Concrete

Shrinkage is caused by decrease in either concrete length or volume resulting from changes in moisture content or chemical changes. The need to facilitate placement and consolidation of concrete often …

Foundation problems are caused when soils under foundations either swell up as they absorb water or shrink as they lose water. Soil injection is used to reduce or eliminate the …

Damp problems in a house can be due to several causes, such as rain getting through the walls or roof, moisture being absorbed from the ground, condensation settling on cold …

Exposure to environmental elements can lead to the ingress of water, moisture, chlorides and chemicals in concrete which can lead to corrosion of reinforcement and loss of structural load-bearing capacity. …

Cracks in concrete slabs are caused by several variables including shrinkage, environmental effect, inadequate design and overloading from seasonal temperature changes, and sun exposure. Concrete cracks can be sorted into …

Building cracks are the most common problem found in any type of building. We all love to have a house which is structurally safe and beautiful but it is not …

Concrete overlay is done over existing concrete floors for repair and decorative reasons. It could be colored or cementitious based. A well-designed and constructed concrete overlay floor provides excellent performance, …

ACC Ltd, one of the leading producers of cement and ready-mix concrete, launched new innovative products during the COVID-19 pandemic. These launches demonstrate the commitment to be one of the …

While concrete has always been a primary material on job sites, its popularity poses a problem for those advocates seeking greener construction methods and building products to reduce the impact …

Concrete delamination refers to the separation of the paste layer of concrete from the concrete surface. The paste layer of the concrete surface then becomes prone to all kinds of …