Repair of corroded or deteriorated steel reinforcement and prestressing stands is one of the techniques by which deteriorated structural elements are rehabilitated to regain its original load carrying capacity. Corrosion of reinforcements is frequent due to chemical attacks, fire, and ...
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How to Measure Reinforcement Corrosion in Concrete Structures?
Measurement of steel reinforcement corrosion in concrete is essential to analyze the strength and durability of a structure. Not only does the steel corrosion reduce the life span of the structure but also increases the cost for inspection and maintenance ...
Reinforcement Treatment Methods for Corrosion Protection
Treatment of reinforcements with proper materials and agents one of the defensive layers against corrosion attacks in aggressive environments. There are many reinforcement treatment methods for instance anticorrosive treatment using acid or alkali agents and fusion bonded epoxy coating. The ...
What is Wire Chair? Its Types and Applications in Concrete Construction
What is Wire Chair? Accessories used with the placement of reinforcing mesh or mat, which elevates the mat above the surface of the formwork and keep the reinforcement mesh at their place during reinforcement bar fixing and concreting. The wire ...
Checks for Fixing Reinforcements in Formworks of Concrete Structural Members
There are several checks such as condition of reinforcement and formworks, accuracy in steel bar bending, joints and dowel bars, etc. need to be carried out prior to the embedment of reinforcements into the formwork. Checks for Fixing Reinforcements in ...
What are the Types of Mechanical Splices for Rebars?
Mechanical rebar splices for rebars in concrete construction is an effective method of joining reinforcing bars. These are designed based on codes of standard practice.
Reinforcement Calculator – Areas of Different Diameters and Numbers of Rebars
In design of reinforced concrete structures, areas of reinforcements for different diameters and numbers of rebars are required for specifying rebar details.
What are the Types of Ties Used in Building Construction?
Ties are continuous tensioned reinforcements which are completely anchored and sufficiently lapped mechanically or using weld. Types of ties in building construction is discussed.