The Constructor

MARCH 21, 2012

The size of movement depends upon the change in temperature and the coefficient of thermal expansion o f concrete. The coefficient of thermal expansion of concrete is influenced largely by the coefficient of thermal expansion of the aggregates since the aggregate occupies 70-80% of the volume of the concrete.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Cracks in reinforced concrete columns due to Steel Corrosion (cracks parallel to steel bars) 2. Cracks in reinforced concrete columns due to shrinkage of concrete 3. Cracks in reinforced concrete columns due to increased load on the slab 4. Cracks in reinforced concrete columns due to sulphate attack 5.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Upon wetting, concrete tends to expand. This type of shrinkage is caused by the loss of moisture from the cement paste constituent, which can shrink by as much as 1% per unit length. Unfortunately, aggregate provides internal restraint that reduces the magnitude of this volume change to about 0.05%.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 7, 2012

They may be load bearing, or they may be just decorative to act as a façade. The techniques that are used in the manufacture of panels permit a variety of finishes that imitate virtually any type of architecture at a fraction of the cost.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 7, 2012

In this case, the panels are designed and detailed by the engineer. Non-Load bearing cladding panel: A non-load bearing cladding panel must be designed, together with its fittings, to withstand the appropriate wind forces. The precast manufacturer checks the handling aspects and if necessary will modify the reinforcement accordingly.

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The Constructor

MARCH 21, 2012

in dry conditions), it should be suitable for use in concrete. Quality of Raw Materials: Cement: Provided the cement conforms with the appropriate standard and it has been stored correctly (i.e.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

This method is used where large quantity of concrete work is involved at greater height, where other means of transporting is not easy to do. Concrete pumps have been known for more than 50 years.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 10, 2012

These are the environments to which the concrete will be exposed during its working life. These are: Mild exposure Moderate exposure Severe exposure Very severe exposure, and Extreme exposure. The durability requirement, like clear cover to reinforcement steel is governed by these exposure conditions.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2011

WHY WE TEST CONCRETE SRTRENGTH AFTER 28 DAYS? WHY WE TEST CONCRETE SRTRENGTH AFTER 28 DAYS? Tweet Why do we test concrete compressive strength after 28 days? The table below shows the compressive strength gained by concrete after 1, 3, 7, 14 and 28 days with respect to the grade of concrete we use.

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

From the diagram above, we can see how the process unfolds. When the binding has set, the steel bars are placed into position.

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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

There is no grout loss, such as that from badly fitting formwork, which results in poor quality concrete like shown below. By careful selection of materials and finishing processes, a wide range of high quality finishes can be obtained.

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The Constructor

MARCH 23, 2012

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.

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The Constructor

MARCH 22, 2012

Following are the cases, which affect creep in concrete: When the aggregate volume is increased, creep will be less as the aggregate is more rigid than the cement paste. Creep can continue over a long period of time (more than 30 years in some cases) after the application of the load.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

It has many advantages when compared to the normal conventional concrete. Fly ash is considered as one of the waste industrial product that cannot be easily disposed. It solves the problem of disposal of flyash and at the same time it reduces the cost of the construction.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

Both the rate and degree of hydration, and the resulting strength of the final concrete, depend on the curing process that follows placing and consolidating the plastic concrete. This reaction, called hydration, produces a stone-like substance—the hardened cement paste.

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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

The following figures illustrate the precast concrete process: 1. The individual components are prefabricated off site then taken to site where they are erected.

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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

WHAT IS PRECAST CONCRETE? Tweet Precast concrete is cast under factory controlled conditions and not erected on site until it is fully hardened. Tweet Precast concrete is cast under factory controlled conditions and not erected on site until it is fully hardened.

