged in or between column sections providing supporting means to join horizontal
structural elements (4,14) to the columns (1,20,30,40). Each column section has a
cavity (15) extending longitudinally from end to end, and at least one prestressing
tendon (17) is arranged to pass through the cavity. A method of fabricating the columns
comprises feeding stiff concrete mix (56) into a vertically aligned mold (50,51) the
mix (56) being compacted under pressure in the mold (50,51) by means of a shaft-like
compaction member (54) which is aligned coaxially with the axis of the mold and is
provided with profiling protrusions (60).
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