GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? 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. When to use waterproof 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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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 28, 2018

Waterproof concrete: Is it enough for protecting foundations? 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. When to use waterproof concrete.

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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.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

By Emily Newton Concrete floors are popular choices in certain spaces in a variety of finishes as they are long-lasting and extremely durable if the contractor has installed, cured, and finished them properly. Have environmental factors, such as products for cleaning and deicing, harmed the concrete?

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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. Concrete mix design. Concrete admixtures help to enable the use of these alternate pozzolans … more.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 3, 2024

Curing problems—High moisture levels can interfere with the chemical curing process of resinous materials, leading to a tacky or soft finish. Polished concrete Efflorescence—Moisture moving through the concrete and carrying salts to the surface creates a white, powdery residue. diameter circle.

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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.

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GCP Applied Technologies

JUNE 7, 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. When concrete is directly or indirectly exposed to seawater, it can deteriorate due to sulphate attack and chloride-induced corrosion. Waterproof concrete.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. 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. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep?

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 21, 2024

Even worse, some projects are put on hold after work has started, leaving rebar half exposed and half embedded in concrete. An easy solution is to spray clean rebar with MCI ® CorShield ® , a water-based coating that cures to a soft non-tacky film and eventually hardens. This makes equipment maintenance especially difficult.

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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., What Is Cast in Place Concrete?

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Work Gearz

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Water is needed in the mixing the cement and binding them together to form concrete floors or walls of buildings. . And when water interferes with cement work in the form of heavy pouring rain, things can go worse than good! How long does concrete need to dry before it rains? And it might take up to a week’s time to cure.

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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. Spray may be added.

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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. Sometimes in a domestic or commercial building, a thick concrete slab is constructed directly to the subsoil.

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 10, 2024

Epoxy floor coatings present a robust solution, offering strength up to three times greater than standard concrete. The coating’s exceptional bond to concrete substrates ensures it remains intact for years, even in challenging environments. Epoxy’s non-porous surface repels liquids, preventing absorption and staining.

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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

MAY 29, 2021

Introduction of Concrete Screed. A construction element which is available in a range of thickness to bring forth the installation surface of the concrete flooring to a considerable height & to produce a surface suitable for installing the desired flooring is called a concrete screed. What Is Concrete Screed?

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The Korte Company

MAY 27, 2020

He recalls being the lone man responsible for setting and then removing the oiled plywood forms used to pour foundations. He recalls the trips he had to take to Miami to talk to a concrete supplier who developed a special additive that cured concrete faster. “We Then, he worked for Aviston Lumber. Louis metro area. “We

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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.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 25, 2021

By discrepancy, poured concrete driveways must cure for seven days before being used. As mentioned before, blacktop costs are lower than regular asphalt concrete because blacktop uses lower bitumen in the blend. Concrete Driveway. Pervious pavement is made of either pervious asphalt or pervious concrete.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 12, 2024

However, traditional basement finishing methods often need to pay more attention to a critical first step – installing proper structural support. Bench footing refers to a continuous concrete footing installed around the perimeter of a basement. It provides a sturdy foundation for framing basement walls and finishing the space.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 3, 2021

What Is a Concrete Vibrator? A Concrete Vibrator is a machine used for construction purposes in civil projects. Concrete Vibrators come in a variety of shapes and sizes. Choosing the right concrete vibrator can help resolve your concrete stability and long-term maintenance. Internal Concrete Vibrator.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. 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. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep?

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CivilJungle

JULY 18, 2022

If there are no exposed roots then by digging the soil we have to expose the roots after doing holes on these roots and pouring boiling water on them. After pouring the boiling water into the holes, the heat of the boiling water soaked the trees. First, we have to make some holes in the exposed roots. How to Kill a Tree Stump?

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Natural Building

JUNE 14, 2006

Paul (SkyHawk Construction) has specialized in straw bale building and Talmath (MudCrafters Construction) has specialized in adobe floors, earthen plasters and clay paints. “I This wet mixture is poured over a prepared base of thoroughly tamped road base (gravel and sand). The work is as much by feel as by look.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 6, 2021

The word Monolithic means “all in a single pour” so in construction where Monolithic Slab is used the foundation is made in one single pour that is made up of a layer of a concrete slab with thicker area under the load-bearing walls and all the edges of the perimeter to replace the footer. What Is a Monolithic Slab? Short Note.

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Specification Product Update

JUNE 7, 2023

The REGUPOL barrier is a ready-for-use, one part, water-based, low VOC liquid that acts as an effective damp proof membrane for suppressing residual construction moisture and rising damp in cementitious floors including power floated concrete and sand/cement screeds. moisture content in sand/cement screed and 6% moisture content in concrete.

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Specification Product Update

APRIL 27, 2023

The REGUPOL barrier is a ready-for-use, one part, water-based, low VOC liquid that acts as an effective damp proof membrane for suppressing residual construction moisture and rising damp in cementitious floors including power floated concrete and sand/cement screeds. moisture content in sand/cement screed and 6% moisture content in concrete.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 29, 2024

And improved curing techniques create very hard, resilient finishes. Enhanced Aesthetic Appeal While early eco-products were limited in look and style, modern options like quartz epoxy, decorative cork, and digitally printed, sustainable concrete offer visual pop and customization. Polished concrete minimizes processing energy.

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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.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

To provide a high-performance, smooth, and durable surface that can last several years and withstand heavy loads, epoxy coatings are typically applied over concrete floors. Strong bonds from base materials like wood, concrete, and steel are created. Step 2: Epoxy can not bind to concrete that is sealed or polished.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

Ever wondered how concrete structures maintain their shape and strength during construction? Short Summary Shuttering is a critical component of concrete construction, with various materials and techniques providing structural support during the hardening process.

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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. Tilt-Up construction features series of concrete panels tilted up into place to form a building’s exterior wall. Next, concrete is poured into the forms and finished.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 5, 2022

Most resilient commercial flooring product designs install over a concrete slab subfloor. Newly poured concrete slabs often take weeks or months to cure, slowly releasing moisture as they dry. This relatively simple test involves sealing a small dish of calcium chloride on a clean section of concrete under a plastic dome.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

In this article, we will discuss all about the concrete masonry units. The CMU wall is constructed with the help of standard sizes concrete masonry units. A concrete masonry unit (CMU)is a versatile and environment-friendly building unit that is available in a variety of shapes and sizes in the market. Concrete Bricks.

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Levelset

OCTOBER 18, 2022

Concrete alternatives. Concrete is the second-most widely used substance on the planet, surpassed only by water. While it’s a reliable and relatively affordable building material, concrete (and its production) is responsible for around 8% of global emissions. Straw bales.

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