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1. Fineness Test The fineness of cement is a measure of cement particle size and is denoted as terms of the specific surface area of cement. The Test is done by sieving cement samples through a standard IS sieve. The weight cement particle whose size is greater than 90 microns is determined and the percentage of the retained particle are calculated. This is known […]
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The general steps involved in plastering of concrete surfaces are – 1. Preparation of Concrete Surface Prior to the plastering work, the surface of the concrete to be plastered is to be cleaned from peeling paint, flaking bits of old plaster and should be free from paint, oil, and dust so that the plaster can
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Several types of defects are found in plastering work which range from blistering, cracks, efflorescence, flaking, peeling, popping, softness and uneven surfaces. When these defects are visible, they should be repaired instantly. Blistering of Plastered Surface: Blistering of the plastered surface is happened when small patches are expanded outside the plane of the plastered surface.
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PROCEDURE: Hand mixing should be done on a smooth, clean and watertight platform of suitable size in the following manner: Measured quantity of sand is spread evenly. The required quantity of cement is dumped on the sand and spread evenly. The sand and cement is then mixed intimately with a spade, turning the mixture over
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Bricks are classified as first-class, second class, third class, and fourth class based on their quality. First Class Bricks These are thoroughly burnt and are of deep red, cherry, or copper colour. The surface should be smooth and rectangular, with parallel, sharp, and straight edges and square corners. These should be free from flaws, cracks,
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1. Perforated Bricks Perforated bricks must not be confused with hollow bricks in the sense that perforated bricks have small diameter large number of holes or cavities. Perforated bricks give more compressive strength than the hollow bricks discussed below. The perforated have perforations in cylindrical shape along their thickness. At the time of casting the
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Brick Hammer Brick hammer is used to cut the bricks and also used to push the bricks if they come out of the course line. Chisel Chisel is generally used in woodwork and this must be useful to remove the concrete bumps or excess concrete in hardened surface. Circular Saw Circular saw used to cut
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Qualification and Competence of Technical Personnel for Preparations of Schemes for Building Permit and Supervision General Building/Development work for which permission is sought shall be planned, designed, and supervised by registered professionals. The registered professionals for carrying out the various activities shall be: Architect, Engineer, Structural engineer, Town planner, Landscape architect, Urban designer, Supervisor. Requirements of
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Site engineers are always subjected to risks and dangers. It is a part of a site engineer’s daily life as the construction site is full of big equipment, machinery, and hazardous materials. Apart from that, there are concerns about height, high temperature, and sharp-edged materials and tools. Thus, it requires a site engineer to be
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Many types of cement are available in markets with different compositions and for use in different environments. 1. Ordinary portland cement This type of cement is used in construction where there is no exposure to sulphate in the soil or groundwater. Ordinary Portland Cement is also known as OPC is a type of cement
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