What should one do if the slump test fails for a given concrete?
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What should one do if the slump test fails for a given concrete?
Which softwares can be used for estimation of construction project time and quantity?
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See lessWhat is the CBR value for sub grade in rigid pavement road construction?
Rigid pavements because of their nature, allow for a larger variation in subgrade material (in terms of strength), unlike flexible pavements. That is why rigid pavements can be built over almost any kind of soils with appropriate ground improvement. The general range for CBR is 2% to 14% or 15%. IfRead more
Rigid pavements because of their nature, allow for a larger variation in subgrade material (in terms of strength), unlike flexible pavements. That is why rigid pavements can be built over almost any kind of soils with appropriate ground improvement.
The general range for CBR is 2% to 14% or 15%. If it is found below 6%, then the code specifies some necessary subgrade improvement before laying the concrete slab directly over it.
Also, the CBR could be increased up to say 40% or 50% by ground improvement, and still, the subgrade may be fit for rigid pavements.
See lessWhat are the standard codes used for test procedures for in-situ testing of various construction materials?
Hi, A building code is reference material to regulate the activities of construction in our country. The building codes include various information which is based on administrative regulations. According to the ACI, the building code is reference material for local laws relating to the buildings howRead more
Hi, A building code is reference material to regulate the activities of construction in our country. The building codes include various information which is based on administrative regulations.
According to the ACI, the building code is reference material for local laws relating to the buildings how to design for belt expression li by keeping the measure of safety and quality aspects for the final structure. Refer attached image for various definitions and values.
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There are three types of bursting reinforcement :- 1. Spalling reinforcement 2. Equilibrium reinforcement 3. Bursting reinforcement
There are three types of bursting reinforcement :-
1. Spalling reinforcement
2. Equilibrium reinforcement
3. Bursting reinforcement
How to do estimation fo steel gate?
Some of the below mentioned elements can help you to get an idea to estimate the cost :- 1. Gates square meters have a great impact on the final price. 2. The model of the gate can vary the price. 3. Treatments done to wrought steel pieces lower future maintenance cost. 4. Quality of the steel alsoRead more
Some of the below mentioned elements can help you to get an idea to estimate the cost :-
1. Gates square meters have a great impact on the final price.
2. The model of the gate can vary the price.
3. Treatments done to wrought steel pieces lower future maintenance cost.
4. Quality of the steel also vary the price.
See lessWhat are the different advantages and disadvantages of artificial and natural sand for flooring of tiles? Which one is suitable ?
River sand M sand Shape is round & smooth Shape is cubical, angular & rough texture Less cement paste is reqd to make concrete Req’s more water & cement Sand has high cost but using it makes work economical Sand is cheaper but using it will make it increased cost Contains less microfineRead more
| River sand | M sand |
| Shape is round & smooth | Shape is cubical, angular & rough texture |
| Less cement paste is reqd to make concrete | Req’s more water & cement |
| Sand has high cost but using it makes work economical | Sand is cheaper but using it will make it increased cost |
| Contains less microfine particles | Contains more microfine particles |
| Doesn’t affect any property, best choice | Affects strength & workability of cocrete |
| Moisture content present | Less or no moisture content |
| Strength is less | High comp strength & flexural strength but should be well graded. |
| Slit & over-sized materials& marine products present should be removed by washing & screening. | No slit & over-sized materials & marine products |
| Used for RCC, plastering & Brick or block laying work | Diff grades is used for diff works. |
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can we consider drum mixing of concrete same as batch mix or nominal mix?
Yes. Of course. The method of mixing is not relevant to batching. So long as the quantities and proportions remain what they need to be, drum mixing or hand mixing, both are batch mixing. In fact, in the industry, mostly drums are used for mixing concrete because they save time and labour.
Yes. Of course. The method of mixing is not relevant to batching. So long as the quantities and proportions remain what they need to be, drum mixing or hand mixing, both are batch mixing.
In fact, in the industry, mostly drums are used for mixing concrete because they save time and labour.
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nikeetasharma
If the slump test fails for concrete then immediately reject that concrete because high amount of water can decrease the durability of the concrete. But dont add water if the slump test fails.
If the slump test fails for concrete then immediately reject that concrete because high amount of water can decrease the durability of the concrete. But dont add water if the slump test fails.
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