A Beginner’s Guide to Concrete Mixes
A concrete mix is a proportionate mixture of components such as cement, sand, aggregates, and water. The mix ratios are determined based on the type of construction and mix designs. However, buildi
A Guide on How to Mitigate the Impact of Inflation on Construction Industry?
According to the latest U.S. Consumer Price Index report, inflation rate in the United States has reached a 40-year high. This will affect all the business sectors, including the construction industry, highlighting the importance of mitigating inflation. Inflation cannot be entirely controlled, but certain measures can be taken to lessen its severity. For instance, accelerate
Understanding methods of Evaluation of Existing Buildings
The available methods are evaluation by structural analysis based on known material properties, dimensions and loading, evaluation by analysis and physical load testing, and evaluation by analysis and structural modeling depending on the nature of the structure and the level of information available about the existing condition of the structure. Evaluation by analysis is used
Bacterial Concrete or Self Healing Concrete For Repair of Cracks
Bacterial concrete or self healing concrete fills up the cracks developed in structures by the help of bacterial reaction in the concrete after hardening.
Everything You Need to Know About methods of Estimation for Building Works -Long Wall Short Wall, Center Line
The estimation of construction quantities like earth work, foundation concrete, brickwork in plinth and superstructure etc. can be worked out long wall short wall method and centerline method. Following are the three different methods used for estimating building works: In this approach, the wall along the length of room is considered to be long wall
How To Avoid Common Problems During Concreting at Site?
Understanding the common concreting problems that can occur during concreting practice will help to minimize further mistakes during concreting. Most of the concreting problems arise due to: Improp
Key Facts About methods of Cost Estimation in Projects – Tools and Techniques
Reliable cost estimates are necessary for all projects. Without a cost estimate, it would be impossible to prepare a business plan, establish detailed budgets, predict resource requirement or control project costs. In the procedure of cost estimation, the Project Cost Engineer uses either one or the combination of the following tools and technique: Expertise must
Architectural Cast-in-Place Concrete and its Mix, Features and Uses
Architectural concrete provides higher aesthetic finish and serves the structural function for a building. Mix proportions, features and uses of architectural cast-in-place concrete is discussed.</
Types of Construction Cost Estimation and Their Purposes
There are different types of construction cost estimation done by owner, contractor and engineer. They all have their own purpose to know in advance the expected cost of the project in varying degr
Detailed Analysis of types and Causes of Movements in Masonry Buildings
Movements in masonry buildings are deformations caused to it due to various reasons. Types and causes of such movements in masonry buildings is discussed. There are different factors for example, temperature variations and changes in moisture content, that lead to generate or create deformations in masonry structures. These movements must be considered to prevent their