The Constructor

MARCH 26, 2013

INSPECTION AND TESTING OF STRUCTURES Post concrete inspection of concrete is essential to check for any damage or defects that may require repair.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 5, 2014

Liquid penetrant inspection is a non-destructive testing method for detection of crack penetration depth in concrete. How To Guide Non-Destructive Tests Concrete Technology Concrete Test Concrete Tests' This method is used when visual.

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The Constructor

APRIL 13, 2013

NEED FOR INSPECTION OF CONCRETE STRUCTURES: Inspection is the first step towards any maintenance. Concrete Technology How To Guide Repair/Protection Guide Repair/Maintenance Structual Inspection Structures'

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The Constructor

MARCH 31, 2020

Sketches or maps or pattern of different types of cracks which are commonly developed in concrete structures is considerably crucial to recognize in.

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Visualization Concrete Inspections 137

The Constructor

APRIL 1, 2017

Visual inspection is the most widely used method for inspection of underwater reinforced concrete structures. This technique is economical, and it.

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Visualization Inspections Concrete Engineering 202

The Constructor

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Construction of concrete block retaining walls, with step by step process, materials, advantages, applications and its construction inspection are.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 27, 2012

Inspection of Concrete Structures Concrete is inherently a durable material, but its durability under any given set of exposure conditions varies.

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Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 12, 2019

This civil engineering article focuses on the test method required for evaluating the concrete work. Concrete construction activities should be done on the basis of the job site specifications, methods and drawings. Minimum one set of cubes should be formed on each day concrete is laid irrespective of the quantity of concrete.

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The Constructor

APRIL 7, 2013

All equipment employed in the concrete crack repair operation must be inspected before, during, and after the repair project to ensure proper. Concrete Cracks Concrete Technology Construction Equipments Crack Repair Cracks equipments Repairing'

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Construction Cost Estimating

JANUARY 30, 2019

This civil engineering article sheds light on the required steps for post-concrete inspection as soon as decluttering of any concrete structure is completed. There should be a proper labeling system for the project that sustains traceability among the concrete test report and the Concrete Pour Card.

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The Constructor

MAY 29, 2012

Hence, the bridge must be regularly inspected and maintained for the benefit of its users. There are three levels of inspection: 1. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure. General inspection: Usual inspection of representative parts of a structure.

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The Constructor

DECEMBER 28, 2012

Ultrasonic Testing (Pulse Velocity Test) An ultrasonic test measures the velocity of an ultrasonic pulse through a concrete member or sample.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 5, 2019

based drone platforms to inspect and repair concrete infrastructure. Also, Unity Reflect will allow for Autodesk Revit changes to be seen instantly in Unity VR/AR systems and a Japanese firm will use U.S.-based

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The Constructor

FEBRUARY 22, 2020

Liquid penetrant test, also known as dye penetrant inspection (DPI) or liquid penetrant inspection (LPI), is a non-destructive testing.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 12, 2021

Photos courtesy American Institute of Concrete. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) published ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction , in October 2020. This standard specification establishes criteria for concrete construction that can be incorporated by reference into contract documents. by Michelle L.

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The Constructor

MAY 23, 2014

How To Guide Non-Destructive Tests Structual Inspection Structural Engineering Structural Evaluation Loads on Structures Structural Analysis Structural Design' Physical load test is required to determine the serviceability of the structure. Load arrangements, load intensity, loading criteria, instrumentation.

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

When the formwork is erected the concrete can be poured. When the concrete has reached the required strength the formwork can be poured. If the steel had been placed too close to the surface and the concrete had been poured then over time the steel may become exposed to moisture and corrosion will commence.

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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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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

Use of Precast Concrete in frames: There are two main types of precast building frame. Use of Precast Concrete for Floors: Each year the industry makes about 5 million square meters of precast floor slabs. Structural frames are mainly used for offices, car parks and retail developments.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Cracks in concrete beams due to increased shear stress 2. Cracks in concrete beams due to corrosion or insufficient concrete cover 3. Cracks parallel to main steel in case of corrosion in beams 4.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Therefore, it is in every owner’s interest to promote quality and require contractors who maintain the highest industry standards that are confirmed by certification, such as the ones offered by the American Concrete Institute (ACI). For example language, see “Concrete Floor Finishing.”. CONCRETE FLOOR FINISHING.

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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 size of movement depends upon the change in temperature and the coefficient of thermal expansion o f concrete.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 13, 2021

Mass Concrete: Large bridge piers , foundations , and such as dams like the massive structure , the mass concreting technique is used. For also, mass concrete strength , economy, uniformity, and other factors considered should take into account. The temperature shrinkage is the major problem in mass concrete work.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

Upon wetting, concrete tends to expand. These moisture-induced volume changes are a characteristic of concrete. If the shrinkage of concrete could take place without any restraint, the concrete would not crack.

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The Constructor

JANUARY 1, 2012

The benefits of using steel fibres in concrete are as follows: 1. It is generally not possible to achieve the same area of reinforcement to area of concrete using steel fibres as compared to using a network of reinforcing bars of wires.

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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 21, 2012

in dry conditions), it should be suitable for use in concrete. Aggregates: Quality of aggregates, its size, shape, texture, strength etc determines the strength of concrete. The presence of salts (chlorides and sulphates), silt and clay also reduces the strength of concrete.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

Nominal Mixes In the past the specifications for concrete prescribed the proportions of cement, fine and coarse aggregates. However, due to the variability of mix ingredients the nominal concrete for a given workability varies widely in strength.

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Construction Marketing

JULY 14, 2022

There are several different options including concrete, metal, and fabric. Concrete buildings can withstand more environmental wear over time, while metal buildings are low on maintenance, and fabric buildings can be put up and taken down easily. . With metal buildings, they should be inspected and cleaned once a year.

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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. 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.

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Concrete Transportation Foundation Design 240

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 shrinkage of concrete 3. Cracks in reinforced concrete columns due to increased load on the slab 4.

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ENR Construction

SEPTEMBER 6, 2017

of Transportation began Rush inspections of 16 red-listed bridges on Sept. 6 after a large piece of concrete fell off the N.H. The New Hampshire Dept. Route 102 Bridge onto moving traffic on I-93 in Derry, N.H. a week earlier.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

The concrete shall be deemed to comply with the strength requirements if: a) every sample has a test strength not less than the characteristic value;or b) The strength of one or more samples though less than the characteristic value, is in each case not less than the greater of : 1) The characteristic strength minus 1.35

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The Constructor

AUGUST 7, 2012

Advantages that make precast concrete cladding such an appealing option are: Durability: Assuming the panel design has been carried out with proper thought for rainwater flow over the surface of the building, it will weather well and not require frequent cleaning.

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HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Plus, these mechanicals often are installed underground, before concrete goes in and walls are laid out – so the construction team is essentially laying the grid for the entire mechanical system without any landmarks to guide them. Amped-Up Restaurant Construction Inspections. Projects Within A Restaurant Construction Project.

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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. 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.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2011

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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