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CONNECTIONS FOR PRECAST FLOOR SLABS

The Constructor

This tie prevents the beam and the slab separating during the in-situ concrete screeding operation. Finally, in-situ concrete is poured. First, a rubber bearing is placed at the support point. When the slab is in position, a welded connection is made. Reinforcement is placed onto the top of the slab.

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Construction Company Issues Public Statement On Foundation Safety

Julian Construction

Construction Company Issues Public Statement On Foundation Safety. Buildings with reinforced concrete had very little, if any, structural issues.” Listed below are links to weblogs that reference Construction Company Issues Public Statement On Foundation Safety : Comments. Posted at 02:33 PM | Permalink. Posted by: |.

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CABLE STAYED METHOD OF BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION

The Constructor

Cable-stayed bridges can be either concrete or steel though a combination of both materials is often chosen. Fig: Stay cable anchorages on a concrete deck For concrete cable stayed bridges free cantilever construction is considered economical. In concrete stay-cabled anchorages are placed under the deck.

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Specifying corrosion inhibiting admixtures for concrete structures

Construction Specifier

It is becoming more common to receive design requests for bridges, high-rises, and other concrete structures with service lives of 100 or 150 years. If funding is plentiful, what additional steps can be taken to maximize reinforced concrete durability? Why is concrete corrosion a concern? Photo courtesy Cortec Middle East.

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Construction Company Compares ?Replacement? With ?Repair.

Julian Construction

Julian Construction Provides Online Sources Of Safety Information » 03/28/2012. The company also stressed the importance of routine foundation inspection to ensure home safety. Some homes were built without a concrete and steel foundation, while others were made of un-reinforced masonry, that of brick or stone.

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7 Modern Marvels in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

million cubic yards of concrete to build. But the Hoover Dam is much more than just a big concrete barrier; it also generates 4 billion kilowatt-hours of hydroelectric power every year, which is enough to serve the energy needs of more than a million people. 2 Golden Gate Bridge (San Francisco, CA).

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Foundation Repair Company Warns of Foundations Issues with Older

Julian Construction

« Professional Inspector Calls For Inspections For Home Safety | Main. Company Urges Owners of Homes Built Over 55 Years Ago to Get Regular Foundation Inspections LOS ANGELES, CA: Julian Construction Inc. ( [link] ) has recently released a warning to homeowners about potential issues and problems with the foundations on older homes.