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Inspection & Testing Method of concrete

Construction Cost Estimating

This civil engineering article focuses on the test method required for evaluating the concrete work. Concrete construction activities should be done on the basis of the job site specifications, methods and drawings. Minimum one set of cubes should be formed on each day concrete is laid irrespective of the quantity of concrete.

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INSPECTION OF A BRIDGE STRUCTURE - The Constructor

The Constructor

Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure.

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Effective Marketing For Diverse Construction Job Categories

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Construction Managers Oversee the entire construction process, coordinating tasks, schedules, and resources. Estimators Analyze project blueprints and specifications to estimate labor, materials, and equipment costs. Conduct safety training and inspections to create a secure work environment.

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PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS FOR FORMWORK & RELEASE AGENTS

The Constructor

Depending on how big or complicated the pour is, the inspection may just take few minutes or it could take hours. Formwork pressures are function of height (including the height from which concrete is dropped into the forms) and are affected by concrete workability, rate of stiffening and rate of placing.

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REINFORCEMENT COVER AND PRE-CONCRETE CHECKS

The Constructor

When the formwork is erected the concrete can be poured. When the concrete has reached the required strength the formwork can be poured. If the steel had been placed too close to the surface and the concrete had been poured then over time the steel may become exposed to moisture and corrosion will commence.

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TYPES OF CRACKS IN CONCRETE BEAMS

The Constructor

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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STRUCTURAL USES OF PRECAST CONCRETE

The Constructor

Use of Precast Concrete in frames: There are two main types of precast building frame. Use of Precast Concrete for Floors: Each year the industry makes about 5 million square meters of precast floor slabs. Structural frames are mainly used for offices, car parks and retail developments.

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