Graphene is a wonder material that holds the capacity to convert the oldest building materials into a greener and sustainable option. The incorporation of graphene in the concrete production process is being studied at Britain’s University of Exeter to ...
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Major Problems in Concrete Pumping Works: How to Avoid Them?
The major problems that one encounters when pumping concrete are blockage of pipeline, and segregation and bleeding of concrete mix. Blockage is the failure of concrete to emerge at the end of the pipeline. It is characterized by an ...
Fine-Grained Concrete: Significance and Properties
Fine-grained concrete, also known as sand concrete, is defined as the concrete in which the coarse aggregate is replaced by sand or any filler material. The maximum size of fine aggregates used in fine-grained concrete is 10 mm. Fine-grained ...
Concrete Slump Variations at Site: How to Deal with it?
Adjusting the slump of concrete is a part of the concreting process, which the contractors should manage properly and cautiously. The concrete slump variation from one transit mixer to another is generally due to aggregate moisture content, concrete temperature, ...
How to Prepare Concrete for Footings of a Two-storey Building?
Preparation of concrete for footings of a building with a maximum of two storeys can be carried out in the field without the need for extensive calculations. It involves selecting suitable constituent materials and properly mixing them to produce ...
How to Construct a Concrete Building: A Step-by-Step Guide
The construction of concrete buildings is different from one structure to another based on the size, complexity, function, and materials of the building. Additionally, soil types, environmental conditions, availability of local skilled labor and construction equipment, and construction material ...
Standard Specifications of Hollow and Solid Concrete Blocks
In recent times, we have seen a drastic transition from brick masonry to concrete block masonry due to its numerous advantages such as fire resistance, good acoustic performance, cost-efficiency, and strength. In this article, we’ll discuss the standard specifications ...
How to Choose Quality Coarse Aggregate for Concrete Construction?
The selection of good quality coarse aggregate is essential for the production of concrete that meets the desired strength and durability requirements. Ideal construction aggregate should have a rough surface texture and should be clean, strong, and free from ...