Cold weather concreting presents a range of challenges for contractors, particularly when working in very low-temperature environments. One of the primary challenges is the effect…
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) publishes ACI 318 which provides the minimum requirements for the design and construction of structural concrete buildings and structures. This standard…
Concrete quality plays a pivotal role in ensuring the structural integrity and durability of construction projects. With advancements in technology, the construction industry is shifting…
In the world of concrete technology, achieving optimal performance is crucial. However, special precautions must be taken to comply with standards and have the best-finalized…
In the age of rapid technological changes, it is imperative for the construction industry to be on top of the digitalization of jobsite procedures. Today,…
If you are an engineer, construction professional, or contractor, you know how important it is to monitor the strength of your in-situ concrete. That is…
Learn about maturity, drilled cores, field- and lab-cured cylinders, and compare them for concrete strength evaluation.
For years, concrete structures have played a pivotal role in the expansion and development of cities around the world. From housing to office buildings, these…
Concrete cooling systems are essential in construction projects that have mass concrete elements to monitor. This is because concrete generates heat during the hydration process….
The strenuous job of planning a reinforced concrete structure does not end after your project is complete. Concrete structures can be exposed to elements like…
In this blog, we will review the basics of concrete pour management, its benefits, and the technological advances available in the market to maximize your concrete performance.
Giatec 360™ is the world’s most advanced web-based dashboard for controlling and predicting the quality of concrete pours. With this latest online concrete monitoring software,…
Corrosion is a natural process that occurs when the steel rebar within reinforced concrete structures rusts. In scientific terms, concrete corrosion is the “destruction of…
A concrete mix is a combination of five major elements in various proportions: cement, water, coarse aggregates, fine aggregates (i.e. sand), and air. Additional elements,…
Corrosion is a natural process that occurs when a structure is exposed to elements like CO2 or chloride, which can penetrate the concrete all the…
Summer is a busy time for the construction industry. The warm months present a chance to get a lot done, and avoid the extensive challenges…
The maturity method is a convenient approach to predict the early age strength gain of concrete, using the principle that the concrete strength is directly related to the hydration temperature history of cementitious paste.
When choosing a method for concrete strength measurement and concrete field strength monitoring, it is important for project managers to consider the impact that each…
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