Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

By Tracy Cook Photos courtesy Tarkett There are many expectations from indoor spaces today: they must look aesthetically pleasing but be strong enough to withstand heavy use, be easy to clean but not feel sterile and unwelcoming, and they should feature healthy, sustainable materials that support human and environmental health.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

Commercial applications benefit from epoxy’s ability to withstand heavy machinery and frequent traffic, particularly in Portsmouth’s warehouses, industrial estates, retail outlets and office buildings. Looking to transform your dull concrete floors into something extraordinary?

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

This remarkable material can be tailored with features like anti-slip properties for safety or self-smoothing for a polished appearance, making it suitable for domestic, industrial and commercial environments alike. This creates a robust surface that adheres effectively to concrete, wood, and even wall surfaces.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 7, 2021

Shotcrete/mortar/spray-concrete is a kind of refined concrete drizzled by gas hose-pipe nozzle at high pressure & velocity on a projectile motion on a prepared wall surface. It is often utilised in tunnels, underground walls, retaining walls, drainage systems & swimming pools for interim support. Wet-Mix Shotcrete.

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UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2023

The post Pioneering Construction Innovation: Ground Screws as a Greener Alternative to Traditional Foundations appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The production of concrete, a key component of traditional foundations, is responsible for a substantial portion of global carbon emissions.

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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. What is a Concrete Pump?

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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.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 5, 2022

CMU is a modern building unit that has various benefits as compared to bricks. The CMU blocks are available in various shapes and sizes in the market and are widely used in the construction of walls of the building. In this article, we will discuss all about the concrete masonry units. Concrete Masonry Unit (CMU) Specifications.

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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. Left unaddressed, this moisture can migrate into various areas of the structure, including into the roofing system, leaving materials wet and deteriorating. A 102-mm (4-in.)-thick

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 6, 2023

Ever wondered how concrete structures maintain their shape and strength during construction? As we dive into the various types of shuttering materials and techniques, prepare to be amazed by the innovative systems that enable complex and unique structures to come to life.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 12, 2024

Bench footing refers to a continuous concrete footing installed around the perimeter of a basement. It provides a sturdy foundation for framing basement walls and finishing the space. Bench footing is a foundation used to support walls in a basement when converting the space into a living area. What is Bench Footing?

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 16, 2021

Its use of concrete blocks for masonry construction has indeed been quickly established which are higher than conventional construction materials such as bricks and stones. Concrete blocks with a trading name such as siporex are available on the light-colored market. Hollow Concrete Block Size: 0.40 m : hollow tiles.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

Formwork is the mould used during the building to give the desired structural form by pressing concrete into the mould. In a single term, formwork is a mould that cast concrete in various shapes and sizes. Designers will also have to extract the shape until the concrete has achieved the required power. What Is Formwork?

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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.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Recent disruptions in supply chains, workforce shortages, and other obstacles to project schedules have led more owners and contractors to look for off-site, prefabricated construction methods to improve the quality and efficiency of their builds. Other advantages include the aesthetic quality and durability.

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CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

From towering commercial complexes to humble backyard sheds, metal buildings are revolutionizing how we conceive and construct structures. What Are Metal Buildings? A metal building is a structure made mainly from steel or aluminum parts. Freestanding or can be attached to existing buildings. Quick to assemble too.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Sealants are the materials, which are used to seal the progress of substance between two surfaces, or where two different characters meet. The materials used for the manufacturing of sealants are the often chemical compounds, both organic or inorganic. Due to many reasons, in inadequate dewatering, faults in plumbing system etc.,

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CivilJungle

MARCH 16, 2021

Introduction to Refractory Concrete: The Innovation in the construction material is increasing day by day. There are various types of concrete are manufactured for various purposes in the construction Industry. The normal concrete cannot withstand at a high temperature and it may disintegrate and collapsed.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 25, 2023

Porch flooring can range from exceedingly durable ( concrete , brick , or stone) to relatively low-maintenance (wood). Natural Stone Porch Flooring Stone is costly because of its high material and labor costs , but its beauty and durability are undeniable. The footings and walls of the foundation must be made of block or concrete.

