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Construction Specifier
JANUARY 13, 2025
LEED AP, Vivian Volz, CSI, AIA, LEED AP, SCIP Photo courtesy Tao Group Solutions After years of grappling with client callbacks, legal disputes, and financial losses from poor polished concrete installations, the industry has reached a breaking point: prohibit polished concrete.
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UK Construction Blog
JULY 3, 2025
Sustainable construction delivers measurable economic benefits, including reduced operational costs, higher property values (3-15% rental premiums), and access to government incentives, whilst circular economy approaches can boost profitability by up to 26%. What Is Sustainable Construction?
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Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.
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Civil + Structural Engineer
SEPTEMBER 1, 2023
Now, it has been converted into a new eight-story commercial office building. However, given the building’s proximity to the London Underground and HS2, vibration control was required for the newly excavated basement level. The solution was a concrete floating floor.
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GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 16, 2018
Ready mix concrete resource. The perishability of ready mix concrete makes it a complex product to ship. Ready-mix producers must set controls in place at the plant, in transit and on the jobsite to optimize their production, minimize leakage and maximize profits. Contents: Concrete mix design. Sustainable concrete.
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GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep?
Construction Specifier
SEPTEMBER 4, 2024
By Chris Bennett, iSCS, CDT, James Longo, iSCS, and Keith Robinson, RSW, FCSC, FCSI, LEED AP RSW, FCSC, FCSI Photo by Magda Biernat Photography Concrete floors are used in wide-ranging facilities, such as industrial data centers, commercial high-rise buildings, and residential homes.
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 3, 2020
Ready mix concrete life cycle. Concrete producers can leverage advanced concrete admixtures , predictive analytics tools, and more to improve efficiency, from materials management to batching to concrete delivery. Concrete mix design. Concrete admixtures help to enable the use of these alternate pozzolans … more.
Construction Specifier
JUNE 3, 2024
Certified installers, especially those who carry substrate prep certification, are trained to assess and correct moisture and pH issues, so flooring projects start on the right foot, and help protect the integrity of the floor’s performance and design.
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GCP Applied Technologies
JUNE 1, 2018
Reduce variability with an in-transit concrete management system. One way ready-mix producers can minimize leakage—rejected loads, back charges and material inefficiencies—is through improved consistency truck to truck, reducing variability of the concrete. All while delivering consistent, quality concrete truck after truck.
Construction Specifier
NOVEMBER 29, 2024
While there are many high-performance flooring solutions, including some custom options for specific uses, one surface stands above the rest in terms of versatility: hybrid carpet. The three layers are fused together to create a durable floor cover that looks like carpet but performs like a resilient sheet. What is hybrid carpet?
GCP Applied Technologies
MARCH 6, 2020
Concrete mix design. concrete / mix design. . Control flow concrete. Controlled low-strength material (CLSM). Control flow concrete. Controlled low-strength material (CLSM). Control flow concrete. michael.delros…. Fri, 03/06/2020 - 18:13. GCP Applied Technologies. March 06, 2020.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 25, 2025
Legal obligations require employers to assess, control, and review noise exposure under the Control of Noise at Work Regulations 2005, providing mandatory hearing protection at 80 dB and health surveillance for at-risk workers. Jackhammers reach 90-110 decibels during concrete breaking work.
GCP Applied Technologies
MAY 16, 2018
Ready mix concrete. The perishability of ready mix concrete makes it a complex product to ship. Ready-mix producers must set controls in place at the plant, in transit and on the jobsite to optimize their production, minimize leakage and maximize profits. Contents: Concrete mix design. Sustainable concrete.
Buildern
JUNE 30, 2025
Even if a company pours thousands of dollars into ads, that does not guarantee meaningful results. Planning a construction marketing strategy that builds trust and a strong reputation. Building trust one project at a time, the construction business will naturally attract more clients and will stand out. What is important?
GCP Applied Technologies
DECEMBER 17, 2018
How two buildings in Seattle achieved high-strength concrete. Historically, the term "high-strength concrete" (HSC) has been relative. The latest edition of "Design and Control of Concrete Mixtures" (DCCM) considers HSC to be at a "strength significantly beyond that used in normal practice.". michael.delros….
