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Hayan Azzam

Hayan is an Engineering Solutions Support Associate at Giatec Scientific Inc. and holds a Master’s degree in Civil Engineering from the University of Windsor. With a passion for advancing the engineering field, Hayan has developed strong expertise in reinforced concrete, design, and IoT technology. Combining a solid engineering foundation with practical skills, Hayan plays a key role in providing technical support to Giatec’s clients, ensuring they leverage the full potential of cutting-edge technology for the concrete industry.

Timing Is Everything: How Long Should Concrete Cure Before Putting Weight on It?

Concrete is a fundamental material in construction, and its performance is highly dependent on its curing process. Understanding how long concrete should cure before loading is crucial to ensure structural integrity and safety. This blog delves into the curing period required for concrete, explores relevant standards, and examines how modern technologies like sensors and the maturity method can optimize this process.  Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now The Importance of Proper Curing Curing is essential to concrete development because it directly affects its strength and durability. According to the American Concrete Institute (ACI), proper curing helps maintain the moisture level, temperature, and chemical environment required to hydrate cementitious materials in concrete. Inadequate curing can lead to incomplete hydration, resulting in reduced strength and increased susceptibility to cracks and other defects. ACI…

How Long Does It Take for Concrete to Set?

Concrete is a key construction material known for its strength and adaptability. Its performance is also dependent on managing its setting times. This blog will explore the science behind the initial and final concrete setting times. Factors such as temperature, humidity, and mix composition influence these setting times. We will also discuss how modern technologies like SmartRock® sensors are enhancing concrete curing practices, leading to improved quality and durability of structures. Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now What Are the Initial and Final Concrete Setting Times? The setting times are influenced by several factors including temperature, mix design, and the presence of chemical admixtures.  What Factors Affect the Setting Times of Concrete? TemperatureTemperature plays a significant role in the setting times of concrete. Higher temperatures accelerate the hydration process, leading to shorter setting…

About Giatec

Giatec is a global company revolutionizing the construction industry by bringing smart testing technologies and real-time data collection to the forefront of every jobsite. Giatec’s suite of hardware and software products has leveraged advanced technologies such as AI and the Internet of Things (IoT), including wireless concrete sensors, mobile apps, and advanced non-destructive technologies (NDT) to drive innovation throughout concrete’s lifecycle and reduce concrete’s carbon footprint.

Our suite of hardware and software products has leveraged advanced technologies such as; Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT), including; wireless concrete sensors, mobile apps, and advanced non-destructive technologies (NDT) to drive innovation throughout concrete’s lifecycle.

Combining wireless concrete sensors and mobile apps, Giatec has developed smart IoT-based technologies, like SmartRock® concrete maturity sensors, for real-time monitoring of concrete properties. This provides critical information to contractors so they can make efficient and informed decisions on the jobsite, ultimately saving time and money. Ready-mix producers also leverage the SmartRock® Plus cloud, which gives them access to concrete performance data to optimize their mix designs.

Wireless Sensors and NDT Technologies

Our suite of hardware and software products has leveraged advanced technologies such as; Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT), including; wireless concrete sensors, mobile apps, and advanced non-destructive technologies (NDT) to drive innovation throughout concrete’s lifecycle.

Combining wireless concrete sensors and mobile apps, Giatec has developed smart IoT-based technologies, like SmartRock® concrete maturity sensors, for real-time monitoring of concrete properties. This provides critical information to contractors so they can make efficient and informed decisions on the jobsite, ultimately saving time and money. Ready-mix producers also leverage the SmartRock® Plus cloud, which gives them access to concrete performance data to optimize their mix designs.

 

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