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CivilJungle

FEBRUARY 21, 2021

To provide a high-performance, smooth, and durable surface that can last several years and withstand heavy loads, epoxy coatings are typically applied over concrete floors. To maintain safe and secure conditions for staff, machinery, and inventory, many manufacturing sites, warehouses, and commercial buildings rely on epoxy floors.

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 11, 2021

Also, Read: What Is Pad Foundation | Failure of Pad Foundation | Pad Foundation Detail | Types of Pad Foundation | Design of the Pad Footing Depends on Several Factors. Extremely fine sand and particularly the manufactured fine aggregate bulk as much as about forty percent. Bulking of Sand Is Caused Due to.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Excavators generate similar levels when digging foundations or clearing debris. Jackhammers reach 90-110 decibels during concrete breaking work. Impact drivers create 85-100 decibels when fastening materials. Wrecking balls generate 110-130 decibels during building destruction.

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CivilJungle

MAY 29, 2021

Introduction of Concrete Screed. A construction element which is available in a range of thickness to bring forth the installation surface of the concrete flooring to a considerable height & to produce a surface suitable for installing the desired flooring is called a concrete screed. What Is Concrete Screed?

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CivilJungle

MAY 28, 2021

Construction is the methodology of developing a building or infrastructure. Manufacturing refers to production of comparable items with no particular purchaser, while construction occurs on a location for a known client. What is Building Construction? Building development is the methodology of addition of structure to property.

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Buildern

MARCH 26, 2025

Job costing involves tracking and recording all project-related expenses, including labor, materials, and equipment, to ensure accurate financial reporting. It gives the complete picture of all the costs of your construction project, including labor, materials, equipment, and overheads.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 28, 2022

Also, Read: Building Estimation Step by Step In Excel Sheet. Also, Read: What Is Structural Settlement | Causes For Structural Settlement | What Is Soil Settlement & Foundation Structural Settlement. Whether fabric or paper, we all have towels at our removal, so this is a famous system for several marking jobs.

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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.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Poirier Designed to connect directly with the city of Los Angeles, the David Geffen Galleries is itself a sculpture, featuring exposed architectural concrete. Photo courtesy of Clark Construction June 16, 2025 Concrete and glass. Raw, untouched finishes. A single level. No interior columns. SOM joined in 2015.

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CivilJungle

MARCH 24, 2021

In retaining walls to improve the stability of the material behind the wall, the drainage material will reduce or remove the hydrostatic pressure. In retaining walls due to gravity, the retaining walls are constructed to prevent the tendency of the retained material to move down the slope by proper design and installation.

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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?

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CivilJungle

MAY 16, 2021

What Is Foundation Repair? Foundation renovation is required when the foundation of a home, building , or structure is impaired & the core structure of the building is required to be repaired. Foundation Techniques. Slab Jacking, Mud Jacking, Concrete Lifting, and Slab Leveling. Utilized nowadays.

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CivilJungle

JUNE 24, 2021

There are various types of construction beams are used in the buildings depending upon their function and the nature of work. The Beam is basically a horizontal structural element that is constructed to support the slab and withstand the loads coming from the building. Classification of the beam based on the construction material used.

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CivilJungle

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

What Is Plumbing | Systems of Plumbing | Difference Between One pipe, Two Pipe, Single Stack, and Single Stack Partially Ventilated | How to Choose of Plumbing System. Top 10 PVC Pipe Manufacturers in India. Basic Plumbing System | Drainage System | Supply and Drainage Subsystems. 1’ PVC concrete paver.

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Natural Building

DECEMBER 24, 2019

When Kate Simonen, a professor who leads the Carbon Leadership Forum at the University of Washington, was a young architect experimenting with alternative approaches to conventional concrete. She called up her structural engineer on an educational-building project and asked if they could swap out some of the cement in their mix for fly ash.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 2, 2025

From glossy finishes to customisable colours and textures, these synthetic resin coatings can be installed over existing concrete surfaces to enhance both appearance and performance. This high-performance flooring solution bonds exceptionally well to concrete, forming a strong connection that prevents peeling or flaking over time.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 1, 2025

At the same time that the first concrete foundation pads were being put on the site, the construction phase of the new historic extension to the Home of Rolls-Royce at Goodwood, which is estimated to cost more than 300 million pounds, began. The German firm has pledged to invest almost 8 billion (US$8.4

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