Timbercrete: Components, Advantages, and Applications
The Constructor
JULY 13, 2022
Timbercrete is an environmentally friendly construction material, produced from a mixture of sawdust and concrete. It reuses waste products and.
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11 Advantages Of Fabric Buildings
Construction Marketing
MAY 27, 2022
Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. For instance, you can construct fabric structures for mining operations and storage equipment for landscaping, construction, and automotive businesses.
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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 18, 2023
Prefab steel construction is transforming the building landscape with its innovative approach. This method utilizes prefabricated components, offering a modern alternative to traditional building practices. Choosing between prefab steel and traditional construction involves matching the method to your project’s needs.
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What Is Underwater Concrete | Advantage & Disadvantage of Underwater Concrete | Application of Underwater Concrete | How Do They Pour Concrete Under Water
CivilJungle
MARCH 5, 2021
What Is Underwater Concrete? Underwater concrete is a form of construction material widely used in certain forms of structural engineering projects. In every other building in which the lower parts of the buildings are expected to remain underwater, underwater concrete should be used. Can Concrete Cure Underwater?
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What Is Lightweight Concrete | Properties of Lightweight Concrete | Uses of Lightweight Concrete | Advantages & Disadvantages of Lightweight Concrete
CivilJungle
MARCH 16, 2021
What Is Lightweight Concrete? Lightweight concrete can be defined as a type of concrete which includes an expanding agent in that it increases the volume of the mixture while giving additional qualities such as nailbility and lessened the dead weight. How much does Concrete Weigh? 10 pounds per cubic meter.
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What Is Ferrocement | Properties of Ferrocement | Uses of Ferrocement | Process of Ferrocement Construction | Advantages & Disadvantages of Ferrocement
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 11, 2020
The construction cost of the homes and the price of the building materials are rising day by day. It is very difficult for a common man to construct an affordable home. The only solution to this problem is to use Ferroconcrete Technology in the Construction Industry. Introduction of Ferrocement. What Is Ferrocement?
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What Is Cast-In-Situ Concrete | Cast in Place Concrete Advantages and Disadvantages | Concrete Casting Techniques
CivilJungle
JANUARY 29, 2022
What Is Cast-In-Situ Concrete? Cast-in-situ concrete is prepared, placed, and finished on the construction site. Another name of cast-in-situ concrete is poured-in-place concrete. Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., Definition of Cast in Place Concrete.
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Forces Acting on a Gravity Dam | Construction of Gravity Dam | Advantages & Disadvantages of Gravity Dam | Applications of Gravity Dam
CivilJungle
MAY 23, 2021
The Gravity dam is defined as a structure that is designed and constructed such that the own weight of the gravity dam resists the external forces. The Gravity dam is constructed from masonry or concrete. Gravity dams are massive structures that are constructed with the help of stone or concrete. Uplift Force.
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Concrete Release Agent | Functions of Releasing Agents | Types of Concrete Release Agent | Advantages of Release Agent | Concrete Form Release Oil
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Concrete Release Agent: Releasing agents are coatings added to the surface of the formwork prior to concreting , in order to allow quick removal of formwork or shuttering. If the appearance of the concrete surface is relevant, it is important to take care of the finishing surface of the shutter. Spray may be added.
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What Is Stone | Classification of Stones | Application of Stone | Advantages of Stone | Disadvantages of Stone
CivilJungle
MARCH 6, 2021
Stones were some of the essential construction materials in civil engineering. Also, Read: Joints of Stone Masonry | Type of Joints of Stone Masonry | General Principles Which Are Used in the Construction of Stone Masonry. As the total aggregate of concrete cement. Application of Stone: The application of stone are as follows.
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What Is a Concrete Surface Retarder | Types of Retarders | Advantages & Disadvantages of Retarder in Concrete
CivilJungle
MAY 12, 2020
What Is a Concrete Surface Retarder? Surface retarders, also know surface “deactivators,” are applied to fresh concrete to chemically delay the set of the surface mortar. Unlike concrete set retarders, they allow the rest of the concrete to cure normally , without affecting the setting rate or strength gain.
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What Is Epoxy Flooring | Application Process of Epoxy Flooring | Uses of Epoxy Flooring | Advantages & Disadvantages of Epoxy Flooring
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 21, 2021
To provide a high-performance, smooth, and durable surface that can last several years and withstand heavy loads, epoxy coatings are typically applied over concrete floors. The material for epoxy flooring is made of two components: resins and hardeners. Strong bonds from base materials like wood, concrete, and steel are created.
