DESIGN OF REINFORCED CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 25, 2013
Reinforced concrete foundations are designed based on column loads and moments at base and the soil data. Following are the types of foundations in.
CONCRETE FOUNDATION CONSTRUCTION GUIDE
The Constructor
MAY 15, 2014
Concrete Foundation Construction Work Procedure at Site The purpose of this guide is to ensure that all the concrete foundation / plinth are. How To Guide Work Procedures'
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CONSTRUCTION OF CONCRETE FOUNDATION
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 5, 2014
Construction of concrete foundation is divided into number of work activities with specific objectives and completion time for each activity is. Construction Construction Project Construction Projects'
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CONCRETING OF PILE FOUNDATIONS
The Constructor
MARCH 16, 2013
Materials and methods of manufacture of cement concrete piles should be in accordance with the method of concreting under the conditions of pile.
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How to Pour Concrete Foundation?
The Constructor
DECEMBER 28, 2018
Pouring concrete foundation is considerably important phase of foundation construction and plays vital role for the success of the the project.
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Tolerances for Concrete Foundation Construction as per ACI 117M-10
The Constructor
MARCH 26, 2018
Specification tolerances for concrete foundation construction as per ACI 117M such as tolerances for plumb line deviation, location displacement,
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Grillage Foundation: Types, Construction, and Advantages
The Constructor
JANUARY 13, 2022
Grillage foundation consists of one or more tiers of beams (steel or timber) superimposed at right angles to each other on a concrete layer to.
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Precast Concrete Foundations- Features and Advantages
The Constructor
MARCH 15, 2020
Precast concrete foundation construction is an off-site construction technique in which the foundation units are pre-engineered and manufactured in a.
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STRUCTURAL DEFECTS OF FOUNDATIONS AT CONSTRUCTION.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 1, 2011
The problem areas, effects in foundation and defects in structure due to those causes are presented here. There can be many causes for these defects.
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Foundations
Viewpoint Construction Technology
FEBRUARY 7, 2013
This week’s blog is coming to you from Las Vegas, where my company is exhibiting at the World of Concrete , one of my favorite shows. Now I’m right in the middle of that experience and loving it, despite a hoarse voice and sore feet.
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How to Pour Concrete for Pile Foundation? [PDF]
The Constructor
JUNE 15, 2020
As pile foundations carry a lot of load, they must be installed with utmost care. The selection of suitable equipment and the process employed for.
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Guidelines for the Construction of Concrete Foundations
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 15, 2019
Guidelines for the construction of concrete foundations can be obtained from Building Codes such as American Concrete Institute and Indian Standards,
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Void Forms in Foundation Construction: Their Types and Applications
The Constructor
DECEMBER 5, 2020
Void forms are sacrificial formwork members designed to provide a space between the concrete foundation and expansive soil, i.e., to protect the.
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What is Mat Foundation? Functions, Uses, and Construction
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 6, 2020
A raft or mat foundation is a large rectangular or circular continuous concrete slab that carry the entire loads of structure above and spread it.
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What are the Signs of Foundation Heave?
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 24, 2022
Foundation heave is the upward movement of the expansive soil layer after it is saturated with water. Controlling the signs and symptoms of foundation heave at an early stage is important to prevent further enlargement of heave pressure and avoid serious damage to the foundation and superstructure.
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TYPES OF CRACKS IN CONCRETE BEAMS
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
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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244 Types of Masonry Foundations, Their Construction and Uses
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 2, 2017
Masonry foundation may be constructed from concrete block or brick masonry units. Different types of masonry foundations, their construction and uses.
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TEMPERATURE EFFECTS ON CONCRETE
The Constructor
MARCH 21, 2012
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 CONCRETE WITH APPLICATIONS
The Constructor
DECEMBER 29, 2012
Types of concrete with applications for different structural components like beams, columns, slabs, foundations are explained here. Special concrete.
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Construction Techniques for Cast-in-Situ Reinforced Concrete Pile
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 14, 2022
A pile foundation is considered for construction whenever the load of a structure is large, and a thick and weak soil layer is present below. It is a type of deep foundation that transfers the load of the superstructure to a stiff layer through the weak soil strata. Piles can either be constructed at the project […].
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264 Concrete Wall Construction Process Including Materials
The Constructor
OCTOBER 20, 2018
Construction of concrete walls is a crucial phase in building construction. It transfers loads from floor to the wall below or foundation. Therefore,
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250 REINFORCEMENT COVER AND PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2012
From the diagram above, we can see how the process unfolds.
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STRUCTURAL USES OF PRECAST CONCRETE
The Constructor
MARCH 25, 2012
Use of Precast Concrete in frames: There are two main types of precast building frame.
