GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 15:10. June 07, 2018. The three types of waterproof tanking are: Waterproof concrete , where admixtures are added to the concrete to make it stronger and less permeable to water. Admixtures are simply incorporated into the concrete mix. Waterproof tanking techniques. Phillip.fry@gc….

Waterproofing Systems 114

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Wall Systems 114

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. This concrete construction method allows for above ground construction work to be carried out at the same time as excavation of the basement, resulting in significant time savings. Construction of concrete floor slabs.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Quality Control Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. Construction of concrete floor slabs. Concrete challenges in top down construction. There are typically space constraints in top down construction, particularly when pouring foundations underground. Phillip.fry@gc….

Concrete Pouring 60

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GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Concrete construction innovations. Thu, 10/04/2018 - 09:45. October 04, 2018. Control flow concrete construction. Mass pours. One of the latest innovations in concrete construction is the development of an entirely new type of concrete. This is where control flow concrete comes in. 6-8” slump.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Cost Control Building Controls Foundation Systems 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Usually the amount of water used in concrete is much more than is required to hydrate the cement. This excess water takes up space in the concrete, forming a network of capillary voids. Creating waterproof concrete.

Waterproofing Systems 104

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Pre-applied Waterproofing: Understanding concrete bonding methods. Mon, 05/28/2018 - 14:32. May 28, 2018. Instead of pouring the foundation and then applying waterproofing to the outside of the foundation wall, pre-applied waterproofing is placed before the foundation is poured. Phillip.fry@gc….

Concrete Pouring 60

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. The waterproofing membrane for the Doha Metro needed to withstand demanding conditions, including ground water, an average annual temperature of 32°C, and the presence of chlorides and sulphates, which attack the reinforcement and the concrete. Waterproofing mass transit systems.

Waterproofing Systems 102

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Wall Systems Foundation Systems 102

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 3, 2018

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 11:42. April 03, 2018. The waterproofing membrane for the Doha Metro needed to withstand demanding conditions, including ground water, an average annual temperature of 32°C, and the presence of chlorides and sulphates, which attack the reinforcement and the concrete. Waterproofing mass transit systems.

Waterproofing Systems 103

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Cold Weather Concreting Practices. Mon, 02/12/2018 - 15:16. February 12, 2018. Building in the wintertime can involve special considerations, particularly when it comes to pouring concrete in cold weather. MPa), which is about two days for most concrete maintained at 50°F (10°C). Cover the concrete.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Curing Piping Installation Building Controls 60

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 31, 2018

Thu, 05/31/2018 - 15:56. May 31, 2018. In 2013, the ASTM C94/C94M Standard Specification for Ready-Mixed Concrete was revised to allow water additions during transit, for trucks equipped with automated slump and water management systems. How does an in-transit concrete management system help to accomplish this?

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Facility Management Structural Systems 60

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 2018

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:16. September 17, 2018. Water is under pressure below ground and forces its way through even the smallest cracks in the concrete. Concrete is also susceptible to damage in coastal areas. Waterproof concrete. Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures. Phillip.fry@gc…. Table of contents.

Waterproofing Systems 103

Waterproofing Systems Concrete Pouring Structural Systems Foundation Systems 103

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:31. February 26, 2018. Why prepare the concrete slab? But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab.

Concrete Pouring 97

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GCP Applied Technologies

SEPTEMBER 21, 2018

Fri, 09/21/2018 - 10:54. September 21, 2018. Unlike post-applied waterproofing where the waterproofing membrane is installed on top of hardened concrete, pre-applied waterproofing is installed in the formwork before the reinforcement and concrete are placed. The concrete is then poured directly onto the membrane. .

Waterproofing Systems 104

Waterproofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Concrete Pouring Structural Systems 104

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Mon, 12/17/2018 - 15:45. December 17, 2018. Historically, the term "high-strength concrete" (HSC) has been relative. Silica fume (42 kg/m 3 ) was specified into the concrete mix design for Two Union Square. michael.delros…. GCP Applied Technologies.

