Sinkholes are one of the weirder realities of life in a country with aging infrastructure. A hole that appears out of the blue and can be big enough to swallow vehicles – that sounds like an urban legend. Right? While… Read More
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Staying Safe Against Silica Dust While Working With Concrete
When you work in construction, you’ll inevitably have a job site that will end up producing a ton of silica dust. In fact, this type of dust can be quite harmful when proper protective measures aren’t taken seriously. The reality… Read More
Why DIY Concrete Demolition is Dangerous
There is no denying that it can get expensive to pay someone else to demolish any concrete project you need help demolishing. In fact, having success with your concrete demolition might be easier than you think — and be cost-effective… Read More
Firestopping vs. Fireproofing
When constructing a building, firestopping and fireproofing can both be essential parts of the process. If a fire were to happen, you want to know the steps have been taking to limit injuries or property damage. Businesses, property owners, and… Read More
Learning About Different Kinds of Rebar
People who are familiar with concrete work know that most projects require some sort of reinforcement. Why – isn’t concrete incredibly sturdy? In short: concrete is incredible strong under compression but relatively weak in terms of tensile strength. So to… Read More
Why Concrete Deterioration Occurs
While concrete is renowned for being a durable, long-lasting material, anyone who has driven on the roads in a major American city knows that as durable as it is, it doesn’t last forever. Over time, we begin to see concrete… Read More
More Ways That Water Can Harm Concrete Structures
Concrete structures need to remain sturdy, and you can get them to last a very long time with proper care. Unfortunately, some factors can negatively impact concrete structures. One of those factors is water. If concrete structures take on too… Read More
Myths Regarding Post-Tensioning
We’ve been using the method of post-tensioning all the way since the 1950s. Today, it’s popular in all kinds of projects, including high-rise offices, residential buildings, and parking structures. You may be an architect trying to understand how to design… Read More