The Concrete Foundations Association explains the code reference and common misconceptions regarding oil on rebar for residential concrete. Appropriately referencing ACI 332-10, your inspector and you ...
When a 12-story condominium building suddenly collapsed last June in Surfside, Florida, one reason was was hiding deep inside the structure. Within its concrete foundation, walls, and floors was a ...
Nearly 40% of failure of concrete structures occurs due to corrosion of embedded steel reinforcement. For this reason, corrosion control of steel reinforcement is essential to prevent damage and ...