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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Concrete Frame Construction – Types and Major Components
The Constructor
JULY 7, 2019
The concrete frame construction is a type of construction method which comprises a network of columns and beams to transfer the loads coming on the.
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7 Types of Construction Defects in Reinforced Concrete Structures
The Constructor
MAY 16, 2019
Construction errors are main factors that lead to the development of defects in concrete structure. Defects in concrete structures can be due to poor.
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Architectural Concrete Construction and Finishes
The Constructor
JULY 8, 2019
Architectural concrete construction needs special care in selection of the concrete materials, forming, placing, and finishing in order to achieve.
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Modes of Concrete Work Measurement at Construction Sites
The Constructor
MAY 24, 2019
Measurement of concrete works at construction is on of the crucial task that need to be conducted adequately and carefully. This is because.
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161 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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Swirl Finish Concrete- Construction, Practical Considerations, Applications
The Constructor
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
Swirl finish is one of the most exceptional type of concrete finish that is generated by concrete surface smearing in a uniform overlapping circular.
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Concrete Construction Technique
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Concrete has been known to mankind from the 19th century. In recent days, the evolution of use of concrete technologies has been vast. But the.
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Garage Concrete Floor Slab – Construction, Thickness and Cost
The Constructor
JANUARY 22, 2019
Garage floor slab construction process includes the preparation of base, erection of formwork, placement of reinforcement, pouring, compacting,
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Construction method of cement concrete road
Construction Cost Estimating
APRIL 2, 2019
The construction method of the road is started once the site is fully prepared. The concrete should be set in proper depth and for this purpose, 2.5 – 5 cm thick and 3 mtr long wooden sheeting should be applied. Then, the concrete should be arranged. Once concrete is set, it should be removed. are utilized for form work.
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Efficient material design, low-carbon concrete are critical to cutting GHG emissions in construction
BD+C
OCTOBER 22, 2019
Efficient material design and the use of low-carbon concrete are crucial to efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) during the construction process, according to a report from C40 Cities, Arup, and the University of Leeds.
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7 kinds of Construction failings in Reinforced Concrete Structures
Construction Cost Estimating
MAY 20, 2019
There can be happen several concrete defects in Reinforced Concrete structures which lead the concrete structures weak and make the building defective. It is known as a very versatile and reliable material though some construction faults and imprudence can lead to the growth of defects in a concrete structure.
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Construction Method Of Concrete Slab On Grade
Construction Cost Estimating
JULY 23, 2019
Slab on grade belongs to concrete floor slabs which are poured at grade or ground level to develop a foundation for a home. Prior to start the construction, contractors excavate the soil adjacent to the area where the foundation should be constructed and ensure that the ground has sufficient strength to support the structure.
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Concrete Meaning, Properties, Strength, Advantages & Construction
Construction Test
MAY 3, 2019
Concrete meaning or definition – Concrete is a composite material formed by the combination of cement , aggregate and water. We described concrete properties , strength , advantages and disadvantages. Concrete is the major construction material in civil engineering construction. Concrete Meaning.
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36 Top 5 Tools from World of Concrete 2019
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 6, 2019
The 5 hottest World of Concrete 2019 construction trends and the tools to go along with them, as told by tool guru Michael Springer and the editors of Construction Business Owner magazine, here. .
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Work Procedure for Cement Concrete Works For Mixes 1:2:4, 1:1.5:3
The Constructor
MAY 13, 2019
Detailed specifications for cement concrete provides step by step work procedure for various grades of concrete construction such as materials, mix.
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Hempcrete Blocks for Construction
The Constructor
JUNE 6, 2019
The construction industry has been actively looking out for more and more eco-friendly construction materials. Hempcrete or hemp concrete being a.
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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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Concrete Pavements for Car Parking – Features and Design Considerations
The Constructor
JUNE 4, 2019
Concrete pavements for car parking are constructed as slab-on-grade structures which are not subjected to heavy traffic and movement as compared to.
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How to get rid of common errors in concrete floor slab construction
Construction Cost Estimating
JULY 8, 2019
To get rid of common errors in concrete floor slab construction, various steps like perfect base preparation, mix design, placement, finishing, and curing should be taken. Typical concrete floor slab thickness in residential construction should be 4 inches. The concrete should not be enabled to freeze or dry out.
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40 Steps Involved in Concrete Construction of Buildings and Structures
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Concrete has been known to mankind from the 19th century. In recent days, the evolution of use of concrete technologies has been vast. But the.
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What is a Diaphragm Wall?
The Constructor
MARCH 21, 2019
Diaphragm wall is a continuous reinforced concrete wall constructed in the ground to support major construction activities. These act as a retaining.
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World’s Top Concrete Product Manufacturers
The Constructor
MAY 24, 2019
Concrete product manufacturing is a competitive industry in the field of construction. billion tons of concrete every. The world produces around 4.4
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World of Concrete 2019 Sees Best Attendance in 10 Years
Construction Business Owner
MARCH 5, 2019
What you need to know from the 2019 World of Concrete show as told my the editors of Construction Business Owner magazine.
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5 Monitoring Techniques for Early Strength Gain of Concrete in the Field
The Constructor
AUGUST 20, 2019
Monitoring early strength gain of concrete in the field is crucial task for the success of some construction works like starting critical shoring and.
