Concrete structures are the backbone of modern infrastructure, supporting everything from buildings and bridges to nuclear power plants. Over time, these structures are subjected to various environmental and operational stresses that can lead to degradation. Assessing the condition of existing concrete structures is essential to ensure their safety, functionality, and longevity. This blog post will … Read more
In today’s construction industry, blast furnace slag has emerged as a game-changer, offering a sustainable alternative to traditional cement while enhancing concrete properties. The adoption of a by-product of steel that was once considered as waste material is now transforming construction by enhancing concrete’s properties. This revolutionary material reduces the environmental impact of concrete production … Read more
Fly ash concrete is a widely used construction material, especially in areas where sustainable building practices are emphasized. It accounts for about 45% of the market share for green concrete. It plays a huge role in reducing traditional concrete production’s environmental impact. Fly ash, a byproduct of coal combustion in power plants, is mainly used … Read more
Have you come across silica fume? It is a wonder construction material that has revolutionized concrete technology. Microsilica fume is a mineral admixture that is a by-product of silicon and ferrosilicon alloy production. Because of its physical and chemical properties, Silica fume is a very reactive pozzolan. By incorporating silica fume into concrete mixes, construction … Read more
Concrete is the foundation of modern construction, quite literally. Its versatility and strength have made it the world’s most widely used building material. However, the quality and durability of concrete are heavily influenced by a factor often overlooked: temperature. From the moment concrete is mixed to its final curing stages, temperature plays a crucial role … Read more
Concrete design in civil engineering is guided by standards like Eurocode 2 and ACI, which help engineers determine the appropriate reinforcement to ensure structural integrity and safety. The underlying principle of concrete design is based on the behavior of concrete under-loading. Reinforced Concrete, the main load-bearing concrete construction material, exhibits three key stages of behavior … Read more
Steel fiber concrete is a revolutionary material that has transformed the construction industry. The use of fibers in concrete has enabled the creation of structures that are more durable, ductile, and far more strong. Steel fiber concrete achieves this added strength and performance by limiting cracks and thereby increasing the ductility of the concrete. This … Read more
Ever wondered how architects and designers make those amazing, organic shapes in concrete? The secret is fabric concrete moulds. This new way of casting concrete is changing how we see this versatile material1. Fabric concrete moulds were first used by innovators like Mark West. He won a LafargeHolcim Awards Bronze in 2005 for his “Material … Read more
Ground penetrating radar (GPR) is an incredibly useful non-destructive testing technique for inspecting concrete structures in the construction industry. GPR allows you to essentially see through the concrete to visualize what is inside – things like rebar, post-tension cables, conduits, and concrete quality issues such as voids,lamination,corrosion,cracks or other defects. GPR is versatile technology that … Read more
What is the vibration of concrete? Vibrating concrete is an important step of concreting that expels the entrapped air and excess water from freshly placed concrete and increases the density of the concrete. It is a must-done procedure of concreting immediately after pouring except for special types of concrete such as self-compacting concrete that does … Read more