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REDUCING DRYING SHRINKAGE IN CONCRETE
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
This type of shrinkage is caused by the loss of moisture from the cement paste constituent, which can shrink by as much as 1% per unit length.
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TYPES OF CONCRETE MIX DESIGN
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
Nominal Mixes In the past the specifications for concrete prescribed the proportions of cement, fine and coarse aggregates. These mixes of fixed cement-aggregate ratio which ensures adequate strength are termed nominal mixes.
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240 BENEFITS OF USING STEEL FIBRES IN CONCRETE
The Constructor
JANUARY 1, 2012
The benefits of using steel fibres in concrete are as follows: 1. Steel Fibres are generally distributed throughout a given cross section whereas reinforcing bars or wires are placed only where required 2.
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Demystifying Reinforced Concrete: Key Principles for Construction
The Constructor
JUNE 2, 2023
Reinforced concrete is one of the world’s most widely used building materials. From bridges and skyscrapers to foundations and walls, reinforced concrete is essential to modern construction.
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245 Activities in the Construction of Concrete Foundation
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 22, 2019
Construction of concrete foundation is divided into number of work activities with specific objectives and completion time for each activity is.
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FEATURES OF PRECAST CONCRETE
The Constructor
MARCH 25, 2012
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229 CONCRETING OF RCC COLUMNS PEDESTALS AND FOOTINGS
The Constructor
OCTOBER 28, 2014
Proper concreting of RCC Columns, pedestals and footings is needed to ensure desired strength and durability of these structural members. Concrete How To Guide Work Procedures Column Concrete Placement Concrete Technology Footing Foundation'
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223 WHY WE TEST CONCRETE SRTRENGTH AFTER 28 DAYS?
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 25, 2011
WHY WE TEST CONCRETE SRTRENGTH AFTER 28 DAYS? Tweet Why do we test concrete compressive strength after 28 days? The table below shows the compressive strength gained by concrete after 1, 3, 7, 14 and 28 days with respect to the grade of concrete we use.
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PUMPED CONCRETE PUMP TYPES & SELECTION
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 28, 2011
This method is used where large quantity of concrete work is involved at greater height, where other means of transporting is not easy to do.
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DISTRESS OF CONCRETE AND REMEDIAL MEASURES
The Constructor
MARCH 5, 2013
Distress in concrete members occurs with age due to corrosion in reinforcement, loading, settlement of foundations etc. This distress in in building.
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EXPOSURE CONDITIONS AFFECTING DURABILITY OF CONCRETE
The Constructor
AUGUST 10, 2012
These are: Mild exposure Moderate exposure Severe exposure Very severe exposure, and Extreme exposure.
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FAILURE MODES OF CONCRETE COLUMNS
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 13, 2014
Reinforced concrete column is a compression member and transfers the loads from structure to the ground through foundations. There are three types of. Design Guide How To Guide Structural Design Structural Engineering Design Design cosiderations'
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EPOXY INJECTION FOR CONCRETE CRACK REPAIR
The Constructor
MAY 17, 2014
Epoxy injection for Concrete Crack Repair in foundations, basements, beams, columns, slabs, walls and other concrete structures Injection of. How To Guide Repair/Protection Guide Strengthening & Retrofitting Videos'
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235 CELLULAR LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE?FLY ASH BASED
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 22, 2011
It has many advantages when compared to the normal conventional concrete. Fly ash is considered as one of the waste industrial product that cannot be easily disposed.
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244 Raft Foundation- Design Requirements and Applicability
The Constructor
MAY 19, 2019
A raft or mat foundation is a sizable concrete slab or slab and beam system which support all the loads of superstructure through walls or columns in.
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203 FACTORS AFFECTING STRENGTH OF CONCRETE
The Constructor
MARCH 21, 2012
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230 PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS FOR FORMWORK & RELEASE AGENTS
The Constructor
MARCH 19, 2012
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REPAIR OF POST CONCRETING DEFECTS IN STRUCTURES
The Constructor
MARCH 20, 2012
Cleanliness: when repairing concrete, care must be taken to remove any dirt or dust that will prevent the repair concrete bonding with the parent concrete. Expediency: The longer the repair is left, the more work has to be done, and the less likely that the repair will blend in.
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How to Pour a Concrete Slab for a Shed?
The Constructor
JANUARY 1, 2019
Pouring concrete slab is considerably crucial to construct strong and durable slab that makes a good foundation for a shed. Concrete slab keeps the.
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223 TYPES OF PRECAST CONCRETE CLADDING & FEATURES
The Constructor
AUGUST 7, 2012
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223 Common Defects in Concrete Formwork Systems
The Constructor
MAY 31, 2018
Concrete formwork systems suffer from several deficiencies such as defects due to imperfect design and construction practice, defects in foundation.
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