The Constructor
NOVEMBER 1, 2011
The problem areas, effects in foundation and defects in structure due to those causes are presented here. Problem Areas Effect on foundation Defects in structure Insufficient depth of foundation (mostly in soft clayey soil) Movement of foundation due to changes in water table seasonally, and movement due to trees and vegetation.
The Constructor
AUGUST 16, 2012
Rubble Stone Soling: The rubble stone generally used are of best variety of black trap / granite / basalt or other variety of stone available locally. The stone should be hard, durable free from defects and of required size as required at site or as per specification. Tweet Loading GET LATEST TOPICS IN YOUR EMAIL- SUBSCRIBE NOW.
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The Constructor
NOVEMBER 15, 2011
The following points should he observed while setting out trenches: (i) Profiles, nails, strings and lime are used for Setting out the foundation plan. (ii) 2) The axial lines (center lines) of the trenches are marked with the help of profiles, sighting rails, strings and pegs. (3)
Construction Specifier
APRIL 13, 2023
Material testing puts resources such as soil, concrete, rebar, structural steel, and masonry, through a series of tests which examine and analyze the material’s performance before and during construction. The required services are determined by the type of project, land, foundation, and location it is built upon.
The Constructor
NOVEMBER 11, 2011
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The Constructor
NOVEMBER 8, 2011
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Construction Cost Estimating
AUGUST 14, 2017
The main objective of civil engineers is to plan, design, build, operate and maintain roads, bridges, dams, water supply schemes, sewerage systems, transportation, harbors, canals, dockyards, airports, railways, factories and large buildings.
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