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Building Materials Concrete Pouring Curing 
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Pouring concrete slabs is an essential step in many construction projects, from patios to driveways, foundations, and floors. If youre looking for professional help, consulting an experienced concreter in Geelong can ensure your concrete slab is poured correctly and efficiently.
BD+C
APRIL 23, 2013
Milliken recently debuted a flexible fabric that allows for concrete installations on slopes, in water, and in other hard to reach places—without the need for molds or mixing. Concrete Cloth features a cement mix trapped in a layer of fabric, backed with a waterproof membrane.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete.
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CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 4, 2025
Many people think of concrete as a material that doesnt have any issues even as it ages. While concrete is a highly durable material, it can age or run into issues with its well-being, just like any other building material. What is Concrete Spalling? Why Does Concrete Spalling Happen?
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.
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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 17, 2025
Cracked and otherwise more permeable concrete structures can represent a high cost to Departments of Transportation (DOTs), their constituents, and the environment. Project stakeholders can mitigate these economic and ecological costs by using less permeable, more durable and more resilient concrete materials to extend a bridges service life.
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CivilJungle
JUNE 25, 2021
Introduction of Signs of Bad Concrete Pour. Concrete is one of the most widely used building materials in our construction industry. It is very important that concrete should be pulled into the mould with proper precaution and care otherwise, we will not get the desired strength of concrete.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 28, 2025
When it comes to construction, concrete is a cornerstone of strength and durability. Whether youre building a home, a commercial structure, or improving existing spaces, the quality of your concrete work significantly impacts the project’s success. Heres how they add value to your project: 1.
CivilJungle
MARCH 1, 2021
What Is Curing of Concrete? Curing performs a crucial role in the growth as well as the resilience of concrete strengths. Since applying water to that same concrete mixture there is an exothermic process that tends to toughen the concrete. Such an approach is termed the curing of concrete.
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GCP Applied Technologies
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
Controlling concrete setting times. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. Concrete chemistry is complicated, and the makeup of the mix can impact its behavior – from its workability to the set times. As concrete temperatures increase, concrete sets faster.
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CivilJungle
MARCH 5, 2021
What Is Underwater Concrete? Underwater concrete is a form of construction material widely used in certain forms of structural engineering projects. In every other building in which the lower parts of the buildings are expected to remain underwater, underwater concrete should be used. Sardar Sarovar Dam.
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 28, 2018
Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? 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. . Creating waterproof concrete. All concrete cracks.
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 28, 2018
Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? 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. . Creating waterproof concrete. All concrete cracks.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 3, 2024
By David Gross Substrate preparation is a crucial first step in the flooring installation process and it can significantly impact the appearance and longevity of the final flooring material. Delamination—Exposure to moisture or excessive pH can cause the separation of the carpet’s backing layers and deterioration of the carpet material.
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CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 1, 2020
How Is Concrete Made. Concrete is a composite material composed of fine and coarse aggregat e bonded together with a fluid cement ( cement paste ) that hardens (cures) over time. When aggregate is mixed with dry cement and water , the mixture forms a fluid slurry that is easily poured and moulded into shape.
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab.
Levelset
OCTOBER 18, 2022
In recent years, material shortages and volatile material prices slowed so many projects to a grinding halt. As a result, contractors and property owners are increasingly considering alternatives to traditional building materials. Concrete alternatives. Fly ash is a fine powder formed by mineral impurities.
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes.
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 3, 2020
Ready mix concrete life cycle. Concrete producers can leverage advanced concrete admixtures , predictive analytics tools, and more to improve efficiency, from materials management to batching to concrete delivery. Materials management. Concrete mix design. Materials management. michael.delros….
Autodesk Construction Cloud
JANUARY 10, 2023
The building sector is one of the largest contributors to greenhouse gas emissions (GHG), with occupied buildings being responsible for nearly 40% of global GHG emissions, according to Architecture2030. Sourcing and manufacturing building materials also contribute a great deal to climate change.
GCP Applied Technologies
JUNE 7, 2018
Water is under pressure below ground and forces its way through even the smallest cracks in the concrete. Water infiltration can cause problems by corroding the structure and damaging materials housed within the building. Concrete is also susceptible to damage in coastal areas. Waterproof concrete. return to top.
CivilJungle
MAY 24, 2021
What Is Concrete Topping? A Concrete topping is a process of laying out a layer of high strength concrete on the old worn-out layer of the concrete. It is nothing but placing a layer of concrete over the existing slab in order to give a finished floor surface on the old layer of concrete.
Construction Marketing
DECEMBER 19, 2022
Although concrete seems stark and cold, it may be the perfect material for constructing stairs in commercial buildings. But before making a decision, builders must weigh the pros and cons of using commercial concrete stairs. Pouring concrete could be a costly operation. It Saves Time And Money.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 29, 2022
What Is Cast-In-Situ Concrete? Cast-in-situ concrete is prepared, placed, and finished on the construction site. Another name of cast-in-situ concrete is poured-in-place concrete. Generally, concrete slabs, concrete foundations , beam, column, wall, roof, etc., Definition of Cast in Place Concrete.
