Concrete Slump Variations at Site
Adjusting the slump of concrete is a part of the concreting process, which the contractors should manage properly and cautiously. The concrete slump variation from one transit mixer to another is generally due to aggregate moisture content, concrete temperature, mixing process; and time of delivery, waiting, and unloading. Sometimes, the concrete slump variations at site […]
Strength Evaluation of Concrete Structures with Physical Load Test
Strength evaluation of concrete structures can be done by using physical load test method. Strength evaluation may be required from time to time for various applications of concrete structure. Procedure for concrete structure physical load test is discussed in this article. Strength Evaluation of Concrete Structures with Physical Load Test The procedure of load test […]
Construction of Slab on Ground- Design Elements
The construction of slab on ground requires certain basic design elements. These design elements must be enlisted and added in the contract documents by the designer in charge before asking for a bidding. The design elements required for slabs on ground are: The Materials required for base and the sub – base preparation. The vapor […]