Precast Concrete: Its Types, Advantages, Manufacturing
What is Precast Concrete? The term precast concrete is applied to individual concrete members of various shapes, which are designed to fit in parts … Read more →
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Formwork (Shuttering) for Concrete [Its Types, Design]
Formwork (shuttering), centering and scaffolding are temporary works built for carrying out the construction of buildings. Formworks are used for structures such as: 1. … Read more →
How to Mix Concrete | Mixing Concrete by Hand and Machine.
Mixing Concrete. The main object of mixing concrete (cement, sand, coarse aggregates and water) is to obtain a uniform and easily workable concrete paste. … Read more →
A Detailed Guide on Grading of Aggregates.
Grading of Aggregates. Grading of aggregates is determining the average grain size of the aggregates before they are used in construction. This is applied … Read more →
Setting of Cement – Initial and Final Setting Time of Cement
The Setting of Cement. The conversion of a plastic paste of cement to a non-plastic and rigid mass is known as Setting of cement. … Read more →