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How to Prevent Corrosion of Suspension Bridge Cables?

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Corrosion of the cables of suspension bridges is one of the factor causing deterioration of the bridge structure. The causes and prevention of...

Properties of Structural Steel for Design and Construction of Steel Structures

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Design and construction of steel structures depends on the properties of structural structures. Different properties of steel and their importance in...

How to Prevent Corrosion of Suspension Bridge Cables?

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Corrosion of the cables of suspension bridges is one of the factor causing deterioration of the bridge structure. The causes and prevention of...

Properties of Structural Steel for Design and Construction of Steel Structures

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Design and construction of steel structures depends on the properties of structural structures. Different properties of steel and their importance in...

What is launching apron

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New fire-resistant coating to prevent failure in steel building fires

A few extra coats of ‘paint’ could be all that the steel in a building needs to prevent itself from buckling and failing in a fire, suggests new research.

how to inspect for painting works?

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Is there any procedure/method statement/guideline for painting works? Read More at how to inspect for painting works? The Constructor

is a slab over a trapezoidal cross drain stable or not for a road of width 7m in rural roads

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Can a slab over a trapezoidal cross drain with slope of 1:3 be placed and whether the slab will be stable for road Read More at is a slab over a...

What type of stone is best as coarse aggregates for pile casting

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Movable Excavation Supports for Trench and Foundation Construction

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The use of movable excavation supports for trench and foundation construction is widely popular for providing adequate support. It is a must in every...

How to Calculate Number of Bricks for Rooms?

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How to calculate the number of bricks for a 10 feet x 10 feet room? Read More at How to Calculate Number of Bricks for Rooms? The Constructor

how do i brace my steel structure?

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I want to brace my steel structure. what is the standard? Read More at how do i brace my steel structure? The Constructor

How nanoscale patterning can decrease metal fatigue

Fatigue due to repetitive strain is the leading cause of failure in metal components and structures, but new research shows how crystalline structures called nanotwins can slow the accumulation of fatigue-related damage.

What is Foundation in Construction? Purpose and the Functions of Foundations

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Foundation is the lowest part of the building or the civil structure that is in direct contact with the soil which transfers loads from the structure...

What type of stone is best as coarse aggregates for pile casting

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What type of stone is best as coarse aggregates for pile casting Read More at What type of stone is best as coarse aggregates for pile casting The...

Movable Excavation Supports for Trench and Foundation Construction

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The use of movable excavation supports for trench and foundation construction is widely popular for providing adequate support. It is a must in every...

How to Calculate Number of Bricks for Rooms?

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How to calculate the number of bricks for a 10 feet x 10 feet room? Read More at How to Calculate Number of Bricks for Rooms? The Constructor

I need general method statement for building works G+2

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Please send me general method statement with complete documents like risk assessments Read More at I need general method statement for building...

How Aggregate Cement Ratio Affect Workability of Concrete?

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How is the workability of concrete is related to aggregate cement ratio? What is the effect of aggregate cement ratio on the workability of...

What is timbering in foundation concrete.

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What is the  importances in timbering to treches in foundations. Read More at What is timbering in foundation concrete. The Constructor

What is timbering in foundation concrete.

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What is the  importances in timbering to treches in foundations. Read More at What is timbering in foundation concrete. The Constructor

What is timbering in foundation concrete.

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What is the  importances in timbering to treches in foundations. Read More at What is timbering in foundation concrete. The Constructor

Seepage pressure

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Provisions of hooks in TMT bar for RCC

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Podcast Episode 77 — Michael Pekovich Interview

Okay everybody, two special programming notes right off the bat. First off, this show, recorded before the Remodeling Show and DeckExpo, happens to fall right in the middle of our […] The post Podcast Episode 77 — Michael Pekovich Interview appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Podcast Episode 76 — Welcome to the 2017 Remodeling Show and DeckExpo

In this episode, Fine Homebuilding editor Justin Fink and editorial director Rob Yagid introduce the Fine Homebuilding presence at the 2017 Remodeling Show and Deck Expo. There will be another […] The post Podcast Episode 76 — Welcome to the 2017 Remodeling Show and DeckExpo appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

