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Idaho ACI Shotcrete Nozzleman Certification Session Scheduled
New Shotcrete Nozzleman Training Class:
A new shotcrete/blastcrete/gunite ASA/ACI nozzleman certification course session is scheduled for October 14th. There are still available slots. Check here for complete details of Where, When and Who to contact…
Masonry Structures Building Code Requirements
This Code, Specification and Commentaries includes numerous changes and enhancements including provisions on self consolidating grout, reformatted and clearer seismic design requirements, revised anchor bolt capacity equations, and defined inspection frequencies of…
Cold Weather Concrete Requirements
This document provides the general requirements for producing satisfactory concrete during cold weather and methods for satisfying these requirements. In particular, this document discusses recommended temperature of concrete, temperature records, temperature of materials, preparations prior to placement, duration of protection period, methods for …
World of Concrete 2010 – Training
World of Concrete is the industry’s only annual international event dedicated to the commercial concrete and masonry construction industries. Featuring exhibits with the industry’s leading suppliers showcasing innovative products and technologies, exciting demonstrations and competitions, a world-class education program, and the…
Design of a Special Unbonded Post-Tensioned Precast Concrete Shear Wall
This standard defines procedures that may be used to design special precast concrete shear walls, coupled or uncoupled, composed of discretely jointed precast panels that are vertically post-tensioned to the foundation with unbonded tendons. Such walls are suitable for use in regions of high seismicity and for structures assigned to high seismic design categories. The standard consists of …
Billions of $ to be spent on Green Buildings
“$12 Billion was spent on Green Buildings in 2008. This number is projected to grow to $60 Billion by 2013.”
-McGraw-Hill Construction, SmartMarket Trends Report, 2008
Green building and sustainable design are trends that are here to stay. If you are in any…