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Concrete mix design
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 6, 2020
Concrete mix design. concrete / mix design. . Control flow concrete. Control flow concrete. Of all the enhancements we can make to concrete through the proper use of admixtures, entrainment of air is the most difficult. Control flow concrete. michael.delros…. Fri, 03/06/2020 - 18:13. March 06, 2020.
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What Is Hempcrete | Hempcrete Blocks | Advantages & Disadvantages of Hempcrete Blocks | Applications of Hempcrete
CivilJungle
AUGUST 30, 2020
It is also known as hemp-concrete. Hemp is an agricultural crop that is used for construction material the combination of lime and cement. Hempcrete is basically a bio-based Construction material that is widely used to build, renovate, and restore various types of structures. Advantages of Hempcrete Blocks.
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What Is a Concrete Mixer | Types of Concrete Mixer | Specifications of the Concrete Mixer | How to Mix Concrete in a Mixer
CivilJungle
JUNE 9, 2021
Introduction of Concrete Mixer. Concrete is one of the main and widely used building materials in construction. Concrete is prepared by mixing cement , aggregates , and water. Traditionally concrete is prepared by manually mixing cement , aggregates , and water with the help of construction tools.
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Concrete Construction Tools for Construction Sites
CivilJungle
JUNE 8, 2021
Introduction of Concrete Construction Tools for Construction Sites. Concrete is one of the most widely used building materials in the Construction Industry. There are various types of concrete construction tools are used on the construction site. Construction Tools Used for Mixing of Concrete.
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What Is Concrete | Different Types of Concrete
CivilJungle
APRIL 26, 2020
What Is Concrete? Concrete is the final product resulting from mixing cement , aggregates (including sand), water, and mixtures. The first use of concrete was by the Roman Empire. The Pantheon is the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world, built-in 120 A.D. Different Types of Concrete. Dry lean Concrete.
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What Is Under-Reamed Pile Foundation | Uses of Under-Reamed Piles | Advantages & Disadvantages of Under-Reamed Piles | Application of Under Reamed Piles
CivilJungle
MARCH 22, 2021
A cast-in-situ concrete pile with such a widened bulb at the bottom, rendered either through cutting or scooping out all the soil or through other appropriate methods, is considered the Under-Reamed Pile. Under-Reamed Piles are often referred to as bored cast-in-situ concrete piles. Definition of Under-Reamed Pile.
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What Is Frost Wall | Types of Frost Wall | Requirements for Frost Wall Construction | Application of Frost Wall | Advantages of Frost Wall | Uses of Frost Wall
CivilJungle
MARCH 17, 2021
The Types of frost walls, their specifications, and applications are addressed. Any damage to the structural foundation would have an effect on the overall integrity of the construction. The design of buildings and structural components in extreme climates is therefore a very difficult process. Non-Load Bearing Frost Walls.
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What Is Hardened Concrete | Properties of Hardened Concrete
CivilJungle
JUNE 17, 2021
What Is Hardened Concrete? Hardened concrete is a type of concrete that is strong and have the capacity to bear the structural as well as service loads that are applied to it. Hardened concrete is one of the strongest and durable construction material s. What Is Concrete | 31 Different Types of Concrete.
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16 Types of Building Components | How a Building Is Constructed | 19 Different Types of Building Construction Phases
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 27, 2021
16 Types of Building Components. Components of Building are as follows. The structures are constructed well above DPC. The plinth beam is built according to the form of construction of the building as well as the condition of the surface. Substructure. Bedding for Footing. Superstructure. Damp Proof Course. Plinth Beam.
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What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Crushed Concrete Driveway Pros and Cons
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 3, 2022
What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate? Recycled concrete aggregates ( RACs ) are an alternative to the use in concrete of natural aggregates ( NA ). Recycled concrete aggregates ( RCA ) are aggregates produced by clean concrete waste that must contain very low amounts of other building waste – less than a few percent.
