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September 2019

What is Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC)?

Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC)

Reinforced Cement Concrete (RCC) is a widely used construction material that combines the strength of concrete with the tensile properties of steel reinforcement. Whether you are a homeowner, an architect or a construction professional, it is important to understand the fundamentals of RCC for successful construction projects. In this blog post, we will learn about […]

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REINFORCED BRICKWORK (R.B. WORK)

reinforced brickwork

REINFORCED BRICKWORK (R.B. WORK) MATERIALS Brick should be strict of first-class quality and mortar shall be of fresh Portland cement. Fine aggregate should be clean and free from foreign matter. Steel reinforcement shall be of standard specification as described in items. CENTERING AND SHUTTERING The centering and shuttering shall be fabricated with planking or sheeting

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Sieve Analysis of Fine Aggregates || Procedure and Test Results

Set of sieves

Sieve Analysis of Fine Aggregates – Introduction Sieve analysis of fine aggregates is one of the most important tests performed on-site. Aggregates are inert materials that are mixed with binding materials such as cement or lime for the manufacturing of mortar or concrete. It is also used as fillers in mortar and concrete. Aggregates size

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Precast Concrete : Definition and Properties

precast concrete section

Precast Concrete Section What is Precast Concrete? Precast concrete consists of concrete ( a mixture of cement, aggregates, admixtures, and water) is produced by casting into a specific shape in reusable molds or by using highly advanced machinery and then cured in a controlled environment at a location other than that of its service position.

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Ordinary Portland Cement -Definition, Composition, Uses

What is Cement?

Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) It is one of the most widely used types of Portland cement. The name Portland Cement was named by Joseph Aspdin in 1824 due to its similarity in color and its quality when it hardens like Portland stone. Portland Cement is a fine powder that when mixed with water becomes the binding

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