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Control flow concrete for mass pours

GCP Applied Technologies

Control flow concrete for mass pours. Mon, 10/01/2018 - 11:16. October 01, 2018. For these massive jobs, there is a concern both about the maximum temperature produced during concrete production and maximum temperature shifts that can occur before the concrete finishes curing. What is control flow concrete?

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When high-performance flooring adhesives lose the battle against alkalinity

GCP Applied Technologies

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:18. April 03, 2018. When flooring budgets are tight, contractors often look for ways to keep installation costs down. At first glance, a high-performance adhesive may seem like a cost-effective solution for all projects. It’s not unusual for cured concrete to have a pH of 12. Phillip.fry@gc….

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When high-performance flooring adhesives lose the battle against alkalinity

GCP Applied Technologies

Tue, 04/03/2018 - 12:18. April 03, 2018. When flooring budgets are tight, contractors often look for ways to keep installation costs down. At first glance, a high-performance adhesive may seem like a cost-effective solution for all projects. It’s not unusual for cured concrete to have a pH of 12. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

GCP Applied Technologies

Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . Soil Contamination and its Impact on Indoor Air Quality.

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Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations?

GCP Applied Technologies

Mon, 05/28/2018 - 13:47. May 28, 2018. Although waterproofing systems account for a small fraction of the cost of an overall building project, if the wrong solution is chosen or it’s installed improperly, the costs of remediation can be tremendous. . GCP Applied Technologies. Product Applications.

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Waterproofing Membranes for Below Grade Structures

GCP Applied Technologies

Thu, 06/07/2018 - 11:16. September 17, 2018. Contaminants in the soil and groundwater can pose threats to indoor air quality as vapors from the soil migrate into buildings constructed on these sites. The concrete is then poured and creates a bond with the membrane as it cures. Phillip.fry@gc…. GCP Applied Technologies.

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

The building’s strategic design includes a 35 percent targeted reduction in potable water use through efficient fixtures and equipment, a 25 percent targeted reduction in energy costs with a focus on thermal performance and optimal heating, and a 360-panel floating solar array to name a few.