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How to Identify Concrete Distress in Visual Inspection Report?

The Constructor

Concrete may suffer from several types of distresses, such as delamination, chalking, crack, and flaking, that must be accurately described and identified in the visual inspection report. This helps engineers […]. The post How to Identify Concrete Distress in Visual Inspection Report? appeared first on The Constructor.

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Precautions for Bored Piles Construction and Inspection

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There are several precautions that need to be considered while inspection and construction of bored pile foundation is preceded. These precautions.

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Visual Inspection of Underwater RCC Structures -Tools and Limitations

The Constructor

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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Inspection of Underwater Concrete Structures -Methods, Types and Purpose

The Constructor

Inspection of underwater concrete structures is required for maintenance and repair works. Methods, types and objectives of underwater concrete.

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5 Helpful Resources for Designing & Building with Engineered Wood

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APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION Multifamily Housing Engineered wood’s combination of benefits—from beauty and versatility to sustainability and strength—has made it a popular material for commercial projects such as mixed-use buildings, low-rise office structures and even eight-story mass-timber high rises.

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“Project Superintendent” Training Program Aims to Help Home Builders Pass Inspections

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“Project Superintendent” Training Program Aims to Help Home Builders Pass Inspections. An additional benefit is the possibility of earning Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB) continuing education units (CEUs) for license holders such as architects and engineers, contractors, inspectors, plans examiners, etc.

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INSPECTION OF A BRIDGE STRUCTURE - The Constructor

The Constructor

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