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APRIL 15, 2020

The concrete is a versatile construction material used all over the world for all types of construction applications. Concrete in its green form can.

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OCTOBER 16, 2021

We all know that the main constituent of concrete is cement, which is obtained by breaking down calcium carbonate (limestone). When carried out on a.

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APRIL 21, 2021

Researchers from MIT Concrete Sustainability Hub (CSHub) are working in collaboration with the French National Center for Scientific Research (CNRS).

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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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JULY 19, 2022

Carbon concrete is a sustainable construction material produced from concrete and carbon fibers or bars. The carbon is incorporated into the concrete through mesh-like textile mats placed between its layers or as randomly or uniformly dispersed fibers throughout the concrete. Carbon bars can […].

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NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Building materials that can withstand direct or prolonged contact with flood water for at least a period of 72 hours without significant damage are considered flood damage-resistant building materials. The type of flood-resistant material used […].

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DECEMBER 10, 2022

Filler slab technology is an innovative and cost-effective technology where the dead load of the slab is reduced by replacing the concrete with filler material. The fundamental concept behind the filler slab is that an RCC slab does not need concrete located in the slab’s lower half for its construction.

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SEPTEMBER 30, 2020

The construction of concrete buildings is different from one structure to another based on the size, complexity, function, and materials of the.

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APRIL 19, 2020

The materials used to produce high strength concrete (HSC) should be of high quality to achieve designated concrete compressive strength.

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NOVEMBER 22, 2017

This Concrete Calculator calculates quantities of materials required for construction of concrete slabs, beams, columns, footings and trapezoidal.

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OCTOBER 15, 2022

Dusting, also known as chalking, is the formation of fine, loose powdery material on the surface of hardened concrete that can be swept away easily. The post Concrete Dusting: Causes and Preventive Measures appeared first on The Constructor. Dusting occurs due to a thin, weak layer of a […].

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Construction Business Owner

DECEMBER 17, 2019

Concrete cracks got you down? With modern tweaks and an age-old approach, field investigations into limiting high-frequency vibration to control the amount of concrete material separation in commercial applications, are successfully limiting the surface distresses in concrete pavements.

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AUGUST 17, 2020

Reinforced concrete is a widely used composite material made up of concrete and steel. In addition to steel, a few other concrete reinforcing.

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MARCH 26, 2024

Plain cement concrete (PCC) is a fundamental component of building construction, serving to prevent direct contact between reinforcement concrete and soil or water. In this article, we […] The post Plain Cement Concrete (PCC)- Work Procedure appeared first on The Constructor.

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DECEMBER 11, 2021

Concrete has excellent durability; that is why it is the most widely used construction material. However, design and construction practices, material.

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OCTOBER 2, 2020

Steel is a conventional reinforcing material used in construction for imparting tensile strength and ductility to concrete structures. Steel and.

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JANUARY 6, 2019

Cellular concrete is special engineered concrete which is manufactured by mixing Portland cement, sand, fly ash, water and pre-formed foam in varied.

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APRIL 13, 2023

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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DECEMBER 9, 2017

Materials Used in Bridge Construction Stones, Timber, Concrete and Steel are the traditional materials that are used to carry out bridge.

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DECEMBER 14, 2018

Calculating the cost of the concrete is an important step in the project estimate. The cost of concrete depends on the cost of materials, mix design,

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NOVEMBER 13, 2020

Textile-reinforced concrete (TRC) or fabric-reinforced cementitious matrix (FRCM) is a composite concrete material that employs textile reinforcement.

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JUNE 20, 2021

Fabric formwork is a building technology that employs geotextile fabrics as the formwork material for concrete construction. In general, fabric.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 7, 2019

Effectively managing the materials on jobsites with modern software can have a significant impact on contractors bottom lines. Every built environment turns raw materials into polished projects. But along the way, those material costs can start to add up, especially if the materials aren’t procured and managed properly.

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NOVEMBER 10, 2018

What is Batching of Concrete? The process of measuring ingredients or materials to prepare concrete mix is known as batching of concrete.

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JANUARY 5, 2020

Red bricks are one of the oldest and extensively used building material that is primarily made from clay. Solid concrete blocks are precast concrete.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 8, 2017

Sourcing materials for a project that meet a client’s need for durable, sustainable products that won’t have a negative impact on the project timeline can feel like a search for the Fountain of Youth. Understanding the finite nature of some of these resources is one thing.

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SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Admixtures are defined as the material other than the aggregate, water and cement added to the concrete. The use of suitable admixture can result in.

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SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

Micro concrete, also known as micorconcrete or MicroConcrete, is a cement-based coating applied to various surfaces like tiles and woods to provide.

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APRIL 13, 2020

High-performance concrete can be produced through the use of low w/c ratio, pozzolanic materials, packing aggregates densely, and improve transition.

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JUNE 8, 2019

There are various types of materials which are used for the repair of concrete structures. For instance, unmodified Portland cement mortar or grout,

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OCTOBER 16, 2020

Adjusting the slump of concrete is a part of the concreting process, which the contractors should manage properly and cautiously. The concrete slump.

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OCTOBER 24, 2018

Concrete Driveway construction is gaining higher popularity over asphalt or bitumen or other paving materials. Concrete driveways also called as.

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MAY 5, 2023

Pervious concrete is quickly becoming the material of choice for many construction projects due to its unique features and benefits. Not only can it reduce runoff and improve drainage, but it also provides superior energy efficiency compared to standard concrete.

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FEBRUARY 20, 2017

Use of plastic formworks for concrete construction has many advantages such as durability, cost and flexibility compared to other materials for.

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SEPTEMBER 18, 2022

As per ACI 116R-00, “No-slump concrete is a freshly mixed concrete that exhibits a slump of less than 25 mm”. Constituent materials of this type of concrete are similar to that of conventional concrete with the only difference being that no-slump concrete contains a greater quantity of aggregate.

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AUGUST 6, 2022

Evaporation is a critical factor that must be considered while concrete is poured in hot weather conditions. If the rate of evaporation is high, concrete surface can lose water quickly, leading to workability issues and plastic shrinkage cracks. The post How to Estimate Rate of Evaporation on Concrete Surface?

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OCTOBER 24, 2017

Construction of concrete block retaining walls, with step by step process, materials, advantages, applications and its construction inspection are.

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