This concrete plan tackles moisture issues and helps prevent construction delays.
Using a shrinkage-compesnating concrete produces a crack-free slab.
The Quality in Concrete Slabs Luncheon explored the characteristics of a high-quality and durable slabs, and how that might be developed into a new awards program.
Innovative apps and products in the concrete industry.
This indispensable equipment is a must-have for any flatwork contractor. Find out how to choose the best your operation.
Placing concrete around plastic voids increases efficiency and reduces costs.
Pneumatic dowel drills come in a variety of models to meet the challenges of any project. Find out what to consider when making your next purchase.
In his final installment, Allen Face explains the origin of the term superflat in warehouse construction.
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Learn about concrete floor and tile contractors, a new work zone safety resource, ACI certification programs, and Women in Concrete.
This luncheon and forum will focus on defining quality in slabs and floors beyond just flatness and levelness and how that quality can be measured, achieved, and recognized.
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Witness live demonstrations of the proper procedures used to test the characteristics of concrete slabs.
In part 2, Face discusses straightedge tolerances, and their inaccuracies.
Under resilient floors, what is less likely to telegraph joints after moisture equilibration: semirigid epoxy or polyurea?
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Topics will focus on flatness, levelness, surface durability, joint durability, moisture content, and owner satisfaction and what you can do to achieve a good slab and control the project.
Concrete floor quality is not guaranteed by high F-numbers, but rather creating a long-lasting durable floor.
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The F-min number system spurred from a need to ensure quality flat warehouse floor construction.
Random or out-of-joint cracking in slabs on ground may affect appearance and performance, and typically will increase future maintenance costs.
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In the final installment, find out the differences between different reinforcement options and their impact on cracking.
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LATICRETE International, has partnered with Supercap to form LATICRETE SUPERCAP.
A residential home showcases a number of concrete techniques.