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Main reasons to test the quality of concrete

March 14, 2022March 14, 2022 - by Kathir - 1 Comment

Main reasons to test the quality of concrete are 1) In order to check the quality difference of concrete between the given specifications to the supplied standard of mixture. 2) …

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Causes of Honeycomb In Concrete

February 27, 2022February 27, 2022 - by Kathir - Leave a Comment

Low concrete workability, i.e., improper w/c ratio. Over-vibration of concrete Inadequate concrete compaction Addition of extra water to concrete mixture to increase workability Pouring concrete from excessive heights Formwork lacks …

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Concrete Staining Procedure

November 7, 2021November 7, 2021 - by Kathir - 1 Comment

The concrete staining process is moderately difficult, affordable, and may take up to two days. The following are the steps involved in concrete straining: Preparation of Concrete Surface Irrespective of …

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Types of Concrete Finishes

September 27, 2021September 27, 2021 - by Kathir - Leave a Comment

Types of Concrete Finishes are Troweled Finish Broom Finish Exposed Aggregate Finish Salt Finish Polished Finish Colored Finish Stamped Concrete Finish Troweled Finish Trowel finish is the most common and …

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How To Select Quality Coarse Aggregate

September 5, 2021September 5, 2021 - by Kathir - 1 Comment

The typical coarse aggregate size ranges from 4.75 mm to 18 mm. Gravel or broken stone aggregates with rough and non-glassy texture are the best aggregates because they create a …

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Why Column Ties are Used in Concrete Columns

August 22, 2021August 22, 2021 - by Kathir - Leave a Comment

The following are the main reasons behind using ties in the column. To hold the longitudinal bars in position in the forms while the concrete is being placed. To prevent …

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Vibrating Concrete and Methods

January 24, 2021January 24, 2021 - by Kathir - 1 Comment

A Concrete vibrator is a tool or a machine that vibrates the concrete to expel the water and air traps in it. Vibration helps in minimizing the internal friction by …

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Bulk Density of Aggregates

January 3, 2021January 3, 2021 - by Kathir - Leave a Comment

Bulk density of aggregates is the mass of aggregates required to fill the container of a unit volume after aggregates are batched based on volume. It depends on the packing …

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