GCP Applied Technologies
FEBRUARY 19, 2018
ASTM F710: Preparing the Concrete Floor. Why prepare the concrete slab? But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. But just as important as these—and often overlooked—is careful preparation of the concrete slab. What constitutes a good concrete slab prep?
Construction Specifier
DECEMBER 18, 2024
Photos courtesy Heidelberg Materials In the built environment, concrete is a critical construction material for futureproofing against the effects of climate change. Its strength, durability, and resiliency are integral to sustainable building practices and support a growing emphasis on climate resilience.
Civil + Structural Engineer
DECEMBER 1, 2023
The project leveraged four alternative delivery methods including: landside and airside construction management at-risk, a design-build-operate-maintain baggage team, design-bid-build award contracts and multiple design-build concession/tenant packages.
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CivilJungle
MAY 1, 2022
What Is A Concrete Pump? A Concrete Pump is operated to transmit freshly blended concrete from the containers to where it must serve at the construction site, and therefore, it is an important differentia of any construction project. Concrete Pump on Construction Site. Types of Concrete Pump. Truck Mounted Pump .
CCR Magazine
JUNE 21, 2024
he towering skyscrapers that grace the cityscapes, the sturdy bridges that connect communities, and the intricate foundations of every home – all these marvels of construction rely heavily on a workhorse machine: the concrete pump. Imagine the backbreaking labor and logistical nightmare it would be to move tons of heavy, wet concrete by hand.
Construction Specifier
JULY 25, 2024
The construction process and various finishing activities, such as pouring concrete, or dry wall finishing, can generate large amounts of moisture. thick concrete floor slab poured in an enclosed building generates about 908 L (240 gal) water per 93 m 2 (1,000 sf) of concrete. A 102-mm (4-in.)-thick
CivilJungle
JUNE 8, 2021
Introduction of Concrete Construction Tools for Construction Sites. Concrete is one of the most widely used building materials in the Construction Industry. There are various types of concrete construction tools are used on the construction site. Concrete construction tools help to complete the work fast with accuracy.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 23, 2024
Some building materials are more durable than others, like stone and steel, but unfortunately the days of structures surviving thousands of years, like the Egyptian pyramids and Roman cathedrals, are over. Therefore, preventive maintenance of building exteriors has become more important than ever.
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Construction Specifier
AUGUST 9, 2022
customers were not satisfied with accepting the system’s historical performance and European test results. They needed to be certain Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB ® ) met International Building Code (IBC) requirements and would deliver the kind of performance Tindall customers have come to expect.
CivilJungle
APRIL 26, 2020
What Is Concrete? Concrete is the final product resulting from mixing cement , aggregates (including sand), water, and mixtures. The first use of concrete was by the Roman Empire. The Pantheon is the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world, built-in 120 A.D. Different Types of Concrete. Dry lean Concrete.
Building Radar
JULY 25, 2024
Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Information Modeling (BIM) has become a cornerstone of modern construction management. Explore how drones are enhancing construction efficiency and site monitoring on Advanced Building Corporation. Enhancing Efficiency with Technology 1. Improving Safety with Technology 1.
CCR Magazine
OCTOBER 2, 2024
And while there are a lot of options out there, polished concrete stands out as the best choice for any new retail store. The Benefits of Polished Concrete Durability That Keeps Up With Foot Traffic Let’s face it—your store’s floors are going to take a pounding. Any good concrete finisher can walk you through the multitude of options.
CivilJungle
MAY 28, 2021
Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. What is Building Construction? Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property. The overwhelming majority of building construction projects are bijou renovations, like incrporation of a room, or repair of a bathroom.
CivilJungle
JANUARY 4, 2022
Information of Cold Joint Concrete. Concreting is a critical process which required a strict supervision during placing and compaction of the concrete so as to achieve the desired strength. Cold joint in the concrete is a defect which occurs in the concrete due to improper or delayed placing of the concrete layers.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 22, 2021
By doing sieve analysis with normal sieves, it is measured. By doing sieve analysis with normal sieves, it is measured. So, we require all sizes of sieves in the coarse aggregate measurement. Balance or scale with precision to measure 0.1% of the test sample’s weight. A set of IS sieves is used to sieve the sample.
