GCP Applied Technologies

JANUARY 20, 2023

Digging Deeper Foundations = More Water Infiltration Challenges Phillip.fry@gc… Fri, 01/20/2023 - 15:21 How to mitigate the risk with proven below-grade waterproofing solutions GCP Applied Technologies January 20, 2023 Specifying proven below-ground waterproofing during the design phase is critical. Corrosive groundwater. Dewatering.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 10, 2022

What Is Micro Concrete? Micro concrete is a cement-based coating that is used as a thin layer on different surfaces like tiles, wood, etc to give a look and feel of real concrete at less cost. The layer of micro concrete is about 2-3mm thick. How Is It Different from Conventional Concrete? Less Water Demand.

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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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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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The Korte Company

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

We actually did a house from start to finish in six weeks,” Gary remembers with pride. “It It was a great feeling any time you put your hands on something, put something together and walk away from it with a finished product.”. Laying the foundation. A rule came down to never pour unenclosed or otherwise unprotected concrete.

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Natural Building

APRIL 16, 2014

To my knowledge, building science has never been approached with such an attitude of precise evaluation of all of the factors that affect the environmental impact of materials and building systems. Simple bar graphs indicate at a glance just how “green” each material or system might be.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 10, 2024

At the turn of the century, the company pioneered the use of steel-reinforced concrete to create safer, stronger, and more efficient buildings. The project includes the creation of three large habitats with essentially no straight edges, including a main habitat consisting of 680 cubic yards of concrete and 355 tons of rebar.

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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

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.,

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 4, 2021

The lateral and gravity load resistance system in this system consists of reinforced concrete walls and slabs of reinforced concrete. The key vertical structural elements are reinforced concrete structural walls with a dual function in resisting both the gravity and lateral loads.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 7, 2021

Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Wet-Mix Shotcrete.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. 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. Concrete challenges in top down construction.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Using control flow concrete for top down construction. 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. Concrete challenges in top down construction.

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GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Concrete construction innovations. Control flow concrete construction. Mass pours. One of the latest innovations in concrete construction is the development of an entirely new type of concrete. One of the latest innovations in concrete construction is the development of an entirely new type of 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

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?

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CivilJungle

JULY 18, 2022

But sometimes we have to kill the roots because they can destroy our home walls, foundations, floor, etc. Killing tree roots with boiling water is a very effective and easy system compared to the other systems. In this system for killing the trees, we have to follow some steps. Kill Tree Roots with Boiling Water.

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CCR Magazine

JUNE 21, 2024

he towering skyscrapers that grace the cityscapes, the sturdy bridges that connect communities, and the intricate foundations of every home – all these marvels of construction rely heavily on a workhorse machine: the concrete pump. What is a Concrete Pump?

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 26, 2021

Formwork is a temporary moulid that is used for the pouring of concrete. It also plays the function of resisting the lateral force of the plastic concrete within the formwork. Types of Slip Form System. The Slip form system is categorized into different types that are as follows. Vertical Slip Form System.

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CivilJungle

AUGUST 8, 2020

What Is Self Compact Concrete ? Making concrete structures without vibration has been done in the past. For example, the placement of concrete under-water is done by the use of tremie without vibration. Shaft concrete and mass concrete may be successfully placed without vibration. What Is U Box Text?

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CivilJungle

AUGUST 8, 2020

What Is Self Compact Concrete ? Making concrete structures without vibration has been done in the past. For example, the placement of concrete under-water is done by the use of tremie without vibration. Shaft concrete and mass concrete may be successfully placed without vibration. What Is U Box Text?

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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. Why Curing Is Important?

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

Ever wondered how concrete structures maintain their shape and strength during construction? As we dive into the various types of shuttering materials and techniques, prepare to be amazed by the innovative systems that enable complex and unique structures to come to life.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2024

The construction process and various finishing activities, such as pouring concrete, or dry wall finishing, can generate large amounts of moisture. Left unaddressed, this moisture can migrate into various areas of the structure, including into the roofing system, leaving materials wet and deteriorating.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 18, 2020

Concrete elements are generally of two types; those are Precast and cast-in-situ construction. If the Precast construction , the concrete is cast at a place other than the site, which is when required, are brought to the site using conveying equipment, such as cranes and are placed. Purpose of Providing Bond Breaker.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 11, 2021

Also, Read: What Is Pad Foundation | Failure of Pad Foundation | Pad Foundation Detail | Types of Pad Foundation | Design of the Pad Footing Depends on Several Factors. Therefore, it is necessary that absolute care must be given to the effect of bulking of sand in proportioning the concrete by volume.

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CCR Magazine

AUGUST 28, 2024

Consider factors such as size, style, layout, number of rooms, and special features like outdoor spaces, basements, or energy-saving systems. In addition to your contractor, you may need to work with an architect, an engineer, and subcontractors specializing in plumbing, electrical work, and HVAC systems.

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CivilJungle

MAY 19, 2021

Concrete elements are generally of two types; those are Precast and cast-in-situ construction. If the Precast construction , the concrete is cast at a place other than the site, which is when required, are brought to the site using conveying equipment, such as cranes and are placed. Purpose of Providing Bond Breaker.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 27, 2021

Under every house is a foundation , and under most footing is Bedding for Footing. Also, Read: Difference Between Footing and Foundation | What is Footing and Foundation. #2. Generally, the plinth is built slightly well above the ground floor sometime after the foundation. The substructure are as follows. Brick Wall-.

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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-. Foundation.

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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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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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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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CivilJungle

APRIL 25, 2023

Porch flooring can range from exceedingly durable ( concrete , brick , or stone) to relatively low-maintenance (wood). The extra work involved in laying both the floor and the foundation of a stone porch adds up to a higher price tag. The footings and walls of the foundation must be made of block or concrete.

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The Korte Company

OCTOBER 1, 2021

He did seven projects for HCA Healthcare, the city’s largest hospital system. Rather than finishing his degree that first year in town, a friend of a friend introduced him to the owner of a small company called Hardy Painting & Drywall. . And once finished, he loves the satisfaction of seeing those buildings. “I

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Formwork is the mould used during the building to give the desired structural form by pressing concrete into the mould. In a single term, formwork is a mould that cast concrete in various shapes and sizes. Designers will also have to extract the shape until the concrete has achieved the required power. Plain concrete shape.

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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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