ProHOME 2017: Siding and Trim

The Fine Homebuilding’s 2017 ProHOME project uses Boral siding and trim, which installs like somewhat floppy wood but paints better and is available in a wide range of dimensions, so […] The post ProHOME 2017: Siding and Trim appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Thick-wall Insulation Strategy

The insulation strategy for the ProHOME relies on a mix of a small amount of closed-cell spray foam and large quantities of cellulose. When the walls are framed and the mechanical rough […] The post Thick-wall Insulation Strategy appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

aggregates

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Exposed Concrete Floor and Finishes, Its Construction and Applications

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Exposed concrete floors are suitable for various applications is used for warehouses, galleries etc. Finishes and construction of exposed concrete...

Strength of concrete

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400 kgs of cement act result 70.3 7days result 57.6 28days result 68.9 is good result But 410kgs of cement act 67.26 7days one cube 49.87 second cube...

Strength of concrete

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400 kgs of cement act result 70.3 7days result 57.6 28days result 68.9 is good result But 410kgs of cement act 67.26 7days one cube 49.87 second cube...

Methods for reduces Ground water Contamination

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how to increase the durability of concrete?

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How to Prevent Corrosion of Suspension Bridge Cables?

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Corrosion of the cables of suspension bridges is one of the factor causing deterioration of the bridge structure. The causes and prevention of...

Properties of Structural Steel for Design and Construction of Steel Structures

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Design and construction of steel structures depends on the properties of structural structures. Different properties of steel and their importance in...

what type of stone is best as coarse aggregates for pile casting

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Movable Excavation Supports for Trench and Foundation Construction

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The use of movable excavation supports for trench and foundation construction is widely popular for providing adequate support. It is a must in every...

Calculation of bricks

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how to calculate the number of bricks for a 10*10 room ? Read More at Calculation of bricks The Constructor

Envisioning a new engineering field: Understanding atomic-scale patterns

The phenomenon that forms interference patterns on television displays when a camera focuses on a pattern like a person wearing stripes has inspired a new way to conceptualize electronic devices. Researchers are showing how the atomic-scale version of this phenomenon may hold the secrets to help advance electronics design to the limits of size and speed.

I need general method statement for building works G+2

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Please send me general method statement with complete documents like risk assessments Read More at I need general method statement for building...

Workability of concrete

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How is the workability of concrete  related to aggregate cement ratio. Read More at Workability of concrete The Constructor

Technique offers advance in testing micro-scale compressive strength of cement

Researchers have, for the first time, used a 'micropillar compression' technique to characterize the micro-scale strength of cement, allowing for the development of cement with desirable strength properties for civil engineering applications.

New property found in unusual crystalline materials

Researchers have discovered an unexpected property of some nanostructured metals, could lead to new ways of 'tuning' their properties.

Students fortify concrete by adding recycled plastic

By exposing plastic flakes to small, harmless doses of gamma radiation, then pulverizing the flakes into a fine powder, scientists can mix the plastic with cement paste to produce concrete that is up to 20 percent stronger than conventional concrete.

Methods to Reduce Efflorescence in Newly Constructed Masonry Walls

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Several methods and techniques are available to reduce the efflorescence in newly constructed masonry walls. Efflorescence reduction systems should...

What should be Minimum Ceiling Height for a Large Bedroom?

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Please can someone let me know what the minimum ceiling height should be for a large bedroom, it’s about 20 metres long by 5 metres wide? Read...

Methods of expansion joint treatments in buildings

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Kindly give the expansion joint treatment in buildings Read More at Methods of expansion joint treatments in buildings The Constructor

Types of Canal Construction Machineries and their Selection

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Construction of canals requires different types of machineries and equipments, the selection of which depends on many factors. These types of canal...

Exposed Concrete Floor and Finishes, Its Construction and Applications

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Exposed concrete floors are suitable for various applications is used for warehouses, galleries etc. Finishes and construction of exposed concrete...

