GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Usually the amount of water used in concrete is much more than is required to hydrate the cement. This excess water takes up space in the concrete, forming a network of capillary voids. Creating waterproof concrete.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Usually the amount of water used in concrete is much more than is required to hydrate the cement. This excess water takes up space in the concrete, forming a network of capillary voids. Creating waterproof concrete.

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GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 1, 2018

Making the most of air entrained concrete. Mon, 10/01/2018 - 10:55. October 01, 2018. Air entraining agents (AEA) are used to entrain air in concrete when a structure will be exposed to moisture, freeze thaw cycles and deicing chemicals. Concrete is a porous material and water moves through these pores.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 23, 2018

What type of concrete is best for my project? Fri, 03/23/2018 - 16:27. March 23, 2018. There’s been a lot of talk about the benefits of high flow concrete, but how do you know when to use it and when conventional concrete is sufficient? First, let’s define the different types of concrete. Phillip.fry@gc….

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:31. February 26, 2018. Why prepare the concrete slab? There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. Phillip.fry@gc…. Related articles.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

Control flow concrete increases productivity for precasters. Wed, 03/21/2018 - 11:50. March 21, 2018. According to a recent study by Allied Market Research, the demand for greater energy efficiency and faster construction is driving an increase in the use of precast concrete systems. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 18, 2018

The changing construction technology landscape and our clients’ innovative uses of technology were in the spotlight for Day Three of Collaborate 2018. The 2018 Viewpoint Technology Award Winners. Each company was presented with their award and audience members got to hear their stories first hand through a special morning presentation.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Mon, 12/17/2018 - 15:45. December 17, 2018. Historically, the term "high-strength concrete" (HSC) has been relative. Cement and supplementary cementitious materials. michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies. 56- or 91-day test results).

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

P2P Initiative can advance further via in-transit concrete management system. Mon, 05/14/2018 - 11:17. May 14, 2018. One of the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association’s (NRMCA) goals is to advance the industry away from prescriptive specifications into more versatile performance specifications†. Phillip.fry@gc….

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 2, 2018

Fri, 11/02/2018 - 19:24. November 02, 2018. In this article, we'll address how a ready mix plant can earn points in four of these five categories, by incorporating an in-transit concrete management system into its truck fleet. Material acquisition. Sustainability guidelines for ready mix plant certification. Production.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 1, 2018

Monitoring mix design performance with an in-transit concrete management system. Fri, 06/01/2018 - 14:37. June 01, 2018. Ready mix concrete producers can optimize fleet processes and avoid overdesign—adding extra cement to the mix—by way of an in-transit concrete management system , which is installed on every ready-mix truck.

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 24, 2018

Mon, 09/24/2018 - 11:14. September 24, 2018. By creating an integral bond with the poured concrete, the waterproofing barrier prevents water ingress, even at high hydrostatic pressure. . These conditions are highly corrosive to concrete. Digging deep: Deep foundation design challenges. Phillip.fry@gc…. Dewatering.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 30, 2018

Mon, 04/30/2018 - 15:49. April 30, 2018. Cement is the world’s most prevalent man made material, with approximately 0.56 It binds concrete, which is used to construct much of the built environment – including homes, schools, offices, roads, runways, tunnels and bridges. Concrete admixtures . Concrete admixtures.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 30, 2021

For nonresidential buildings with concrete structural floors and suspended acoustic panel ceilings, the information and test data are limited. 6 in the 2018 volume for hospitals). in the 2018 version). earn a minimum ceiling attenuation class (CAC) rating of 35. Requirements in building standards.

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 30, 2018

Thu, 08/30/2018 - 15:30. August 30, 2018. The way to reduce water content in a concrete mix, without sacrificing workability, is through the use of water-reducing admixtures. Water reducers and superplasticizers, among other concrete admixtures, have become essential in the ready mix concrete industry.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 27, 2018

Tue, 02/27/2018 - 14:43. February 27, 2018. Concrete decks like this need to withstand not just incredibly high vehicle and foot traffic but the risk of fuel spills. The waterproofing material can simply be sprayed, and will cure to form one solid, seamless surface. Flying high with SILCOR® liquid waterproofing.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 13, 2022

In ready-made design, the homeowner gauges the process by seeing building photos of different building materials and architectural sites and checking the procedures. Contractors and building materials also help fulfill the dream by listening to us carefully. Selecting The Right Materials. Lighting And Automation. Furnishing.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JANUARY 31, 2019

billion in new construction permits issued in 2018, while in-state neighbor Nashville currently has 18 projects underway valued at $100 million or more, including two $1 billion projects. New building materials could make homes and buildings more resistant to wildfires. The Memphis, Tenn. Region saw $1.3 Wildfires. Want more?

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 16, 2018

Wed, 05/16/2018 - 11:53. May 16, 2018. If you’re like most concrete producers, you’re already well versed in the benefits of pozzolans, including fly ash and ground-granulated blast-furnace slag, for improving the durability and strength and reducing the permeability of concrete. Concrete admixtures.

