Engineering

Waterproofing is a critical task of construction projects, which prevents water and moisture infiltration in concrete structures. It can significantly decrease maintenance costs associated and ensure structural longevity and durability when well executed. Among the various waterproofing solutions...

This blog post might contain affiliate links - read our full affiliate disclosure here. As some construction professionals are aware: "Concrete curing is an art". Achieving optimal curing temperature is difficult in challenging weather conditions, such as colder...

One of the key aspects of optimal curing is temperature control. Several studies, such as this article, have shown a direct relationship between curing temperatures, short-term and long-term concrete strength, and other factors, such as air bubbles, which might...

If you have ever worked in construction projects involving long concrete pavement sections, such as highways, you might have come across a concrete keyway joint. But what is it specifically? Keyways joints in concrete are an intentional gap...

Concrete dowels are commonly used on construction sites, especially when concrete structures are being built. Albeit that, many construction professionals still need to become more familiar with them and/or what they are used for.So, in a nutshell, what...

Different pathologies can affect reinforced concrete. Albeit the most famous one is probably honeycomb, normally associated with inadequate concrete vibration during the pouring process, cold joints are also very frequent on construction sites. But do you know what concrete...

Discover the significance of concrete expansion joints and learn why and how these joints are crucial for ensuring the durability and structural integrity of concrete structure.