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UK Construction Blog
JUNE 6, 2023
Ever wondered how concrete structures maintain their shape and strength during construction? Short Summary Shuttering is a critical component of concrete construction, with various materials and techniques providing structural support during the hardening process.
CivilJungle
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Therefore, the softening point is controlled by the average molecular weight of the resin. Also, read: What Is Self Compact Concrete | What Is Slump Flow Test | Equipment for Slump Flow Test | Procedure of Slump Flow Test. This automatic method measures the temperature at which the resin flows out of a sample cup under its own weight.
In Eight
OCTOBER 4, 2023
Because these projects are characterized by “smarter” technologies incorporated into the built asset and more stringent building requirements, having this more holistic view can be the difference between successfully meeting project outcomes or becoming the latest to overshoot budget and schedule expectations. Project certainty.
CivilJungle
MAY 1, 2021
That is used in concrete mixtures , fly ash increases the strength and isolation of the concrete and makes pumping smoother. Also, Read: 10 Difference Between Mortar and Concrete | What Is Mortar & Concrete | Types of Mortar & Concrete. Fly Ash in Concrete. Benefits of Fly Ash Concrete.
CivilJungle
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Bitumen road construction consists of different phases that are addressed, such as base course planning , bituminous coat application, bituminous mix placement, rolling and quality control, etc. Bituminous Concrete Layer. #1. Bituminous Concrete Layer-. Quality control of bituminous concrete construction.
CivilJungle
OCTOBER 20, 2021
Glass is generally the oldest material and fancy material which is used in the building industry and for other purposes. Laminated glass is the best material for build canopies because it can reduce harmful rays. Tinted glass is basically colored glass that is mainly used in buildings. What Is Glass?
CivilJungle
AUGUST 11, 2021
Therefore, the softening point is controlled by the average molecular weight of the resin. Also, read: What Is Self Compact Concrete | What Is Slump Flow Test | Equipment for Slump Flow Test | Procedure of Slump Flow Test. This automatic method measures the temperature at which the resin flows out of a sample cup under its own weight.
Autodesk Construction Cloud
NOVEMBER 2, 2021
Whether you’re pouring concrete or tracking project costs, it’s a powerful thing when so many people can point to a single project and say, “we did that.” Christian Paul , Gilbane Building Company. Yesenia Rivera Martinez , Largo Concrete, Inc. It’s the people serving this great industry that we are here to celebrate.
Work Gearz
OCTOBER 5, 2020
Making a house or an industry or a commercial building is our dream, but we cannot make it come true without the help of the construction workers who work day and night in the hazardous environments, handle cements and sand, walk in watery areas and carry those heavy bricks and loads. One-touch LED controller with (3) heat settings.
Job Order Contracting
SEPTEMBER 12, 2018
Application: This standard card applies to automatic hydraulic security Bollards/Barricades found at driveway entrances, and other areas where vehicular traffic must be controlled. Preventive maintenance services should be performed by a qualified manufacturer’s service representative. Inspect control panel for loose connections.
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CivilJungle
APRIL 5, 2021
Slabs are structural elements manufactured from concrete constructed to produce flat surfaces, usually horizontal, in building floors, roofs, bridges. If reinforcement is required, slabs could also be pre-stressed or the concrete will be spilled over rebar positioned within the framework. What Is a Slab? Types of Slabs.
CivilJungle
NOVEMBER 2, 2022
The turbine will assume self-control to decrease any hardware on the pole they rotate. Measure what model pump you want is not simple work, but calculating the proper size of pipe, drain corner, and walkways with reserve length. Tape measure. 1’ PVC concrete paver. A rotor that will harm the entire sump pump to vibrate.
The Korte Company
JUNE 16, 2020
Trekking his way through a jobsite, mud nearly pulling his boots off, surveyor Mark Grinter must identify a precise measurement amidst the muck. Mark then performed surveying work for Flagg and Associates in Edwardsville (one of the area’s largest engineering firms at the time) and Madison County Surveyors.
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