UK Construction Blog
OCTOBER 18, 2023
The post Reinforced Concrete: Strength and Durability for Modern Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Reinforced concrete is a widely used construction material that combines the strengths of two components: concrete and steel reinforcement. In 1854, William B.
GCP Applied Technologies
NOVEMBER 2, 2020
Controlling concrete setting times. Find tips on methods and concrete admixtures that can help contractors control concrete setting times. Concrete chemistry is complicated, and the makeup of the mix can impact its behavior – from its workability to the set times. As concrete temperatures increase, concrete sets faster.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 5, 2022
What Is Transportation of Concrete? Transportation of concrete is a process where we move freshly prepared concrete from one place to another place. Generally, we move concrete to that place where that concrete need to be dumped for structural construction purpose. Methods for Transportation of Concrete.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 24, 2020
The concrete slab is a horizontal surface of a residential building or commercial building, factories, flat, etc. Sometimes in a domestic or commercial building, a thick concrete slab is constructed directly to the subsoil. Pour, Compact and Concrete Finish. Pour, Compact and Concrete Finish.
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab.
UK Construction Blog
JANUARY 20, 2025
In todays construction industry, the demand for stronger, more durable, and environmentally friendly materials is growing rapidly. These chemical additives, when mixed with concrete, offer enhanced performance and durability, making them indispensable in modern construction projects. What Are Admixtures?
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 7, 2024
The Burj Khalifa in Dubai is the tallest building in the world and a marvel of modern construction and engineering. Building such an immense structure posed several unique challenges that almost no other building project anywhere on the planet has encountered.
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CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Good concrete finishing isnt only for appearanceit helps create long-lasting surfaces. Its what you will find in buildings, roads, bridges, and sidewalks. Without the right finishing, concrete can develop cracks or deteriorate over time. Hence, the reason why proper methods must be used so it can make concrete very safe.
CivilJungle
DECEMBER 28, 2020
Reinforced Concrete Frame. The reinforced concrete frame is a superstructure combined with horizontal components , i.e. c olumns and vertical components, i.e. beams. Sometimes this concrete frame is also called as a skeleton of this entire structure. Concrete frames are mainly two types, those are-. Cast in situ.
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Photos courtesy Heidelberg Materials In the built environment, concrete is a critical construction material for futureproofing against the effects of climate change. Its strength, durability, and resiliency are integral to sustainable building practices and support a growing emphasis on climate resilience.
UK Construction Blog
AUGUST 21, 2023
The post The Rise of Ground Screws: Why Construction Companies Are Favouring Them Over Concrete Foundations appeared first on UK Construction Blog. One such innovation that has gained significant traction is the use of ground screws over traditional concrete foundations.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 21, 2024
To make matters more difficult, workers are responsible for high value equipment and building materials that can easily be damaged on the job. Even worse, some projects are put on hold after work has started, leaving rebar half exposed and half embedded in concrete. This makes equipment maintenance especially difficult.
The Korte Company
OCTOBER 3, 2018
Tilt-Up construction combines the strength and durability of reinforced concrete with the precision and efficiency of the Design-Build methodology. This one-two punch delivers new buildings quickly and economically, which might explain why more than 650 million square feet of Tilt-Up buildings go up every year.
CivilJungle
MARCH 13, 2021
Mass Concrete: Large bridge piers , foundations , and such as dams like the massive structure , the mass concreting technique is used. For also, mass concrete strength , economy, uniformity, and other factors considered should take into account. The temperature shrinkage is the major problem in mass concrete work.
CivilJungle
MARCH 16, 2021
Introduction to Refractory Concrete: The Innovation in the construction material is increasing day by day. There are various types of concrete are manufactured for various purposes in the construction Industry. The normal concrete cannot withstand at a high temperature and it may disintegrate and collapsed.
CivilJungle
MARCH 16, 2021
What Is Lightweight Concrete? Lightweight concrete can be defined as a type of concrete which includes an expanding agent in that it increases the volume of the mixture while giving additional qualities such as nailbility and lessened the dead weight. How much does Concrete Weigh? 10 pounds per cubic meter.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
Concrete Release Agent: Releasing agents are coatings added to the surface of the formwork prior to concreting , in order to allow quick removal of formwork or shuttering. If the appearance of the concrete surface is relevant, it is important to take care of the finishing surface of the shutter. Chemical Release Agents.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Its use of concrete blocks for masonry construction has indeed been quickly established which are higher than conventional construction materials such as bricks and stones. Concrete blocks with a trading name such as siporex are available on the light-colored market. Hollow Concrete Block Size: 0.40 m : hollow tiles.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 5, 2022
CMU is a modern building unit that has various benefits as compared to bricks. The CMU blocks are available in various shapes and sizes in the market and are widely used in the construction of walls of the building. In this article, we will discuss all about the concrete masonry units. Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) Specifications.
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CivilJungle
APRIL 26, 2020
What Is Concrete? Concrete is the final product resulting from mixing cement , aggregates (including sand), water, and mixtures. The first use of concrete was by the Roman Empire. The Pantheon is the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world, built-in 120 A.D. Different Types of Concrete. Dry lean Concrete.
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