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Gary Horstmann, the super

The Korte Company

Gary’s first job out of school was driving a concrete truck for his father’s Highland Ready Mix business. He also poured slabs on the side, learning to set concrete so it doesn’t crack as it dries. After selling out of his concrete company, Gary’s father started the family spec-house business. Laying the foundation.

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How Self-Performed Trades Keep Construction Schedules on Track

Wolgast Corporation

Having our own work crews to self-perform site work, concrete and carpentry is the best way to keep projects on track and with the quality that meets the standard of excellence we uphold. A concrete crew is also critical to keeping a job moving. Similarly, we self-perform carpentry (rough, finish and millwork).

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How to Building Construction Process Step by Step

CivilJungle

Also, read: IS 516:1959 Most Important Point (Method of Tests For Strength of Concrete). After the foundation work is completed, ground beam formwork preparation has been started and poured with concrete. Prepare Construction Site and Pour Foundation. Pouring the Foundation. Building Permits. Plinth Beam or Slab.

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New and Old Sustainable Building Materials

Natural Building

The manufacture of concrete, steel, and glass uses vast amounts of raw materials and water and emits copious amounts of greenhouse gases per year. Bamboo possesses a high strength-to-weight ratio, is long-lasting, and has greater compressive strength than concrete or brick. It can be used to create bricks, blocks, and paving slabs.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: Living Homes.

Natural Building

This leads to a primer about the properties of concrete and how to mix and pour it. The rudiments of wood-frame carpentry are presented as options for making interior walls and floors. Another do-it-yourself chapter shows how they built their own concrete kitchen countertops.

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The Bronx Vibe, a New, 155-residence, Luxury Rental Development

CCR Magazine

Ray Builders faced several unusual challenges during construction of the Vibe, mainly related to the project’s location and concrete structural system. The site team coordinated the pouring around the schedule of games, which was prominently displayed on Ray Builders’ site office’s wall.

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51 Best Gifts for Construction Workers (DIY Ideas Too!)

Work Gearz

IDEAL FOR WORK AND PLAY--Ideal for woodworking and carpentry, metal and construction, cycling, shooting or other outdoor activities. PUMP ACTION POURING » Pour spout easily dispenses your beverages with a simple pump of the lever, making it easy for anyone to use. SIZE&WEIGHT – Frame width: 154mm, Frame Height: 85mm.