Remove 2018 Remove Concrete Pouring Remove Quality Assurance Remove Wall Systems
article thumbnail

Using control flow concrete for top down construction

GCP Applied Technologies

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.

article thumbnail

Using control flow concrete for top down construction

GCP Applied Technologies

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. Fri, 05/11/2018 - 14:46. May 11, 2018. Commonly used in urban areas, top down construction is often used for high rise buildings with deep basements and for underground structures such as car parks and transit systems. . Construction of concrete floor slabs.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Tapered insulation systems: The art of roof drainage

Construction Specifier

1 The only exception noted in the code is for a coal tar based roof system. Roof drainage systems The basic roof drainage systems consist of: (1) Roof drains connected to interior drainage piping or (2) Roof perimeter edge with or without gutters and downspouts or through-wall scupper openings with or without a downspout.

article thumbnail

Key Elements in a Fluid-applied Barrier System Specification

Construction Specifier

By Karine Galla Air and water-resistive barrier systems play a crucial role in the longevity and performance of commercial buildings, and safeguarding against issues such as excessive energy consumption and moisture-related damage. In this scenario, impermeable air barriers will most effectively block moisture from entering the wall system.

article thumbnail

Exploring the Benefits of Reinforced Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (RAAC)

UK Construction Blog

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.

article thumbnail

40 Under 40: Champions of Construction 2021

Autodesk Construction Cloud

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. It’s the people serving this great industry that we are here to celebrate. Brady McKinney , Huston Electric. VDC/BIM Manager.