Purpose of Plinth Beam
Plinth beams are usually used in case the foundations are bit deeper and thus they act like a bracing or tying element. One more reason to provide plinth beam is …
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Steps of Concrete Construction
The construction steps are Selecting quantities of materials for selected mix proportion Mixing Checking of workability Transportation Pouring in formwork for casting Vibrating for proper compaction Removal of formwork after …
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Plaster Debonding
If the plaster tries to separate from the substrate that is called Plaster debonding. When debonding occurs, plaster is separated from the wall. Now, you can imagine what will happen …
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Formation of Cracks
The formation of cracks is dangerous for protection against corrosion. Once concrete cracks, the external depassivating agents can penetrate deep into concrete and set off the process of corrosion. Cracks …
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Purpose of Binding Wires
To avoid displacement of bars during concrete pouring. To keep the reinforcement intact in its required position. To provide spacing of bars as specified by a consultant. Keep lapped bars …
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Types of Concrete Pumps
Based on the pumping pressure, ease of working and developing technologies different concrete pumps have been developed. The main classification of concrete pumps are: Line Concrete Pumps Boom Concrete Pumps …
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Function of Main Reinforcement Bars
In order to transfer that bending moment developed at the bottom of the slab, Main reinforcement bar is to provide at the shorter span direction. The purpose of the main …
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Primary, Secondary & Tie Beam
Primary Beam: The beams that are connecting columns for transferring loads of a structure directly to the columns are known as primary beams. Usually, primary beams are shear connected or …
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