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

Cleanliness: when repairing concrete, care must be taken to remove any dirt or dust that will prevent the repair concrete bonding with the parent concrete. Correct technique : The correct technique and the correct tools are essential for repairing damaged concrete.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 18, 2012

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 17, 2011

The shells are most commonly flat plates and domes , but may also take the form of ellipsoids or cylindrical sections, or some combination thereof.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 17, 2011

It is new technique involved in the civil engineering.Reactive powder concrete in made by replacing the conventional sand and aggregate by grounded quartz less than300 micron size, silica fume, synthesized precipitated silica ,steel fibers about 1 cm in length and 180 micron in diameter.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 24, 2012

Heat expansion of the cladding panel must be allowed for in the design. But considerations must also be given to loads that may be exerted on the cladding due to either its own or the supporting structure’s expansion during fire. Thus: Firstly the fixings must be flexible enough to allow for two dimensional movement.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 22, 2012

The stress strain curve of concrete lies between those of the aggregate and the cement paste. The aggregate is more rigid than the cement paste and will therefore deform less (i.e. have a lower strain) under the same applied stress. However this relationship is non-linear over the most of the range.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

Procedure for measuring bulk density of concrete is as per IS 1199 – methods of sampling and analysis of concrete. The steps are as follows: i)Take freshly mixed concrete from transit mixer by using wheel borrow. ii) Fill the cylindrical measure with concrete as soon as practicable after mixing.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 21, 2011

The concrete can be specified in two ways : a) by proportioning of the constituents /ingredients (nominal mix) b) by required strength (Design mix) Concrete is mixed by any two methods, based on requirement as per quality and quantity of concrete required.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

All of these elements are used by interior designers to develop a functional, safe, and aesthetically pleasing space for a building’s user. The work of an interior designer draws upon many disciplines including environmental psychology, architecture, product design, and traditional decoration (aesthetics and cosmetics).

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 16, 2011

Residential house site should be located away from the busy commercial roads. Good foundation soil should be available at responsible depth. This aspect saves quite a bit in the cost of the building. Residential site should not be located near workshops, factories, because such locations are subjected to continuous noise.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 14, 2012

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 11, 2011

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The Constructor

MARCH 26, 2012

Hybrid concrete construction can incorporate all the benefits of precasting, (e.g. The different materials are used according to their strengths and weaknesses to provide simple, buildable and competitive high-quality structures that offer consistent performance. economy, flexibility, moulability, continuity and robustness).

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The Constructor

JANUARY 14, 2012

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The Constructor

APRIL 2, 2012

This tie prevents the beam and the slab separating during the in-situ concrete screeding operation. This should lap with the projecting bars. Finally, in-situ concrete is poured. First, a rubber bearing is placed at the support point. When the slab is in position, a welded connection is made.

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The Constructor

MARCH 27, 2012

More efficiently, they can act compositely with the in-situ concrete. Indeed some beams, particularly in seismic areas are designed to act both compositely and non-compositely in the same span.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2012

For instance, the concrete sub and superstructure should not need replacing during 120 year design life. The items that will need maintenance and or replacement include: Bearings Waterproofing membranes Road surfacing Movement joints Parapets The road surfacing will have to be replaced over long stretches of the carriageway.

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The Constructor

MARCH 19, 2012

When concrete is fresh and in its liquid state it must be restrained within a mould in order for it to set in its required shape. A smooth outer surface provides the main support for the concrete as it sets. Formwork is the term used to describe this mould. For most in-situ pours, the formwork is made of wood.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 17, 2012

The complete pier segment is then used as an erection platform and launching base for all subsequent travelling formwork and concrete segment construction. Special formwork is positioned and cast-in-situ pier segment is begun. Cast-in-situ segments range between 3mm to 5m in length with formwork moving in tandem with each segment.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 1, 2011

Sulphate attack in concrete foundation and cement mortar below ground level. Movement in walls above ground level and expansion and deterioration of cement mortar and concrete below ground level. Cracking in walls in line of weakness in structure. Clayey soil with high sulphate content. Inadequate support to foundation from land-fill.

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