Trenchless technology in construction involves techniques for making holes or conduit renovation or underground activity without disturbing the surface.
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Ground Granulated Blast Furnace Slag in Concrete & its Advantages
The ground granulated blast furnace slag (GGBFS) is a by-product of iron manufacturing which when added to concrete improves its properties such as workability, strength and durability.
Floating Slab Construction – Applications and Advantages
Floating slabs are concrete slabs that are laying over the ground, without any kind of anchoring, as if it simply sits on it and floats. Floating slab, as the name tells it resembles a plate that is simply laid over ...
Tolerances and Workmanship for Reinforced Masonry Construction as per ACI
Tolerances and workmanship for the construction of reinforced masonry wall is important to provide required strength and aesthetics appearances to structures.
How to Control Deflection of Reinforced Concrete Beams and Slabs?
In most cases design of reinforced concrete beams and slabs is governed by deflection rather than strength. Various measures to control deflections of RCC beams and slabs are explained in this article.
Geogrids- Types, Functions, Applications and Advantages in Construction
Geogrids is a geosynthetic materials used as reinforcement in construction works. Types of geogrids, its functions, applications and advantages in construction works are discussed.
Passive Solar Buildings – Concept, Benefits and Performance
Passive solar buildings uses solar energy for its energy needs in different seasons. The Concept of passive solar buildings, performance and benefits are discussed.
Change Orders in Construction Contracts – Types, Features and Components
A change order in construction contract is modification of a contract in writing. Types of change orders, its features and components are discussed.