As the concrete industry keeps growing, so does the number of sites that offer quality and educational content. The topics range from tips and techniques to sustainability in the industry. So, let’s check a compilation of the best five concrete blogs you should be on the lookout for this year.
How many times have you heard people use the words cement and concrete interchangeably? Probably enough for you to wonder if there is a difference at all. While there are some ways in which the terms are related, the answer is simple: concrete and cement are fundamentally different. In this blog we will discuss all you need to know to answer the question: cement vs concrete, are they different?
Often, third-party testing agencies face several challenges with standard temperature and strength monitoring systems. Some of these involve relying on multiple wired components and expensive…
Thermal Modeling is Giatec 360™’s first-of-its-kind new feature that can be used to predict concrete temperature in a mass concrete element. This helps to limit the potential of long-term and short-term cracking and increases the concrete’s quality and long-term durability.
Winner of 2022 Giatec Award for Best Paper shares findings on how optimal CO2 curing conditions and design mixes can preserve concrete properties.
Concrete professionals are facing the well-know issue of corrosion in concrete structures on a regular basis. Learn how chloride diffusion causes concrete corrosion, and how testing methods like ASTM C1202 and RCPT are helping construction projects
There is no denying that concrete and the technology surrounding it have come a long way since its discovery and development. From the Great Pyramids…
One of the most important aspects of concrete strength development and ensuring the integrity of a completed structure is the temperature of the concrete pours…
How to Test and Check Concrete Temperature?Like with many other materials, concrete can change in quality as a result of its temperature. This is especially…
Sustainability and green movements have been quickly taking over industries, and construction is no different. Every year, 20 billion tons (10 billion cubic yards) of…
How Does Concrete Impact the Environment? You have probably noticed that we are big fans of concrete here at Giatec. It is an amazing, durable, and…
This article will continue on the topic discussed in Part 1, be sure to check it out! Explore 12 Futuristic Technology Trends Solving Concrete’s Biggest…
As part of Giatec’s continued efforts and goal to meet customer requirements and expectations, progressive changes are being made to the system to better comply…
Consistent temperature tracking is one of the most crucial steps after a concrete pour. By monitoring the temperature, you will be able to create an optimal curing environment. This will…
One of our top priorities at Giatec is helping our customers and partners find an environmentally friendly way of building with green concrete. It is…
Let’s dive deeper into report generation! Learn how Giatec 360™‘s reports help you make better decisions faster on the jobsite. For an introduction to Giatec…
Let’s learn about Giatec 360 and how to make the most of this advanced web-based dashboard for monitoring and managing concrete pours. Explore 12 Futuristic…
Despite the complexities and unexpected challenges that cold weather brings to the concrete pouring process, the industry has made great advances when it comes to…
The concrete game has changed. Find out what self-calibrating sensors can do for you with Giatec’s SmartRock® Pro.
