So you are actually looking for details on physical classification of rocks and are unable to find some resourceful and in-depth guide. Don’t worry here I am with another useful guide exploring different types of rocks based on its physical appearances and its classification based on how it looks. There are actually three common classifications … Read more
So you are involved in a construction project comprising of heavy steel rebar and you are wondering what different types of rebar support are available in the market and what could the best choice be for rebar chair for seamless spacing. Reinforcement is provided in concrete at certain spacing and orientation for ensuring adequate area … Read more
So you are stuck in a situation when you have to decide between mechanical excavation and soft excavation by hydrovac; so here I am to tell when would you need a hydrovac ? Alongside, we’ll go deep into process, benefits, and applications of hydrovac excavation. If you are client or owner of the project who … Read more
Hempcrete Blocks are basically made with the help of two ingredients i.e. lime as binding agent or binder mixed with the core of hemp plant. After decades of modernization, advancement and innovation in science and particularly in construction engineering, the humans have realized that they had moved far away from nature resulting in so many … Read more
I have been asked by one of our fan a question that how much does #8 rebar weight per foot ? So I thought why not create a comprehensive guide on unit weight of deformed rebars. So if you have any question about:- weight of rebar per foot steel weight calculation formula weight of reinforcing … Read more
Plate Bearing Test also known as plate load test or static loading test, is an in-situ load bearing test of soil. The activity of plate bearing test is performed in order to determine the bearing capacity of soil underneath that is likely to take the anticipated load of temporary or a permanent structure. It is … Read more
High Strain Dynamic Pile Testing or PDA Pile Testing is an alternate pile testing technique which takes less time for test preparation and conducting, compared to the conventional static pile load test. This test method is used to obtain the force and velocity through measured strain and acceleration induced in a pile during the impact … Read more
For different types of lifting jobs in construction sites there are different types of cranes each having its pros and cons and are specific for certain jobs. So in today’s post we will be discussing in detail about the different construction crane types, their applications, advantages and disadvantages. So after reading the post you’d be … Read more
Soundness test of cement by Le-Chatelier apparatus is very easy but very important test along with many other quality tests on cement. Before going to the exact details, procedure and calculations of soundness test of cement by Le-Chatelier apparatus, let’s first discuss about the overview of soundness. A sound cement doesn’t undergo volumetric changes i.e. … Read more
So now you have got the turbidity curtain and are now looking for curtain installation process so here is a step by step guide for you. I am actually glad that you have chosen the turbidity curtain for your marine construction, dredging and remediation projects. You top priority here is that you want to control … Read more