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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete

Construction Specifier

5 Stronger and safer buildings Concrete is the world’s most widely used construction material due to its significant performance, sustainability, and cost advantages. Concrete can also be produced from recycled products, plus it is recyclable and has a long lifespan. Most of its components are naturally occurring.

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The high cost of low maintenance

BD+C

Taking a look at a real-life case study, let’s look at a post-tensioned concrete parking garage that suffered from deferred maintenance. Constructed in 1978, the cast-in-place concrete structure included unbonded post-tensioned pan joist framing. The resulting cost is the square of $10,000, which totals $100,000,000.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Existing Concrete Information. 01 71 36 Non-Destructive Concrete Examination. 01 90 00 Life Cycle Activities. 02 25 16 Existing Concrete Assessment. Concrete Assessment Drilling. 03 00 00 Concrete. 03 01 00 Maintenance of Concrete. 03 01 10 Maintenance of Concrete Forming and Accessories.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Existing Concrete Information. 01 71 36 Non-Destructive Concrete Examination. 01 90 00 Life Cycle Activities. 02 25 16 Existing Concrete Assessment. Concrete Assessment Drilling. 03 00 00 Concrete. 03 01 00 Maintenance of Concrete. 03 01 10 Maintenance of Concrete Forming and Accessories.