Honeycombs in Concrete – Their Causes and Remedies
Honeycombs are hollow spaces and cavities left in concrete mass on the surface or inside the mass where concrete could not reach. These look like honey bees nest. Improper vibration and workability
Understanding mOST SUITABLE MATERIAL FOR CONSTRUCTION
Each materials has its own characteristic that makes them different to the other materials. Stone, bricks and concrete are materials that can be used in building of buildings. In other word, each of these materials have their own advantages and disadvantages, hence, the best option of material should exhibits a balanced of characteristics ranging from
Benefits of Using Steel Fibers in Concrete
Benefits of Using Steel Fibers in Concrete The use of steel fiber in concrete can improve its many properties. The benefits of using steel fibres in concrete are as follows: 1. Steel Fibers are gen
Understanding qualities and Properties of a Good Mortar for Masonry Construction
Mortar is a paste formed by the addition of water to the mixture of binding material and fine aggregate. It plays vital role in constructions. There is different type of mortars available and every mortar should have its own advantages and disadvantages. But mortar with good qualities and properties will have more advantage over the
Behaviour of Concrete in Extreme Fire
The behavior of concrete in extreme fire is dependent on the composition and properties of the concrete structure. The type of aggregates used, the mix design, the moisture condition, and age are t
Key Facts About modern Methods of Construction -Details and Applications
A wide variety of modern methods of construction (MMC) methods and products have been developed that have completely changed the behavior of construction industry from what it was before. This change is amazing and is in the way to bring more and more developments in this sector. Modern construction approaches (MMC) are approaches that are
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.