Efflorscence

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Which type of chemical cleaner can be used for removal of efflorscence Read More at Efflorscence The Constructor

Adhesives and composite materials made from Swiss tree bark

Studies show that tannins extracted from native tree bark can be used to produce adhesives and composite materials. An additional area of application might be 3D printing.

Construction of Concrete Block Retaining Walls with Steps

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Construction of concrete block retaining walls, with step by step process, materials, advantages, applications and its construction inspection are...

Methods to Prevent Water Penetration in Brick Masonry Walls

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Water penetration into brick masonry walls leads to several problems such as efflorescence, mortar joint deterioration, interior moisture damages and...

How to set up HDPE liner in Evaporation Pond?

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A double layer HDPE liner shall be installed in an oily water evaporation Pond with Leak Detection. The size of the pond is 70m by 70m Read More at...

How to Setup Borehole Layout for Site Investigation of Different Foundations?

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A borehole layout consists of several boreholes arranged in different plans as per requirement for site investigation of a construction project....

Methods to Reduce Efflorescence in Newly Constructed Masonry Walls

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Several methods and techniques are available to reduce the efflorescence in newly constructed masonry walls. Efflorescence reduction systems should...

Ceilings

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Please can someone let me know what the minimum ceiling height should be for a large bedroom, its about 20 metres long by 5 metres wide? Read More...

Methods of expansion joint treatments in buildings

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Kindly give the expansion joint treatment in buildings Read More at Methods of expansion joint treatments in buildings The Constructor

Types of Canal Construction Machineries and their Selection

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Construction of canals requires different types of machineries and equipments, the selection of which depends on many factors. These types of canal...

Podcast Episode 75 — Electrical, Flooring, and the Art of Craftsmanship

In this episode, the guys discuss the upcoming Remodeling Show and Deck Expo, as well as approaching work as a craftsman and some listener questions. This podcast episode features advice […] The post Podcast Episode 75 — Electrical, Flooring, and the Art of Craftsmanship appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

A Kitchen Make-Over with Clean Finishes

This kitchen was completely updated to open up the floor plan and allow the natural light to stream in and westerly views to become visible.  A dividing wall was removed […] The post A Kitchen Make-Over with Clean Finishes appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Client’s Perspective

As a photographer, my clients come to me with varying perspectives on how they would like to see their work represented. From Architects, Landscape designers, Magazines, Interior Designers and Fabricators, […] The post Client’s Perspective appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Digital Exclusives for Issue 271

Here are the digital exclusives related to Issue 271. Check out this gallery of 24 photos from seven projects that we could not fit into the print magazine. We have […] The post Digital Exclusives for Issue 271 appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Keep Craft Alive: Tyler Grace, Remodeling Contractor

When asked if he installs baseboard in a closet as carefully as he does in a living room, Tyler Grace answers, “Of course.” Why? “Because I can’t walk away from […] The post Keep Craft Alive: Tyler Grace, Remodeling Contractor appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Kitchen and Bath Design Ideas From our Photographers

Contributing photographers Lincoln Barbour, Ken Gutmaker, Susan Teare, and Brian Vanden Brink have photographed many of the design projects featured in Fine Homebuilding magazine and on FineHombuilding.com. Here are a […] The post Kitchen and Bath Design Ideas From our Photographers appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

Kitchen and Bath Inspiration From Our K&B Issue 2017

Once again, we’ve put together an inspiring and informative annual special on arguable the most challenging rooms to design—kitchens and baths. It’s available now, right here. Since we can only […] The post Kitchen and Bath Inspiration From Our K&B Issue 2017 appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

An ’80s Kitchen is Remodeled and Taken Back to its Roots

In contrast to more traditional homes, which tend to shut out the site, this midcentury modern house attracted Amy and Matt Collins because of its many views of the wooded […] The post An ’80s Kitchen is Remodeled and Taken Back to its Roots appeared first on Fine Homebuilding .

What are the technical question which is generally asked in inerview of highway company?

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