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Ultra-High Performance Concrete: Your Questions Answered
How this emerging product is becoming the material of choice in repair and retrofit applications.
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Moisture Mitigation Product Testing: ASTM F3010-18
Excessive moisture infiltration poses significant challenges in the building materials industry. Structural damage, mold growth, compromised insulation efficiency, condensation problems, and moisture-related health issues are problems that not only impact the performance and durability of structures but also jeopardize the safety and well-being of occupants. ASTM F3010-18 Standard Practice for Two-Component Resin Based Membrane-forming Moisture […]
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Concrete Moisture-Related Flooring Failures: Causes and Prevention
By Dean Adams Every year, in North America alone, commercial property owners spend an estimated $2.4 billion on remediation of structures and floor coverings due to moisture-related failures. Excessive moisture in concrete slabs is not only the most commonly recurring flooring problem in all types of commercial, industrial, and residential buildings—it is the most expensive. […]
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Type IL Cement: Current State and Future Research Opportunities
By Boyd Clark, Ph.D. The cement industry is undergoing a major transition to lower its carbon footprint to align with stakeholder 2030 and 2050 climate-action goals. According to the World Green Building Council, concrete can represent 50% or more of the global warming potential (GWP) of a building. Additionally, it can be responsible for as […]
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Ultra-High Performance Concrete: Your Questions Answered
How this emerging product is becoming the material of choice in repair and retrofit applications.
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After the Fire: How Laboratory Testing Can Ensure a More Efficient Path to Recovery
When fire strikes, understanding the extent of damage as quickly as possible is critical. By Jaclyn Ferraro and Simonida Grubjesic, Ph.D. When fire impacts a structure, concrete may be the only component that’s left standing. To understand the extent of the damage, the structural engineer’s upfront involvement plays a critical role in determining the integrity […]
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