What is Glass Fiber Reinforced Concrete?
GFRC is an engineered concrete that has numerous applications in concrete products including ornamental structures, fountains, domes, and planters. …
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What is Steel Fiber Reinforced Concrete?
The use of steel fibers has led to the improvement of the concrete’s mechanical properties such as material toughness in tension and also …
Continue ReadingChannel Tunnel is the largest engineering project in history of humanity – Did you know it?
Come with me and we shall explore one of the world’s largest projects in history of humanity as well as a civil engineering wonder. To know surveying …
Continue ReadingVersatile Lightweight Concrete: Creative Construction Meets Structural Design
While still not light and resilient enough for a vehicle tire, properties of lightweight concrete lends creative architectural design possibilities to …
Continue ReadingThe Concrete Curing Process
Curing concrete is a complex process involving maintenance of proper temperature, humidity, circulation, and other factors. Cracks may develop and …
Continue ReadingWhat is Engineered Cementitious Composite (ECC)?
Engineered cementitious composites are designed to produce a strong and flexible material that can be used in numerous applications where fiber …
Continue ReadingDump Bodies & Concrete Trunk Mixers
The day-to-day transportation in the construction industry requires activities in severe terrain and load. Therefore, the choice of ideal vehicle and …
Continue ReadingHow Portland Cement is Made? Manufacturing Process of Portland Cement
Portland cement can be made by following two different processes – a dry one and a wet one. The manufacturing process has moved on significantly …
Continue ReadingTypes of Reinforced Concrete: Glass Fiber, Steel Fiber, and Engineered Cementitious Composite (ECC)
Fibers are utilized in cement to manage the cracking characteristics and reduce permeability. The surrounding concrete protects the steel used for …
Continue ReadingWhat is Fiber Reinforced Concrete?
Concrete reinforcement technology is not new and fibers have been used for reinforcement since ancient times. Popular fibers are made up of steel and …
Continue ReadingInformation about the US Cement Industry Information
The US is the third largest cement producer in the world. China ranks first and then India. There are over 100 cement plants in operation in 37 …
Continue ReadingFour Reasons Why Concrete Cracks
Cracks are one of the most common defects in concrete. This article will discuss the four main reasons for concrete cracking and how concrete surface …
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