The contractors in this article share some of their experiences and advice on successful specification changes. As an expert in concrete construction, you are probably more knowledgeable about the ...

The terms thinset cement, thinset mortar, dryset mortar ,and drybond mortar are synonymous. Concrete Concrete consists of specialty cement or Portland cement and water mixed with coarse aggregate (e.g ...

Concrete specifications often require the concrete contractor to submit a cold weather concreting plan. A good plan ties the submittal to cold weather requirements in the specification and can ...

Specialty cement, concrete and mortar vary in terms of basic specifications and mechanical, electrical, and thermal properties. Basic specifications include set/cure time, set/cure temperature, ...

Concrete is essential for building communities and infrastructure, but traditional cement production accounts for 7% of ...