Eugene O. Goeb

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  Pavement Cost Comparisons

  by Eugene O. Goeb

  To some specifiers and owners who want to get the best pavement buy for a highway, street or parking lot, the method for choosing between concrete and asphalt seems simple.

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  Why Low Cylinder Tests in Hot Weather?

  by Eugene O. Goeb

  A published report of research by the National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) is titled "The Effect of Temperature and Delivery Time on Concrete Proportions." It contains information with immediate practical application for any contractor, ready mix producer, or specifier who may ever face problems of low cylinder strength tests during hot weather construction.

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  Common Field Problems

  by Eugene O. Goeb

  Certain recurring problems can be readily prevented by an adjustment in the concrete mix or in the construction practices.

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  The Concrete Mix

  by Eugene O. Goeb

  Workability, placeability, strength, durability, economy--these are among the words that are always heard when concrete mixes are discussed. Whether or not these qualities will actually be present on the job may already be determined when the materials are being batched into the truck mixer.

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  Concrete Materials

  by Eugene O. Goeb

  Materials used to make concrete have an effect on how easily the concrete can be transported, placed and finished. Material properties also affect how fast the concrete gains strength, what strength it will ultimately reach and how well it performs in service. Portland cement, aggregates and admixtures are discussed in this article.