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Requirements of High Performance Concrete
The Constructor
JULY 23, 2019
High performance concrete (HPC) is produced in order to meet several requirements which are crucial for a successful construction of buildings in.
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131 Grades of Ordinary Portland Cement Based on IS Codes
The Constructor
APRIL 7, 2019
Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is the most widely used cement in the construction world. It is the basic ingredient for producing concrete, mortar,
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[VIDEO] Concrete 3D Printer the Future of Home Construction
Construction Equipment
MAY 3, 2019
Paul Tinari, a civil and mechanical engineer, told Burnaby Now that his approach to creating a concrete-pouring… A British Columbia-based engineer says his 3D printer could soon be building homes in B.C. and around the world, claiming the machine can build a 2,700-square-foot home in 24 to 48 hours.
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76 How to Build Affordable Concrete Homes?
The Constructor
SEPTEMBER 24, 2019
Affordable concrete house construction is needed at current times more than ever before due to population growth, and other factors. The population.
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Various Standard Codes on Pile Foundations in Different Countries
The Constructor
JULY 9, 2019
Pile foundation is a long or slender column that is constructed from materials like reinforced concrete or steel. It is a type of deep foundation.
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Building in Cincinnati under construction by Turner partially collapses, leaving 1 missing
Construction Dive
NOVEMBER 26, 2019
Four workers were injured and one was still missing approximately 22 hours after the incident occured following a concrete pour on the seventh floor of a partically constructed building, Turner confirmed.
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124 Common methods for concrete construction
Construction Cost Estimating
MARCH 17, 2019
In this civil engineering article, you will get detail information on the most common methods for developing a concrete structure. Designing the concrete mix: The most vital part in the method is to find out the components that will form the concrete and their ratios.
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$7.5B 'mini-city' mixed-use project coming to Las Vegas Valley
Construction Dive
AUGUST 6, 2019
Bleutech Park's ambitious project features a range of technologies including connected infrastructure and buildings with self-healing concrete, and could create 25,000 construction jobs.
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122 Living in a Materials World
Viewpoint Construction Technology
MAY 7, 2019
It’s the skill of the labor, the creativity of the design and the intricacy of the engineering that shifts steel, concrete, brick, glass and so many other materials into finished work. Relying on manual processes in today’s modern construction era is no longer going to be a feasible option. based Midwest Concrete Materials, Inc.
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247 Atlanta's $5B Gulch project emerges as Centennial Yards
Construction Dive
MAY 16, 2019
The start of construction will see historic railway buildings transformed into lofts and a $500 million steel and concrete platform raising the site to street level.
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What are the options of rebaring of a new column into an existing 150mm slab
The Constructor
JANUARY 11, 2019
How to construct a concrete column over existing slab of 150mm? The post What are the options of rebaring of a new column into an existing 150mm.
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Formwork (Shuttering) for Concrete [Its Types, Design]
CivilSeek
JULY 2, 2019
Formwork (shuttering), centering and scaffolding are temporary works built for carrying out the construction of buildings. Columns of any shape (rectangular, circular, Read more Formwork (Shuttering) for Concrete [Its Types, Design]. The post Formwork (Shuttering) for Concrete [Its Types, Design] appeared first on CivilSeek.
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ACPA Names 2019 Pavement Awards
Construction Equipment
DECEMBER 9, 2019
The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) named winners of its 30th Annual “Excellence in Concrete Pavements” awards. The awards program encourages high-quality workmanship, quality, and creativity in constructing, rehabilitating, and restoring concrete pavement projects. The award-winning…
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Sustainable construction products and technologies
GCP Applied Technologies
NOVEMBER 28, 2019
Sustainable construction products and technologies. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE | SUSTAINABLE CEMENT | SUSTAINABLE BUILDING ENVELOPE. SUSTAINABLE CONCRETE. In addition, new IoT technologies like in-transit concrete management systems can reduce fuel consumption for ready-mix fleets and minimize rejected loads. Phillip.fry@gc….
$7.6M composite bridge in Florida nears completion, promises longer lifespan
Construction Dive
OCTOBER 24, 2019
The bridge uses fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) technologies instead of traditional concrete and steel construction in order to better combat rust and deterioration.
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86 What is an SDS Drill?
Construction Marketing
FEBRUARY 7, 2019
Before the advent of the SDS drill, it was very cumbersome and remarkably difficult for workers to bore holes into concrete or other similar surfaces. With these properties, SDS drills can effortlessly drill into wooden, metallic, concrete, and other hard surfaces. appeared first on Construction Marketing Association Blog.
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123 Floor moisture barrier
GCP Applied Technologies
JANUARY 9, 2019
Concrete moisture test methods. Ensuring good concrete-to-flooring adhesion. The imperative to get the job done quickly and efficiently may overshadow the need to fully test concrete slabs to determine whether moisture remediation is called for. ASTM F710: Preparing the concrete floor. Early moisture mitigation planning.
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Denver airport renovation delays add 3 more years
Construction Dive
JUNE 20, 2019
A new Great Hall Partners report notes that delays are primarily due to areas of weaker-than-expected existing concrete discovered in the terminal after construction started, but doesn't specify how the project got so off track.
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