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Construction Cost Estimating

DECEMBER 1, 2017

Prasant Dixit has written an exclusive construction book alias Civil Engineering GATE 2018. The entire coverage of the syllabi in the book remains equivalent to the format of the exam along with appropriate study material and different types of questions having their complete solutions. The book is available in paperback version.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Fri, 05/11/2018 - 15:33. May 11, 2018. Flooring material should reflect and support the store’s brand identity. For example, if you’re choosing flooring for a natural food store, you may want to consider flooring that has the appearance of a natural material. Some flooring materials can be extremely slippery when wet.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:16. September 17, 2018. Water is under pressure below ground and forces its way through even the smallest cracks in the concrete. Water infiltration can cause problems by corroding the structure and damaging materials housed within the building. Concrete is also susceptible to damage in coastal areas.

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Fri, 09/21/2018 - 10:54. September 21, 2018. Unlike post-applied waterproofing where the waterproofing membrane is installed on top of hardened concrete, pre-applied waterproofing is installed in the formwork before the reinforcement and concrete are placed. The concrete is then poured directly onto the membrane. .

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GCP Applied Technologies

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Tue, 11/06/2018 - 12:31. November 06, 2018. Whether considering natural materials or synthetic, be sure to check the manufacturer’s wear rating to ensure it is up to the task. Choosing low-maintenance materials can help reduce costly and labor-intensive housekeeping tasks, while simplifying room turnover. Phillip.fry@gc….

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Fri, 05/11/2018 - 15:33. May 11, 2018. Flooring material should reflect and support the store’s brand identity. For example, if you’re choosing flooring for a natural food store, you may want to consider flooring that has the appearance of a natural material. Some flooring materials can be extremely slippery when wet.

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CivilJungle

JULY 3, 2020

OPC (Ordinary Portland Cement) is one of the most popular construction building materials used all across the globe. PPC has now become the first choice because of the use of pozzolanic materials that’s imparts better properties to the cement. Concrete is workable, possess, fattiness, cohesiveness, plasticity.

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Portland Housing Concrete Construction 59

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:18. April 03, 2018. For projects where high moisture in the concrete slab is an issue, installers may automatically turn to one of the lower-cost “high-performance” adhesives on the market rather than using a rolled moisture barrier specifically designed for moisture mitigation. Phillip.fry@gc….

Concrete 60

Concrete Products Budgeting Budget 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Mon, 05/14/2018 - 12:08. May 14, 2018. If the waterproofing membrane has a mechanical bond, any concrete cracking can easily result in water traveling between the structural concrete and the waterproofing membrane. Pre-applied Waterproofing: Understanding concrete bonding methods. Phillip.fry@gc…. Related articles.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:18. April 03, 2018. For projects where high moisture in the concrete slab is an issue, installers may automatically turn to one of the lower-cost “high-performance” adhesives on the market rather than using a rolled moisture barrier specifically designed for moisture mitigation. Phillip.fry@gc….

Concrete 60

Concrete Products Budgeting Budget 60

Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

In its most recent report, it found 600 million tons of construction and demolition (C&D) debris were generated in the United States in 2018. Nonetheless, the construction industry is making moves in the right direction, effectively reducing waste, reusing materials, and getting good recycling practices in place.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:05. April 03, 2018. The materials specified provided trouble-free resistance to hydrostatic pressure from the groundwater. Pre-applied Waterproofing: Understanding concrete bonding methods. Providing mission-critical waterproofing. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. BITUTHENE® waterproofing .

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Construction Marketing

MAY 3, 2018

The AEC Next Technology Expo + Conference is a must-attend event for all construction professionals in 2018. They continue to use dead materials like concrete, wood, and steel. The special event offers the most vendors, the most attendees, and the greatest number of offerings fit for your entire team.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 9, 2021

Concrete construction isn’t new, either. But only 8% of new houses are concrete-framed, whereas 91% are wood-framed, NAHB reports. Elsewhere, ICON, an Austin, Texas-based company that uses a giant 3D printer and concrete as a substrate, has built six such houses in a 51-acre master-planned property. The other 1% are steel.)

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 14, 2018

Mon, 05/14/2018 - 12:08. May 14, 2018. If the waterproofing membrane has a mechanical bond, any concrete cracking can easily result in water traveling between the structural concrete and the waterproofing membrane. Specifying below grade waterproofing. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:05. April 03, 2018. The materials specified provided trouble-free resistance to hydrostatic pressure from the groundwater. Providing mission-critical waterproofing. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies. How do you safeguard critical property and assets from water infiltration? BITUTHENE® waterproofing

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Airports Concrete Organization Risk 79

Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 30, 2018

This month’s stories bring some unique insights to the discussion, though, and they offer a sneak peek at JBKnowledge’s 2018 Construction Technology Report. JBKnowledge’s 2018 Construction Technology Report is currently in the works, and Construction Dive got access to the preliminary results.

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Industrial Construction Safety Contractors 166

CivilJungle

JANUARY 15, 2021

Plastic Roads are roads that are made completely of plastic or composites of plastic made with other materials. Difference between a Plastic Road and a standard road is that standard roads are made entirely of asphalt concrete , which consists of mineral aggregates and asphalt , where as plastic roads are made up of composites of plastic.

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