Concrete Pouring 60

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Mon, 02/19/2018 - 11:31. February 26, 2018. Why prepare the concrete slab? But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement 60

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUST 1, 2023

This growth created the need for expanded infrastructure and was the driver behind the 2018 City Bond for Streets and Mobility Improvements. The two water mains had to be connected by a 36-inch butterfly valve inside a cast-in-place concrete vault – in the middle of an active intersection.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 20, 2024

The 2018 International Plumbing Code ( IPC ) Section 1101.7 Photos and illustrations courtesy Engineering Consulting Services (ECS) Midwest LLC Installing insulation on a concrete roof deck using a compatible adhesive, adhering to best practice guidelines for secure material placement. The material mixture is mixed and poured on site.

Roofing Systems 59

Roofing Systems Piping Installation Concrete Pouring Wall Systems 59

GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 1, 2018

Reduce variability with an in-transit concrete management system. Fri, 06/01/2018 - 14:03. June 01, 2018. One way ready-mix producers can minimize leakage—rejected loads, back charges and material inefficiencies—is through improved consistency truck to truck, reducing variability of the concrete. michael.delros….

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Building Radar

JANUARY 14, 2020

For the first time, robot arms are applying layers of fast-setting concrete. Other processes use a mix of concrete and glass fibers, which makes it possible to build even large concrete buildings. Simultaneous expression of concrete polymer foam for insulation is also already possible.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

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GCP Applied Technologies

AUGUST 24, 2018

Fri, 08/24/2018 - 10:23. August 24, 2018. This type of system is applied below grade, prior to the pouring of the concrete and is highly effective and efficient as it provides the dual benefit of waterproofing and gas protection in a single layer. The concrete then engages with the membrane’s pressure sensitive adhesive.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Health Regulations 60

UK Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

The post Exploring the Benefits of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC) appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Do you know that reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC) has played a significant role in public building construction over the past decades? The estimated lifespan of RAAC planks is approximately 30 years.

Safety Regulations 62

Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement Building Materials Manufacturing Roofing Systems 62

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

million square feet of concrete and asphalt pavement Sunport Boulevard Extension | Bohannan Huston, Inc. The four-lane divided highway also features a protected bike lane, shielded from traffic with a concrete wall barrier. After consideration from the project team, it was decided to utilize a fabric formed concrete mattress.

Engineering 130

Engineering Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Consulting 130

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 16, 2018

Ready mix concrete resource. Wed, 05/16/2018 - 15:56. August 27, 2018. The perishability of ready mix concrete makes it a complex product to ship. There's also a growing demand for sustainable concrete, to lower cement's carbon footprint—5% of global emissions come from cement production. Sustainable concrete.

Concrete Pouring 108

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Optimization 108

Construction Specifier

JUNE 5, 2024

Different materials such as concrete, masonry, gypsum sheathing, or wood may require different thicknesses. This is a Portland cement-based, troweled applied water-resistive air barrier designed for use as part of stucco systems directly applied to poured concrete and masonry substrates. helps ensure compatibility.

Building Code Compliance 59

Building Code Compliance HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 59

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 16, 2018

Ready mix concrete. Wed, 05/16/2018 - 15:56. August 27, 2018. The perishability of ready mix concrete makes it a complex product to ship. There's also a growing demand for sustainable concrete, to lower cement's carbon footprint—5% of global emissions come from cement production. Contents: Concrete mix design.

Concrete Pouring 60

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Quality Control Building Optimization 60

Viewpoint Construction Technology

FEBRUARY 28, 2019

The fall occurred when a section of formwork gave way while they were pouring concrete. Construction safety and health research firm, CPWR noted in its Q2 2018 report that from 2011 to 2016, 609 workers lost their lives at road work zones across the United States. billion I-4 Ultimate project in Orlando, Fla.

Project Management 69

Project Management Building Performance Measurement Construction Management Change Management 69

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

Whether you’re pouring concrete or tracking project costs, it’s a powerful thing when so many people can point to a single project and say, “we did that.” Yesenia Rivera Martinez , Largo Concrete, Inc. Largo Concrete, Inc. Yesenia is a Senior BIM/VDC Engineer Manager for Largo Concrete, Inc., Yoanna Ruseva , ISG.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) Project Management 52