Evaporation is a critical factor that must be considered while concrete is poured in hot weather conditions. If the rate of evaporation is high, concrete surface can lose water quickly, leading to workability issues and plastic shrinkage cracks. Plastic shrinkage ...
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What are the Risks of Pouring Concrete at a Wrong Temperature?
Placing concrete at the correct temperature is critical for its durability and ultimate strength. This is because temperatures above the normal concrete curing range (32 °C) will not only reduce the workability of concrete but also cause a significant reduction ...
Compressive Strength of Concrete: What Causes Low-Strength Breaks in Concrete Cylinders?
The compressive strength test results of concrete cylinders are the basis of acceptance of ready mix concrete for construction. Low-strength breaks of the concrete cylinder during compression testing indicate the low compressive strength of produced concrete. Concrete cylinders for the ...
What is FluidConcrete?
FluidConcrete is a cement-based, self-leveling floor coating used for all types of hard surfaces. It is specifically designed for indoor applications and provides beautiful and long-lasting surfaces for functional concrete finishes. It is an alternative to polished concrete and is ...
How Bollards Can Provide Protection From Unwanted Vehicle Attack?
A bollard is a vertical post that is installed to stop the vehicle from entering a non-permitted area. It is used for multiple purposes in the parking lot. You can use the removable bollards and utilize the space for various ...
Thermobimetals for Breathable Buildings
Thermobimetal is a laminate of two different metals with different temperature coefficients used for buildings facades or shading systems. It is a composite metal that warps during temperature differences, displaying self-shading and self-ventilating properties. Thermobimetal is a smart material originally ...
Saudi Arabia’s Mirrored Skyscrapers to House Nine Million People
Saudi Arabia has unveiled the images of yet another mega project called the “Mirror Line” in the city of Neom. The structure involves the construction of two parallel, mirrored buildings with a height of 500 meters running across 75 miles. ...
Why is the Cost of Construction Materials Soaring?
The cost of construction materials is continually soaring and has reached a record 40-year high, as per the annual growth of the BCIS Material Cost Index. The combination of logistical problems and increased global demand in the construction industry has ...
What is Oxicrete in Construction?
Oxicrete is an acid system applied to cement surfaces like dam structures, polymer-modified screeds, and mortars to oxidize them and provide a stone-like or rusty iron appearance. The thickness of the coating ranges from 3-6 mm and provides a smooth ...
Mycelium as a Construction Material
Mycelium is a natural fungi material that has been explored as a potential construction material in recent years. It is a fast-growing matrix that has the capability to act as a natural glue. Mycelium composites have been promoted in response ...