Concrete Properties – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Mon, 27 Dec 2021 18:36:03 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Concrete Properties – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 NeoConcrete: Applications and Advantages https://theconstructor.org/building/neoconcrete-applications-advantages/560411/ Mon, 27 Dec 2021 18:33:56 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=560411 NeoConcrete is a construction material that creates a continuous coating of 0.4 cm thickness for walls, floors, and exteriors that resembles terrazzo or granite finish. It is produced from a mix of cement, decorative aggregate, and resin. The most common use of NeoConcrete is as a highly resistant flooring and polished finish. This makes it […]

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]]> 560411 How can Lignin Help Improve Concrete Construction? https://theconstructor.org/concrete/lignin-improve-concrete-construction/558107/ Sun, 05 Sep 2021 08:07:07 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=558107 Lignin is a wood waste, which after necessary processing, can be used in the field of building materials and construction as a water-reducing admixture, set retarder, grinding agent in cement production, cement replacement materials, etc. It makes concrete stronger by increasing its compressive strength, and greener by reducing cement quantity in concrete production. As a […]

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]]> 558107 How to Prevent Reinforcement Corrosion on Site? https://theconstructor.org/concrete/prevent-reinforcement-corrosion-field/557714/ Fri, 13 Aug 2021 16:56:49 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=557714 Corrosion of steel bars is highly detrimental for reinforced concrete elements and might undermine their serviceability and even cause structural failure. However, various precautions can be taken to prevent corrosion of steel bars on construction sites. Concrete with high quality and low permeability is essential for controlling various corrosion mechanisms. Therefore, although conventional concrete is […]

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]]> 557714 How can Embodied Carbon be Used to Reduce Global Warming? https://theconstructor.org/concrete/carbon-dioxide-building-materials-global-warming/552860/ Sat, 01 May 2021 22:48:55 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=552860 The use of carbon dioxide directly i.e. without chemical modification, or after chemical conversion processes for the production of building construction materials is a key strategy to mitigate climate change and use resources efficiently.  Researchers have been relentlessly conducting investigations to implement this strategy in the production of building materials, and the results have been […]

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]]> 552860 Concrete Slump Variations at Site: How to Deal with it? Explained with Video https://theconstructor.org/concrete/variations-concrete-slump-site/185442/ Fri, 05 Feb 2021 11:38:00 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=185442 Adjusting the slump of concrete is a part of the concreting process, which the contractors should manage properly and cautiously. The concrete slump variation from one transit mixer to another is generally due to aggregate moisture content, concrete temperature, mixing process; and time of delivery, waiting, and unloading. Sometimes, the concrete slump variations at site […]

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]]> 185442 Failed Concrete Slump Test? Here is What you Should do https://theconstructor.org/concrete/site-slump-test-fails/176167/ Sat, 10 Oct 2020 03:26:00 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=176167 Engineers should make a proper decision when an on-site slump test fails. The decision could be an outright rejection of the complete batch of concrete or the suspension of the work due to the contractor’s failure to follow project requirements. Alternatively, the client may permit the contractor to continue the work and wait to see […]

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]]> 176167 Standard Specifications of Hollow and Solid Concrete Blocks https://theconstructor.org/concrete/hollow-solid-concrete-blocks-specification/54785/ Thu, 24 Sep 2020 06:07:34 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=54785 In recent times, we have seen a drastic transition from brick masonry to concrete block masonry due to its numerous advantages such as fire resistance, good acoustic performance, cost-efficiency, and strength. In this article, we’ll discuss the standard specifications of hollow and solid concrete blocks such as dimensions, classification, physical requirements, drying shrinkage, moisture movement, […]

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]]> 54785 How does Natural Pozzolan affect Concrete Properties? [PDF] https://theconstructor.org/concrete/affects-natural-pozzolan-concrete/44235/ Tue, 09 Jun 2020 07:43:15 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=44235 Natural pozzolans affect several concrete properties in both fresh and hardened state. It improves the workability of concrete and increases its setting time. The reduction of concrete bleeding and segregation is one of the crucial benefits of natural pozzolans. It enhances concrete durability, but reduces early strength and ultimate strength when the mix contains a […]

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