Engineering Guide to Concrete: Best Practices
Concrete is a basic building block of our everyday world. It’s used in almost every type of structure that we build today. This engineering …
Continue ReadingConcrete is a basic building block of our everyday world. It’s used in almost every type of structure that we build today. This engineering …
Continue ReadingSlipform construction is an economical way of working with the concrete. It works well for any kind of construction, be it working with plain …
Continue ReadingPrecast concrete is easy to work with, but its performance against earthquakes does not live up to the expectations. Frequent failure of precast …
Continue ReadingWithout curing, concrete is just like brittle mixture of various construction ingredients that can break down under excessive loads or even under …
Continue ReadingPrestressed concrete pipes have lower construction costs and are more readily repaired in comparison to conventional concrete pipes. Repair of …
Continue ReadingProper preparation of the surface is the most important factor in achieving the bond between Ardex and the concrete surface being treated. No matter …
Continue ReadingConcrete signs, as seen in office parks and public spaces, are permanent markers. Letters can be raised or inset into the concrete. Footer design …
Continue ReadingCement content in any concrete has a direct relation to the strength of the concrete, its durability and impermeability. For tests for cement content …
Continue ReadingShotcrete is the application of concrete to any surface through mechanical means using pneumatic appliances. It avoids the use of formwork, and …
Continue ReadingAir entrained concrete has microscopic air bubbles in the concrete. Air bubbles provide durability for concrete exposed to freezing and thawing. These …
Continue ReadingThis article provides several useful calculations for concrete, such as the concrete cubic yard formula, concrete weight calculations, and a bags of …
Continue ReadingWhat the Romans taught us about concrete could fill a fairly thick book. The Romans learned that low water content and compaction are the keys to …
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