CIVIL ENGINEERING PRACTICE

Concrete Works

Concrete Curing

What is Curing of Concrete? Curing of concrete is the process of maintaining adequate moisture, temperature, and time for the hydration of cement in the concrete mix. Hydration is the chemical reaction that occurs when water is added to the cement, leading to the formation of chemical bonds and the hardening of the concrete. Proper […]

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Types of Brazing Methods & Applications

In this article, we’ll discuss the different types of brazing, their applications, advantages, and disadvantages. What is Brazing? Brazing is the process of joining two metals together using a molten filler metal. The filler metal will melt at a lower temperature than the two metals being joined. Brazing Process Cleaning the base metal surfaces is

Concrete Works

Formwork Removal Time & Techniques

In this article, we will discuss the method and period of formwork removal, which are crucial to ensuring the successful completion of concrete construction projects. Proper formwork removal is essential to maintaining the integrity of the structure, achieving the desired finish, and ensuring the safety of workers. Let’s delve into these aspects: What is Formwork?

Construction Materials & Their Properties

Pros & Cons of Timber in Construction

Due to its adaptability, this construction material is still widely used due to its excellent load-bearing and thermal insulation capabilities. It has evolved over time to aid the construction industry in reaching efficiency in the buildings they create.  This indicates that  timber will always be a cornerstone in the construction business, but it, like any other  building material, has advantages

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Fibre Cement Flooring: Features & Uses

A lightweight fiber cement flooring system is appropriate for any construction project with a limited construction time. It also helps to lighten the main structure. Light weight flooring system is a revolutionary system that reduces the total weight of the floors, eliminating many problems associated with heavy and dense traditional building materials such as concrete.

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Types of Fences & Their Applications

When selecting a fence for your yard, it is important to consider the structure’s design, privacy, security, and cost. Because a fence improves the aesthetics of your property in addition to providing privacy and protection. In this article, you can learn more about the different types of fences. DIFFERENT TYPES OF FENCES There are several

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Types of Gabions in Civil Construction

GABION TYPES | GABION APPLICATIONS |GABION BENEFITS AND DISADVANTAGES Different types of gabions, including gabion baskets, gabion walls, gabion wire mesh, and gabion sacks, are frequently used in retaining walls, landscaping, military applications, and road construction for stabilizing banks, coasts, highways, slope stability, and erosion protection. What is gabion? A gabion is a cage or

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Surveying & Transportation Engineering

A technique, profession, art, and  science of identifying the two-dimensional or three-dimensional positions of objects on the ground, as well as the distances and angles between them, is known as surveying. A land surveyor is an expert in the field of land surveying. These points are typically located on the Earth’s surface and are frequently used to

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Plumbing Works in Residential Construction

A plumbing system is the combination of pipes and fittings installed in a building or premises. There are two types of plumbing systems in all facilities: One is in charge of the provision of drinking water, while the other is in charge of disposing of waste water.  Water service plumbing work includes the installation, alteration,

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Steel Reinforced Concrete (SRC) Panels

Steel Reinforced Concrete System The  Steel Reinforced  Concrete (SRC) Panel System is a composite sandwich type structural panel that offers a modern alternative to traditional concrete hollow blocks (CHB) as a building material. It is composed of high tensile wires densely welded together, an expanded polystyrene (EPS) core, and concrete panels for the exterior faces. The steel reinforced concrete

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