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PRESTRESSED CONCRETE OVER REINFORCED CONCRETE.

The Constructor

There are two ways of overcoming this problem: Embed another material in the concrete which is strong in tension – reinforced concrete Remove the tension altogether – by arching or prestressing. In practice, reinforced concrete beams are designed on the assumption that cracks will occur under their service loads.

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How to Do a Takeoff in Construction: A Step-by-Step Guide   

Autodesk Construction Cloud

In many cases, estimators refer to the project plans, models, and documents, then begin creating the list of materials from there. . In practice, construction takeoffs are incredibly detailed documents that outline the specific types of materials required, along with their measurements and pricing. QTY: 1000 . UNIT PRICE: $xx .

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Brick Laying Robot, Hadrian X, Completes First Commercial Building

Construction Junkie

To add to the complexity of this project, the robot had to account for concrete and steel lentils, which were installed in the middle of the project, and also its first heavy storm, including hail, high winds, and rain. The robot was able to lay the block, with its dimensions converting to roughly 15in x 9in, by 3.5

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How Much is Poor Construction Document Management Costing You? 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

As teams get larger and construction projects become more complex, proper document management needs to be an integral part of your workflow. Poor document management is detrimental to a project and can lead to delays, budget overruns , and rework. trillion in 2020.

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Damage Control: 5 Ways to Manage Construction Mistakes

Autodesk Construction Cloud

About 1,750 concrete panels used for the metro stations walls ended up having the wrong concrete mix. Instead of the installed panels lasting for 100 years, water would be able to penetrate the concrete to deteriorate the materials at a faster rate. 2: Thoroughly Document Mistakes.

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Why Collaboration Is Key in Construction

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Accountability. Collaboration naturally creates accountability. This helps determine what’s negotiable and what isn’t, as well as what needs to stay concrete and what can be modified or adjusted. There’s no need to gather documents, make multiple calls, or track down team members in the field.

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Construction Business Owner Blogs

Construction Business Owner

ACCOUNTING |. Accounting & Finance. I mentioned last week that I was busy preparing for the World of Concrete trade show in Las Vegas. Venture tools are built to give contractors visibility and control over three key areas of construction operations: Documentation. Document Management. Tags accounting.