So that it may be certain that a concrete specimen’s mechanical properties reach the strength and deflection imperatives for its intended use, concrete specimens with specific dimensions are prepared, ...

As a foundational building material, concrete must exceed quality and strength expectations. This means rigorous testing throughout the construction process. Concrete is the most commonly used ...

In January 2002, the American Concrete Institute (ACI) issued a new standard, ACI355.2-01, which prescribed a comprehensive testing program to ascertain design parameters for post-installed adhesive ...

Not all damage to a load-bearing structure is immediately apparent. So how do civil engineers find out that a bridge or a large hall is no longer safe? Many clues form a picture. Concrete structures ...

A South West business which carries out sampling and testing of concrete has been acquired by Advantage Technical in a deal described as a "natural fit". Concrete Testing Southwest provides a concrete ...

Maturity and compressive strength of concrete is tested through both destructive and non-destructive methods. Destructive test involve damaging some of an element or the structure. Some would like to ...

In the summer of 1981 a friend called me to ask if I would be interested in moonlighting to help him install floor sealer for a company in California. Even though I worked 18 hours that day, I decided ...

Ludhiana: Council of Engineers on Thursday filed a complaint with the chief minister, minister of local bodies, chief secretary, principal secretary of local government and municipal commissioner ...

There are several factors that affect the strength, durability and longevity of portland cement concrete. The amount of entrained air within the concrete mix is one of these factors of great ...