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Giatec’s Pioneering AI Programs for Sustainable Concrete Testing and Reducing CO2 Emissions

Andrew Fahim August 16, 2021

In late 2020, Giatec announced that our artificial intelligence (AI) program RoxiTM has been trained with the funding provided by Sustainable Development Technology Canada (SDTC), which will help in the reduction of cement usage during concrete testing. For those that are unfamiliar with Roxi’s functions, require deeper insights into how and why this…

Choosing the Right Concrete Thermocouple for Your Jobsite

Giatec Scientific July 27, 2021

What Is a Concrete Thermocouple? In layman’s terms, a thermocouple is an electric device that measures temperature, essentially making it a type of thermometer. That being said, it is not the kind of thermometer you would use to measure your body temperature when running a fever, or to deduce what the atmospheric weather is today, or as an in-built mechanism within your…

The Importance of Monitoring Temperature Differentials in Mass Concrete

Giatec Scientific July 5, 2021

Closely monitoring concrete temperatures is critical for ensuring proper strength development of concrete structures and concrete sustainability regardless of their application or size. However, when it comes to mass concrete structures, we need to consider temperature differentials due to the risk of a large difference between the relatively…

Schmidt / Rebound Hammer vs. The Maturity Method: Which Is Best for Your Concrete?

Giatec Scientific July 3, 2021

Schmidt Hammer (or Rebound Hammer) Method The concrete rebound hammer test (often referred to as Schmidt Hammer) was invented in 1948 and is still a popular choice to test the compressive strength of concrete. To use this method, the concrete rebound hammer must first be calibrated against a…

The Impact of Thermal Cracking in Concrete for Strength Development

Sarah McGuire June 1, 2021

Concrete temperature monitoring becomes more critical in cold weather as low temperatures decrease the rate of strength development during curing. That is why ensuring optimal curing conditions for your element is critical, especially during extreme weather conditions. The hydration process can be drastically impacted if freshly placed concrete…

Cut Down Your Project Schedule by Testing Concrete Strength Onsite

Alicia Hearns May 15, 2021

A lack of productivity onsite is one of the most frustrating issues facing the construction industry today. Think about the hours you spend in a single day with no choice but to sit around and wait. Historically, this issue has been largely neglected in the industry. “Up to…

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How to Monitor Temperature Using a Sensor or Thermocouple for Mass Concrete

Giatec Scientific May 10, 2021

In recent years, the development of large concrete structures has become increasingly common due to its many structural benefits. Concrete presents a number of characteristics that improve the sustainability performance of a structure. Not only does it offer advantages regarding sustainability due to its low carbon emission during…

Monitoring Concrete Temperature With Wireless Sensors

Concrete Setting: What it Is, Why it’s Important and How to Test It

Giatec Scientific April 20, 2021

According to ASTM C125 – 20: Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates, the concrete setting is “the process, due to chemical reactions, occurring after the addition of mixing water, that results in a gradual development of rigidity of a cementitious mixture.” In other words, the concrete…

The Importance of Monitoring Temperature Differentials in Mass Concrete

Why Should You Monitor Concrete Curing Temperature?

Zainab Al Mehdar April 19, 2021

Monitoring your concrete curing temperature during the early stages of construction ensures the integrity of your structure. This is especially true during extreme weather conditions when mixing and curing of concrete are subject to different environmental elements. If freshly poured concrete is exposed to temperatures that are too…

From Jobsites to the Cloud, the Paths Your Data Can Take

Antoine Fillion April 18, 2021

Wireless technology has been growing at an incredible rate, having a deeper presence in everyday life than ever before. From earbuds to refrigerators, it seems like everything is getting the wireless treatment these days to a point where you might ask, isn’t it a bit excessive? One of…

Giatec Award for Best Paper

Giatec Scientific Inc. April 1, 2021

We are very excited to announce the launch of our annual research paper contest! This is a great opportunity for civil-engineers to expose their research and development to a global audience of industry experts. Plus, the winner will receive a monetary award of $1,000 US. The “Giatec Award for…

Analyzing Corrosion in Reinforced Concrete Structures

Jaden Texeira March 16, 2021

Reinforced concrete structures have shaped our cities for thousands of years, from historical buildings stretching as far back as the Romans to present day, such as the 3-storey parking garage adjacent to the mega shopping mall a few miles from your home. As individuals living in the 21st…

Concrete-Eating Robots – The Future of Recycling Old Buildings

Sarah McGuire January 29, 2021

The process of demolishing a building involves heavy machinery to crush concrete and separate valuable materials that can be reused. Current methods consume quite a significant amount of time and money in order to safely disassemble the building, extract parts, and transport the materials to off-site centers for repurposing. Furthermore, these processes use a large volume of water to prevent dust clouds from…

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Why Measure Concrete Resistivity?

Jaden Texeira January 28, 2021

Concrete is a porous material which contains microscopic voids known as pores. These pores range in size, vary in connectivity (pore structure) and can be added to the concrete via air-entraining admixtures. The water-to-cementitious material and type of cementitious materials used have a significant effect on the pore…

Leader in Concrete Testing Technologies Forecasts Increasing Use of Tech Onsite in 2021

How Will COVID-19 Change the Construction Industry in 2021: We Will See Increasing Use of Tech Onsite and Online Learning, and a Bonus Prediction

Dobrila Moogk January 26, 2021

The global pandemic that hit our North American shores early in 2020 has brought profound change to how we work, live, and operate in the construction industry. Many companies weathered the storm, and those that did it the best relied on their resiliency to not only adapt to…

Reduce Heat Curing Cost of Concrete in Winter Using the Maturity Method

Icaro Mariani January 12, 2021

Every year, the construction industry goes through a recurring cycle. During summer, construction worksites explode in number and activity. This is the time when concrete strength development occurs at a steady pace. The summer weather contributes and does not slow concrete strength gain. This blog will walk you through some methods commonly used to ensure strength,…

Curing Boxes vs. The Maturity Method: Maintaining Concrete Temperature Onsite

Giatec Scientific December 29, 2020

Concrete curing temperature is undoubtedly a critical part of construction. According to a report by ACI Committee 308, the American Concrete Institute defines “curing” as “the process by which hydraulic-cement concrete matures and develops hardened properties over time.” This process can be negatively impacted if freshly placed concrete…

Salt Damages to Concrete Roads Outweigh the Benefits

Salt on Concrete Roads Damage Outweighs the Benefits

Sarah McGuire December 15, 2020

Winter in colder climates such as Canada, Alaska, and the Upper Mid-West entails treacherous and unpredictable driving conditions, with snow and ice build-up making roads unsafe. For over 70 years, the solution to this problem has been to cover roads with sodium chloride…

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