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Advantages And Disadvantages Of Cement Concrete Roads: What You Need To Know

The Constructor

Cement concrete roads are one of the most popular and trusted road construction and repair options. They are a durable, strong, and cost-effective solution that has been used for decades to achieve a smooth, even road surface.

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Placement and Compaction of Roller-Compacted Concrete in Dam Construction

The Constructor

Roller-compacted concrete (RCC) is a type of concrete that can support a roller during its unhardened state while it is being compacted. The placement and compaction of RCC is a rapid construction process and therefore its success relies on the pre-construction planning and coordination of all interrelated activities.

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Which are the machineries used for the construction of concrete roads?

The Constructor

Which are the types of machinery used for the construction of concrete roads? The post Which are the machineries used for the construction of.

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What is Low-Noise Concrete Pavement?

The Constructor

Nowadays, controlling traffic noise has become an important criterion in the design and construction of transportation infrastructure. The noise pollution due to vehicular movements can be minimized through the construction of noise barriers or low-noise concrete pavement, with the latter being the most efficient method.

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Prinoth and McNeilus Develop Off-road Mixer

Construction Equipment

Prinoth and McNeilus have introduced a tracked concrete mixer for the off-road construction market. Multi Machine, the Prinoth dealer for the Northeast, decided to add a concrete mixer to their national rental fleet so contractors could gain access in hard-to-reach locations. The tracked mixer…

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Fly Ash for Concrete Pavement Construction

The Constructor

Fly ash is an important ingredient used for the production of cement-based materials like concrete, mortar, etc. One primary application of fly ash.

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Why Does Concrete Have Lines?

CivilJungle

Why Does Concrete Have Lines? Concrete is a ubiquitous material in modern construction. It is used for a wide range of applications, including building foundations, bridges, dams, and roads. One characteristic of concrete that is often. Read more