We all know cracking is one of the major problems in concrete and it should be considered while mix design, but for that, we have to know the sources which can cause cracking in concrete. Here is a list of sources of cracking in concrete. Sources Of Cracking In Concrete Use of low-grade materials:...
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02.02.2017Technical Services, Tip of the Day
The Athena Sustainable Materials Institute has released an update of the Impact Estimator (IE) for Buildings, the popular and free software tool that simplifies life cycle assessment (LCA) for building designers and sustainability consultants. The new version includes the most current environmental impact data from the recently-published NRMCA Industry Wide Environmental Product Declaration (IW-EPD) and...
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09.01.2016Technical Services, Tip of the Day
Owners of newly installed concrete are often told by their contractors to seal the concrete. What they usually aren’t told are the basics, such as why they should seal it, the best product to use, how to apply it, and suitable applications. Answers to these questions aren’t easy to come by when you shop for...
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With the introduction of high-speed diamond grinders in recent years, many contractors have tossed other types of equipment aside, hoping that the new, flashy machines will be a catch-all for concrete polishing and grinding applications. As these new machines burst onto the scene, many hopped on the bandwagon, figuring that if they don’t use the...
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