The different concrete structures have different formwork removal times. In this article, we have covered the formwork removal time of the most common concrete structures used in the field of construction. Formwork removal time is also called de-shuttering time. Formwork removal time of concrete structures The formwork can be removed after the concrete is appropriately … Read more
Waterlogging happens when there is an excessive amount of water in a root zone of plants. This accessive quantity of water diminishes the oxygen accessible to plants’ roots. Waterlogging can be a significant limitation to plant development and creation and, under specific conditions, will cause plant demise. This limitation may not be obvious until the … Read more
Superelevation is the transverse slope provided to prevent the effect of centrifugal force and decrease the tendency of the vehicle to overturn and to skid laterally outwards by raising the pavement outer edge with respect to the inner edge. Superelevation is generally indicated by “e”. Advantages of Superelevation Superelevation increases the speed of vehicles on … Read more
Contouring in surveying is the determination of the elevation of different points on the ground surface and fixing these points of same-level situations in the contour map. The below map explain the contouring process. Methods of Contour Survey There are two methods of contour survey as given below. Direct method Indirect method 1. Direct method … Read more
Types of joint There are four types of joint in concrete construction as follows. These joins are provided in concrete structures to avoid forming cracks. Let us discuss each type of joint in concrete construction. 1. Construction Joints Construction joints are provided to permit both ways displacement in the slab. It is also transferred flexural … Read more
There are different types of load works on the structure. These loads are considered to design safe structures. Dead load Imposed load or live load Wind load Snow load Earthquake load 1. Dead load The dead load is the self-weight of the structural members. It is a permanent load on the structure. Normally dead load … Read more
Rainwater Harvesting: Rainwater harvesting is the method by which rainwater is collected, stored, and further utilized for different purposes. Rainwater is collected from a special type of roof. This rainwater is sent to a tank, reservoir, or aquifer which has percolation. Rainwater Harvesting Methods: There are two methods of rainwater harvesting. Surface Runoff Harvesting. Rooftop … Read more
Glass is a very popular material in modern construction. As the construction industry grows, there are various types of glasses emerge in the construction industry. Types Of Glasses Here is the list of important types of glasses used in construction. Float glass. Shatterproof glass. Laminated glass. Extra clean glass. Chromatic glass. Tinted glass. Toughened glass. Glass blocks Annealed Glass Heat Strengthen glass Here … Read more
A soak pit, also known as leach pit. It is a covered, porous-walled chamber that permits water to slowly soak into the ground. In the soak pit, pre-settled sewage from the septic tank is delivered to the underground chamber from where it penetrates into the neighboring soils. It is directly connected to a primary treatment … Read more
Wall cladding is a decorative covering used to cover exterior walls. It protects the interior parts of the building from the environment. Wall cladding is the most simple way of layering one material on top of another material which will make a skin layer over the walls. Cladding is utilized to stop the walls and … Read more