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What Is Pedestal | Functions of Pedestal | Methods of Construction: Pedestals | Advantages and Disadvantages of Pedestal
CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 17, 2020
To reduce this tendency of loads, the pedestal is adopted for the construction of footing & column. A concrete pedestal is a compression element provided to carry the loads from supported elements like columns, statues etc. Methods of Construction: Pedestals. Types of Pedestal: Advantages and Disadvantages.
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Concrete Batching | Concrete Batching Plant | Types of Batching of Concrete | Various Factors Affecting the Choice of Batching System
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 2, 2022
All About of Concrete Batching. Generally, concrete is a multipurpose , eco-friendly construction material that is widely used in most construction all over the world. Concrete is also an inexpensive material. Concrete is generally made of water, aggregate (fine or coarse), and cement (powder form).
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9 Types of Curing | What Is Curing of Concrete | Why Curing Is Important | Minimum Curing Period for Concrete Cement | How Long Does It Take for Concrete to Dry
CivilJungle
MARCH 1, 2021
What Is Curing of Concrete? Curing performs a crucial role in the growth as well as the resilience of concrete strengths. Since applying water to that same concrete mixture there is an exothermic process that tends to toughen the concrete. Such an approach is termed the curing of concrete. Why Curing Is Important?
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All About of Cold Joint in Concrete | What is Cold Joint Concrete | Effect of the Cold Joint Concrete | How to Avoid Concrete cold Joint | Concrete Cold Joint Repair
CivilJungle
JANUARY 4, 2022
Information of Cold Joint Concrete. Concreting is a critical process which required a strict supervision during placing and compaction of the concrete so as to achieve the desired strength. Cold joint in the concrete is a defect which occurs in the concrete due to improper or delayed placing of the concrete layers.
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Cost of Concrete Per Cubic Meter | Factors Affecting Cost of Concrete| How to Estimate Concrete Cost Concrete Rate Per Cu.M. | 1 Cu.M. Concrete Price
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 27, 2021
Introduction of Cost of Concrete Per Cubic Meter. Concrete is one of the most widely used and major construction materials that is used in the construction of almost every structure. There might be a question that arises in your mind that How much does concrete cost per cubic meter? Labor Rates. Specifications.
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Tensile Strength of Concrete| What is Tensile Strength of Concrete | Why Concrete Weak in Tension |Split Cylinder Test of Concrete | Tensile Strength Test Procedure
CivilJungle
JANUARY 11, 2022
Information of Tensile Strength of Concrete. Concrete is one of the most widely used versatile building materials in the Construction Industry which is used in the construction of various types of structures such as buildings , bridges, dams, and roads, etc. Also, read: What Is Concrete | 31 Different Types of Concrete.
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What Are Curb and Gutter | Types of Curb and Gutter| Advantages & Disadvantages of Curb and Gutter
CivilJungle
JUNE 26, 2021
There are various types of Curbs and gutters are used in the construction of light and heavy pavements of the road. Curb and Gutter are the structures that are made from concrete or asphalt which is used to collect the surface runoff water from parking lots or impervious surfaces. What Are Curb and Gutter? Barrier Curb and Gutter.
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What Is Hydraulic Cement | Hydraulic Cement Uses | How to Apply Hydraulic Cement | Advantages & Disadvantages of Hydraulic Cement
CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 27, 2020
The other types of cement cannot be used for the construction of the structures which are in contact with water. If we construct the underwater structures with the normal cement then it will undergo corrosion and get damaged. In this article, you will get to know all about the Hydraulic cement and the Hydraulic cement applications.
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The Best Concrete Sensor in 2020
Construction Junkie
JULY 16, 2020
A Review of Top Wired and Wireless Temperature and Strength Concrete Sensors. is a global company revolutionizing the construction industry by bringing smart testing technologies and real-time data collection to the forefront of every jobsite. This post was written by Aali Alizadeh, the CEO and Co-Founder of Giatec Scientific Inc.
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What to Do If the Concrete Cube Fails After 28 Days?
CivilJungle
APRIL 22, 2022
What to Do If the Concrete Cube Fails After 28 Days? Such a condition appears considerable duration on the construction point. This composition describes what to accomplish and not do during comparable circumstances on the construction pinpoint. So, What To Do If Concrete Cube Falls after 24 days? Cube Test of Concrete.
