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The Crumbling Infrastructure in America

Sarah McGuire May 27, 2016

The majority of the United States’ largest infrastructure projects were built in the 19th and the 20th century. The USA was once in the headlines…

Five Infrastructure Emergencies in the U.S.

Sarah McGuire May 17, 2016

Advocates for investing in the nation’s infrastructure are hesitant to single out certain projects as deserving priority over others, arguing that sustained funding and attention…

A new custom 3D printable cement

Giatec Scientific Inc. April 28, 2016

While 3D printing homes still sounds like something that only happens in science fiction, the technology is coming along nicely. There are naturally a few…

Record Demand at Bauma 2016

Sarah McGuire April 27, 2016

Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download Now • 3,423 exhibitors from 58 countries• Approx. 580,000 visitors…

Corrosion Awareness Day

Giatec Scientific Inc. April 22, 2016

It is a never-ending problem! Corrosion of rebar in concrete is the major cause of infrastructure deterioration worldwide. April 24th is the corrosion awareness day….

bauma Innovation Awards

Sarah McGuire April 11, 2016

Six companies and research institutions were with the bauma Innovation Award during a festive ceremony held on April 10 in the church Allerheiligenhofkirche in Munich….

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Rebar Corrosion | Concept and Measurement Techniques

Giatec Scientific Inc. April 9, 2016

Rebar corrosion is one of the main deterioration mechanisms in reinforced concrete structures exposed to aggressive environments. In this video, the basic corrosion concept is presented, and various electrical methods to assess the steel corrosion in concrete are discussed.

Giatec In Denmark

Sarah McGuire April 4, 2016

Giatec’s SmartRock sensors are continuing to get adopted internationally. With sensors sold in over 25 countries since launched in November 2015, we are looking forward…

Kolkata Overpass Collapse

Sarah McGuire March 31, 2016

On March 31st 2016, one of the largest cities in India, Kolkata, witnessed a massive overpass collapsed. The massive structure collapsed onto a busy intersection in the commercial district of the city. According to multiple media outlets at least 20 individuals have been killed and up to 150 others were trapped after the overpass collapsed.

Concrete Hub, the educational mobile app

Sarah McGuire March 31, 2016

Click on your smartphone’s app store and type in concrete, what do you find? Nothing but endless calculator apps to help determine the amount of…

UCLA researchers turn carbon dioxide into sustainable concrete

Giatec Scientific Inc. March 22, 2016

UCLA researchers turn carbon dioxide into sustainable concrete. The new building material could transform polluting emissions into a valuable resource. A team of interdisciplinary researchers at UCLA has been working on a unique solution that may help eliminate these sources of greenhouse gases.

Corrosion is a never-ending problem for concrete

Giatec Scientific Inc. March 18, 2016

Estimates put the cost of concrete corrosion at about $9 billion annually. This article looks at the causes of corrosion and what’s being done to mitigate it and notes that ultrasonic and videoscope inspection can help determine if corrosion is occurring inside concrete.

Weak Concrete Blamed in Taiwan High-Rise Collapse

Giatec Scientific Inc. February 24, 2016

Design issues or lack of quality control? Empty oil cans were used as “construction materials” in the 17-story building that collapsed earlier this month in Taiwan following the 6.4 magnitude earthquake. Moreover, the rebar bending appeared to be performed incorrectly.

Researchers work to develop self-healing concrete

Giatec Scientific Inc. February 14, 2016

Researchers are hoping to use concrete’s natural properties to help aid in the healing process and extend the life of the material. The article summarizes much of the research into self-healing concrete.

De-icing concrete could improve roadway safety

Giatec Scientific Inc. January 30, 2016

De-icing concrete could improve roadway safety, guard against corporate espionage Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest Challenges. Download our 2025 Innovations Calendar! Download…

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