Tag: Concrete

Cracks occur in the concrete over time despite good quality control. Cracks are one of the signs that indicate damaged or distressed structures. However,...

Silica Fumes has been used as a mineral admixture to improve concrete properties since the 1950s. Commercial development of the material began in the...

Many homes in the United States have basements, and most homeowners encounter problems with their basement floors. The issues range from mold growth and...

Ready Mixed Concrete is made with a mix of portland cement, water, and aggregates such as sand, gravel, or crushed stone. It is manufactured...

As per the Indian Standard Specification IS 4926:2003,”Concrete mixed in a stationary mixer in a central batching and mixing plant or in a truck-mixer...

The best building materials for cold climates are not always the most durable. If you live in a cold environment, then you know that...

Concrete is the most consuming construction material in the world. It is strong in compression but it is weak in tension. To overcome concrete’s...

Shrinkage is caused by decrease in either concrete length or volume resulting from changes in moisture content or chemical changes. The need to facilitate...

Foundation problems are caused when soils under foundations either swell up as they absorb water or shrink as they lose water. Soil injection is...

There has been research going on how to use concrete buildings, into giant batteries. The idea has been gaining ground as we have come...