Quality Control of Ready Mix Concrete (RMC)
Quality Control of Ready Mix Concrete (RMC) Quality control of ready-mixed concrete may be divided into three components, 1. Forward control, 2. Immediate control and 3. Retrospective control. FORWARD CONTROL: Forward control and consequent corrective action are essential aspects of quality control. Forward control includes the following. • Control of pur…
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Minimizing Defects in Plastering Work
MINIMIZING DEFECTS IN PLASTERING WORK Defects in plastering work can be minimized by following the below mentioned techniques. 1. The brick and plastering work should be carried out by skilled masons in the best workmanship manner. 2. Bond of brick work should be properly maintained. 3. Efflorescence is removed by rubbing brushes on the damaged surface. …
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Effect of Tree Roots on Building
EFFECT OF TREE ROOTS ON BUILDING Fast growing trees close to buildings can cause unequal settlement when active tree roots dry out the soil causing differential soil shrinkage. Shrinking clay affect the bearing capacity and lead to movement in the building, especially in shallow foundations. Tree roots can extend over a consi…
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Checklist for Quality Bricks
Checklist for Quality Bricks While on site, a Site Engineer must ensure that the brickwork is going on as per quality requirements. Some of the general requirements of quality of brickwork are mentioned below. Use this as a checklist while executing brickwork. 1. The thickness of joint in brick masonry should not exceed 1 cm. 2. Th…
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Causes for Cracks in RCC Slab
Causes for Cracks in RCC Slab 1. Settlement: Owing to certain factors like poorly compacted soil, sand in soil and water erosion, the ground under the slab displaces leading to settlement cracks. Poorly compacted soil can be remedied by digging it out and replacing it with crushed stone. In the event of water drains across sidewalk, back fill f…
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Difference between Shear Wall and Column
Difference between Shear Wall and Column Shear Wall and its function In structural engineering, a shear wall is a vertical element of a seismic force resisting system that is designed to resist in-plane lateral forces, typically wind and seismic loads. In many jurisdictions, the International Building Code and International Residential…
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Difference between Carpet Area, Built-up Area and Super Built-up Area
Difference between Carpet Area, Built-up Area and Super Built-up Area Buying the perfect home for yourself is one big task, you have to check a number of things that you require and desire in your home. And one of the most important things that you must check is carpet area, built up area and super built up area. Most of us are not aware of all th…
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