Category: Construction material
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7 Factors Affecting the Choice of Construction Materials
Proper selection of construction materials is important for all type of construction. If the Construction materials are chosen correctly, it can make a huge difference in the project cost, maintenance cost, durability etc., Factors to consider when choosing Construction Materials Type of Structure Performance Requirements Cost- Effectiveness Building Materials Availability Climate Aesthetic Reasons Environmental Reasons…
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Epoxy Coating of Steel Rod – Coal Tar Epoxy
Corrosion of steel reinforcement greatly reduces the strength of RCC members. Weak RCC members weaken the building. Epoxy coating is an efficient way to prevent corrosion of steel reinforcement. One of the best types of epoxy I recommend is Coal Tar Epoxy coating. What is Epoxy Coating? Epoxy is a type of synthetic material used…
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How to Test the quality of a 50kg Cement bag at the construction site
Cement directly affects the strength and quality of concrete. It is therefore essential for civil engineers to be aware of the various methods used to test the quality of cement on a construction site. This article will show you some simple ways to test the quality of cement in cement bags when supplied by suppliers…