Making custom plastic parts is a great way to get creative with your manufacturing process. CNC machines can be a cost-effective way to create custom plastic parts. Custom CNC machining plastic parts will reduce labor costs and have a shorter lead time, increased productivity, and less waste. There are some factors to consider before proceeding … Read more
Are you looking to undertake a project involving bricks and are bit worried about quality of bricks. If yes, you must act swiftly and undertake test of bricks. Some of these quality control parameters are a simple DIY job. So, let’s see some of the common tests on bricks to avoid hefty loss on your … Read more
Have you ever wondered how civil engineers use concrete retarders to compensate the accelerating effect of high temperature in mass concrete? Or why thy add sugar in concrete while pouring? The use of concrete retarders as admixture slows down the setting rate of concrete. Slow initial setting time allows site engineers to place concrete in … Read more
Asphalt concrete also known by the name of blacktop or flexible asphalt which is generally made by mixing different materials like coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, filler and the binding material. It is a stabilized granular soil that acts as a durable water and abrasion-resistant structure. It comprises of sand or well-graded aggregate mixed with 3 … Read more
Different types of field density test are being practiced in different parts of the world for evaluation of in-situ soil compaction and knowing the relative degree of compaction. FDT is an acronym of Field Density Test that is an in-situ Quality Control test carried out at site for knowing the increased density or compaction achieved … Read more
Water bound Macadam roads are made of large broken stones bound together with tar and gravel to create a smooth, hard surface that holds up to car and truck traffic and isn’t as bumpy as other types of road surfaces. Water bound macadam roads are made by laying down the stone bed and then covering … Read more
Along with arranging quality material and hiring skilled workers, getting equipment ready at hand is also essential for the preparation of a construction site. Safe and secure transportation of machinery and heavy equipment must be carried out to ensure on-time completion of a project. However, minor negligence in the handling or transportation of the equipment … Read more
FAB is an acronym of fly ash brick that is a special type of brick better than ordinary clay bricks. Masons use it to get high quality masonry work in building construction. It is known as high technology manufactured bricks. We use it as the replacement of red clay brick especially for environmental protection purpose. … Read more
Rutting in flexible pavement is creation of a depression or a groove. It is typically shown as wheel path engraved on the road surface. The main cause of rutting failure is the deformation of the asphalt concrete under the loading from vehicles. In cold climate areas, rutting happens as snow studded tires travel in a … Read more
There are many types of Personal Protective Equipment, or PPE, that workers must have to stay safe on the job. In this blog post, we will discuss the different types of PPE and what they are used for. Workers need to be aware of the dangers that exist in their workplace and take the necessary … Read more
