Giatec continues to uphold the value of bridging the gap between academic research and sustainable construction on the jobsite. Every year, we recognize civil engineering…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Concrete temperature monitoring is the practice of recording the temperature inside a concrete element continuously from the moment it is placed, so the team can…
According to ASTM C125 – 20: Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates, the concrete setting is “the process, due to chemical reactions, occurring…
Concrete cures best when the in-place temperature stays between roughly 50°F and 75°F (10°C and 24°C). Below about 40°F (5°C), cement hydration slows sharply and…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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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