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What Is AAC Blocks | Disadvantages & Advantages of AAC Blocks | Why AAC Blocks Get Cracks | AAC Blocks Technical Specifications | Uses of AAC Blocks |
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 15, 2020
Another building material we have used in GreenWay Subdivision is autoclaved aerated concrete blocks (AAC blocks) for exterior walls. AAC Block full form: Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Blocks. ACC Block full form: Autoclaved Cellular Concrete Block. Cost of production higher than the ordinary concrete block or brick.
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All About of Construction Equipment | Types of Construction Equipment | Machines Used in Construction | Heavy-Duty Equipment
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 31, 2021
What is Construction Equipment? Construction tasks, earthwork operations are easily executed with the help of construction equipment. Construction machinery is used in construction projects and Construction equipment are used in building construction. Types of Construction Equipment.
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What Is Bond Breaker | Purpose of Providing Bond Breaker | What Is Concrete Bond Breaker | What is Bond Breaker Tape
CivilJungle
MAY 19, 2021
In the modern construction industry, the term “prefabrication” or “precast” holds a significant value. Concrete elements are generally of two types; those are Precast and cast-in-situ construction. Thus bond breaker is used to prevent cracks , which may appear in concrete surfaces due to temperature fluctuations.
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What Is Bond Breaker | Purpose of Providing Bond Breaker | What Is Concrete Bond Breaker | What is Bond Breaker Tape
CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 18, 2020
In the modern construction industry, the term “prefabrication” or “precast” holds a significant value. Concrete elements are generally of two types; those are Precast and cast-in-situ construction. Thus bond breaker is used to prevent cracks , which may appear in concrete surfaces due to temperature fluctuations.
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How to Build a Suspension Bridge | Suspension Bridge Facts | Suspension Bridge-Strength & Weaknesses | Advantages and Disadvantages of a Suspension Bridge
CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 13, 2020
Suspension bridges are one of the most popular choices in Bridge construction nowadays, due to the numerous advantages a suspension bridge provides over other bridge structures. In shape and structural components used in construction , it is very much similar to the cable-stayed bridge structure.
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What Is Slip Form? | Slip Form Construction | Slip Form Technique| Types of Slip Form System
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 26, 2021
Formwork is a temporary moulid that is used for the pouring of concrete. Slip Formwork is a special type of formwork and it is one of the advanced techniques which is carried out rapid construction of megastructures such as the construction of chimneys, towers, silos, road construction as well as Bridge construction.
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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab
CivilJungle
APRIL 5, 2021
Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. If reinforcement is required, slabs could also be pre-stressed or the concrete will be spilled over rebar positioned within the framework. Advantages of Flat Slab .
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What Is Falsework | Types of Falsework |Causes of Falsework Failures
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 26, 2020
The temporary structure used to support a permanent structure, material , plant, equipment, and people until the construction of the permanent structure has advanced to the stage where it is self-supporting. The design and construction of falsework are covered by BS 5975: 1982 Code of Practice for Falsework. What Is Falsework?
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Properties and benefits of Reactive powder concrete (RPC)
Construction Cost Estimating
SEPTEMBER 10, 2018
Reactive powder concrete (RPC) stands for the generic name for a class of cementious composite materials which contain superior physical properties, specifically ultra high strength and ductility. For water absorption, the application of fibres enhance the penetrability of both types of concrete. Advantages: 1.
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Polysulfide Sealant Vs Polyurethane Sealant | Functions of Sealants | What Is Polysulphide Sealant | What Is Polyurethane Sealant
CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 19, 2020
In building construction, the first stage is earth excavation , which is then followed by dewatering the trenches, laying of brick flat sloping and PCC layer, placing of reinforcement caging for the construction of footings, and finally the Concreting of foundations. Adhesive resins such as bitumen, tar, natural gum, wax etc.
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What Is Moment Frame | Types of Moment Frames
CivilJungle
JUNE 15, 2021
Moment frame is one of the best options which is widely used in the construction industry to design the structure in earthquake-prone areas. Reinforced Concrete Frame | Concrete Frame Construction | Concrete Building Construction | Frame Construction | Types of Frame. Types of Moment Frames.
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Tensile architecture: Where substance meets style
Construction Specifier
FEBRUARY 16, 2024
Photos courtesy Huntsman By David Peragallo Tensile architecture, also known as tensile structures or fabric architecture, is becoming a popular choice for applications such as stadiums, airport hubs, train and bus stations, exhibition halls, event pavilions, and temporary structures such as festival tents.
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