So that it may be certain that a concrete specimen’s mechanical properties reach the strength and deflection imperatives for its intended use, concrete specimens with specific dimensions are prepared, ...

provides a detailed overview of the rheological behaviour of concrete, including measurement techniques, casting and the impact of mix design the estimating, modelling, controlling and monitoring of ...

A shortage of skilled labor continues to be the dominate issue in the construction industry, and rightfully so. However, delays in construction schedules have always been a thorn in the side of ...

A probe into New York’s concrete testing industry has prompted city officials to launch a new program to increase the oversight and evaluation of concrete testing at construction projects throughout ...

Part I in the October 2002 issue began to unravel the mystery of deciphering airflow numbers that are derived from flow bench testing. We addressed the question, "Why test for airflow?" and detailed ...

Payment for additional testing is often a point of contention on many jobsites, even though the ASCC-NRMCA "Checklist for the Concrete Pre-Construction Conference" includes the following questions ...