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Carbon-Neutral Concrete: Breaking Barriers in Low-Emission Building Materials

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Carbon-neutral concrete represents a groundbreaking advancement in sustainable construction materials, offering a revolutionary solution to reduce the construction industry’s environmental impact. As cities worldwide commit to carbon reduction goals, carbon-neutral concrete is becoming increasingly crucial […]

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Architectural Concrete Construction and Finishes

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Architectural concrete construction needs special care in selection of the concrete materials, forming, placing, and finishing in order to achieve.

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The Magical Effects of Translucent Concrete

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Translucent concrete provides a revolutionary way to bring in natural light while providing structural and aesthetic advantages. This innovative material can create a modern and striking look in architectural projects while conserving energy and increasing safety.

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TEMPERATURE EFFECTS ON CONCRETE

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The size of movement depends upon the change in temperature and the coefficient of thermal expansion o f concrete.

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TYPES OF CRACKS IN CONCRETE BEAMS

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Cracks in concrete beams due to increased shear stress 2. Cracks in concrete beams due to corrosion or insufficient concrete cover 3. Cracks parallel to main steel in case of corrosion in beams 4.

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MATERIALS FOR FORMWORK

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It is easily cut to shape on site, and if handled and stored carefully, it can be used many times.

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REINFORCEMENT COVER AND PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS

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From the diagram above, we can see how the process unfolds.

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