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  • In some instances, replacement may prove to be the better option for an older structure with a few years left before the life cycle of the structure ends. In all cases, it is prudent to bring in an engineer for a structural and life cycle evaluation. If the damage is not disruptive to the entire structure, it often is best to repair. Here, crack injection is applied to a large bridge column in Galveston, Texas.

    Life Cycle Costs

    Learn when to repair and when to replace structural concrete to avoid lasting maintenance bills.

     
  • HEPA filter industrial vacuum cleaners often are preferred because they collect and retain silica dust without dispersing it back into the environment.

    Reduce Exposure

    Silica dust can cause serious health risks. Use proper housekeeping to keep this nuisance at bay, and your crew healthy.

     
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    Sculpting Wildlife

    This concrete contractor and wildlife sculptor brings life to concrete in unusual ways.

     

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  • Results and Responsibility

    How sampling location influences information collected from concrete tests.

     
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    Standing Strong

    Tilt-up construction offers a quality structural system for regions prone to increased weather conditions.

     
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    Building a 100-Year Bridge

    Chicago's iconic Wacker Drive receives a post-tensioned concrete deck in the second phase of this reconstruction project.

     

CONCRETE SURFACES

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Troubleshooting

Polishing Corner

  • Schools such as Woodland Elementary are opting for polished concrete in greater numbers.

    Surface of Choice

    Polished concrete is gaining popularity in both new school construction and in renovations.

     

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SLABS ON GRADE

  • Steel and Cracks, Part 3

    In the final installment, find out the differences between different reinforcement options and their impact on cracking.

     

DECORATIVE CONCRETE

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JOBSITE PRODUCTS

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    Flexible Vibrator

    Powered by 35cc engines, both Power Vibe and Power Vibe Pro vibrators consolidate concrete in applications including slabs, stem walls, and foundations.

     
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    Durable Electric Vibrator

    The VMK Series of electric vibrator motors features die-cast aluminum and epoxy-coated bodies with a chrome-plated roll cage that provides superior durability.

     
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    Versatile, Powerful Vibrator

    The power units for the manufacturer’s electric vibrators range from 1 1/2 to 3 hp, or 10,000 vpm under load. Heavy-duty motor windings and oversized brushes ensure optimum performance.

     
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    No Backpack Required

    The lightweight, compact Rattler vibrator runs on a gas-powered Honda GX35 engine that delivers 1 1/2 hp to vertical forms.

     
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    Customizable Vibrator Units

    The company’s line of electric vibrators offers a number of customized options.

     

PROBLEM CLINIC

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    Green Slag Concrete

    We are using a concrete mix with 60% slag in architectural concrete and are having significant issues with the color of the concrete. What can we do to avoid this?

     

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    Construction Tolerance Conflicts

    As projects become more complex in design and construction, coordination and use of project tolerances become critical across all specialties.

     
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    Technology Takes Over

    This months industry innovations include BIM and the contractor, QR codes, software integration for ready-mixed producers, and the Joint Noise Estimator app.