Monitoring your concrete curing temperature during the early stages of construction ensures the integrity of your structure. This is especially true during extreme weather conditions…
Every year, the construction industry goes through a recurring cycle. During summer, construction worksites explode in number and activity. This is the time when concrete strength development occurs at a steady…
Concrete curing temperature is undoubtedly a critical part of construction. According to a report by ACI Committee 308, the American Concrete Institute defines “curing” as…
By now, you might have noticed that we recently released a newly re-engineered version of our leading concrete sensor. This flagship product, SmartRock®, was introduced…
As global initiatives to go carbon-neutral continue to push the demand for sustainable and renewable energy sources, many are looking to wind farms as a green solution to energy needs. Wind power…
Since the commercialization of the maturity method, there have been important advancements in monitoring and computing technologies such as a simple thermocouple for concrete, wireless…
The quality of your concrete directly depends on proper curing and accurate strength tests. While there are several different methods used to test concrete strength,…
Post-tensioning is a critical component of modern construction, providing the structural strength needed for large-scale buildings and infrastructure projects. However, when cold weather enters the…
Running temperature measurements of your pour after placement is one of the most important steps in the construction of a concrete structure. That is why…
During the winter months, when snow has taken over every inch of not only your driveway, but also your jobsite, it can be incredibly frustrating…
The construction industry is experiencing a massive shift, with the Internet of Things (IoT) at the forefront of innovation. This transformation is particularly evident in…
What is the Internet of Things (IoT)? You may have heard the phrase but don’t really know what it means. Don’t worry, it is much…
When it comes to any construction project that requires the use of concrete, whether it’s a hospital, residential building, road, bridge, or dam, concrete strength…
Understanding Compressive Strength vs. Tensile Strength Ensuring your concrete is durable and stable isn’t just about achieving an acceptable level of compressive strength, which is the…
Mass concrete pours are becoming more and more present in the construction industry. As our ambition grows, the size of our concrete structures grow with…
Giatec would like to recognize Najeebullah Tareen, Junkyeong Kim, Won-Kyu Kim, and Seunghee Park of Sungkyunkwan University for their incredible research regarding the strength estimation…
Norman Lauzon is the Senior Project Manager at Ledcor, a successful and diversified construction company that partners with projects across North America. Norman has more…
Concrete temperature plays a critical role in the success of any construction project. As one of the most commonly used materials in the world, concrete…
