Quantities of materials for concrete such as cement, sand and aggregates for production of required quantity of concrete of given mix proportions such as 1:2:4 (M15), 1:1.5: 3 (M20), 1:1:2 (M25) can be calculated by absolute volume method. This method ...
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Epoxy Injection for Concrete Crack Repair
Epoxy injection for Concrete Crack Repair in foundations, basements, beams, columns, slabs, walls and other concrete structures Injection of epoxies under pressure may be used to bond the cracks having greater than or equal to 0.05mm opening. This method is ...
Proper Methods for Placing Concrete
Concrete placement is an important process in the construction that determine the success of the structure and its life. Technical and environmental conditions are taken into strict consideration while placing the concrete. The concrete is allowed to pass through different ...
Concrete Mix Design Types and Its Advantages
Concrete mix design is process of preparation of concrete with suitable proportion of ingredients to meet the required strength and durability of concrete structure. Every ingredient of concrete consists different properties so, it is not an easy task to get ...
REQUIREMENTS FOR CONCRETE MIX DESIGN
Requirements of concrete mix design should be known before calculations for concrete mix. Mix design is done in the laboratory and samples from each mix designed is tested for confirmation of result. But before the mix design process is started, ...
Methods for Repair of Small and Large Cracks in Concrete
Repair of small, medium and large cracks in concrete and repair of crushed concrete is required to enhance the strength and durability of damaged concrete members. Repair of small and medium cracks in concrete Small and medium cracks in reinforced ...
Factors Affecting Concrete Mix Design Strength
The mixing of concrete constituent materials i.e. cement, water, aggregates and admixtures in specified proportions will produce a concrete of adequate strength. The mix design strength developed for a given type of cement is dependent on the following factors: Water/Cement ...
Common Concrete Construction Mistakes at Site and How to avoid it?
Poor concrete construction methods and workmanship are responsible for the failure of buildings and structure. The poor construction methods and workmanship are caused due to negligence and inadequate quality control at the construction site. The main reason for poor construction ...