Concrete Work Procedure – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org Sat, 12 Nov 2022 17:52:47 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://i0.wp.com/theconstructor.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/cropped-The-Constructor-favicon-tinified2-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Concrete Work Procedure – The Constructor https://theconstructor.org 32 32 181067336 Pony Walls: Types, Construction Procedure, and Advantages https://theconstructor.org/structural-engg/wall/pony-walls-types-advantages/568032/ Sat, 12 Nov 2022 17:52:44 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=568032 Pony walls are low-height partition walls that are often used to divide large open areas. A pony wall is also called a half wall or a short wall, while the terms “knee wall” and “cripple wall” are sometimes used alternatively.  It is a low-rise wall that isn’t built all the way up to the ceiling […]

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]]> 568032 What are Rebar Shakers? https://theconstructor.org/concrete/rebar-shaker/560935/ Fri, 14 Jan 2022 17:09:03 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=560935 A rebar shaker is a vibratory device attached to steel bars which turns them into a vibratory instrument to consolidate the concrete. It is designed to compact concrete in reinforced concrete elements that cannot be reached easily, such as congested reinforced concrete elements and reinforced concrete masonry walls. The device is practical and easy to […]

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]]> 560935 Concrete Revibration: Effects on Concrete and Applications in Building Construction https://theconstructor.org/concrete/concrete-revibration-effects-applications/560750/ Tue, 11 Jan 2022 17:42:23 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=560750 Concrete revibration is a deliberate and systematic vibration of concrete that has been vibrated sometime before. It can be carried out at any time provided the concrete remains plastic and the vibration instrument penetrates concrete under its weight. However, the best results are achieved when this is performed before the initial setting time of concrete. […]

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]]> 560750 Practical Tips for Using Concrete Vibrators in the Field https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/concrete-vibrators-field/560707/ Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:15:24 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=560707 Vibration is one of the methods used to consolidate poured concrete to achieve required density and, subsequently, the designated concrete strength. Vibrators (internal and external or shutter vibrator) need to be used properly and skillfully; otherwise, the concrete may get over vibrated or under vibrated; compromising the concrete quality in both cases. That is why […]

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]]> 560707 Major Problems in Concrete Pumping Works: How to Avoid Them? Video Included https://theconstructor.org/building/concrete-pumping-works-problems/200684/ Fri, 12 Feb 2021 08:22:00 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=200684 The major problems that one encounters when pumping concrete are blockage of pipeline, and segregation and bleeding of concrete mix. Blockage is the failure of concrete to emerge at the end of the pipeline. It is characterized by an increase in pressure that can be observed on the pressure gauge. Blockage can be caused by […]

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]]> 200684 How to Prevent Honeycomb in Concrete Structures? Video Included https://theconstructor.org/practical-guide/prevent-honeycomb-elements-structural-concrete/58625/ Wed, 10 Feb 2021 19:44:00 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=58625 The prevention of honeycomb in concrete structures can save time and money, and help construct structurally sound concrete members. Therefore, undertaking preventive measures to avoid the occurrence of honeycomb is of utmost importance. The measures include proper compaction, use of rigid and waterproofing formwork, clean placement of steel bars, adequate concrete cover, etc. Causes of […]

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]]> 58625 How to Consolidate Concrete in Congested Reinforced Concrete Members? https://theconstructor.org/construction/consolidate-concrete-congested-reinforced-concrete-members/243945/ Sat, 14 Nov 2020 17:18:16 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=243945 Consolidation of fresh concrete in congested concrete members should be performed using proper concrete pouring and compaction procedures. Otherwise, the concrete element suffers from strength deficiency and durability loss due to problems like honeycomb and poor concrete cover in addition to expensive and time-consuming repair work. Structural and seismic design requirements, embedded conduits and pipes, […]

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]]> 243945 Understanding Water Leakage in Concrete Structures: Its Causes and Prevention https://theconstructor.org/concrete/causes-water-leakage-concrete-prevent/230835/ Mon, 09 Nov 2020 11:50:36 +0000 https://theconstructor.org/?p=230835 Proper understanding of the causes behind water leakage in concrete is necessary for designers and site engineers to incorporate the preventive measures. Several factors, like the use of poor-graded aggregate, overdose of admixtures, deviations from designated mix, improper concrete placement, impurities in aggregates, etc. are responsible for water leakage in concrete. Examples of some structures […]

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