Summer is a busy time for the construction industry. The warm months present a chance to get a lot done, and avoid the extensive challenges…
The maturity method is a convenient approach to predict the early age strength gain of concrete, using the principle that the concrete strength is directly related to the hydration temperature history of cementitious paste.
When choosing a method for concrete strength measurement and concrete field strength monitoring, it is important for project managers to consider the impact that each…
As we build concrete structures, it is important to know the ability they have to withstand compressive loading and to find ways to improve it….
A listening ear, wise judgment calls, and real industry experience are attributes we pride ourselves on offering throughout your project life cycle. In this blog, learn about new customer onboarding at Giatec
Every concrete professional aims to perform critical operations faster and with the highest possible quality. Remote monitoring systems such as the SmartHub™ Long Range developed…
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…
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…
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…
Winter is coming! Worried about the cold weather concreting that comes with it in the construction industry? We’ve got it covered with Giatec’s SmartRock sensors. Keep reading to learn more. Pour…
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…
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…
If you want to evaluate and select from the plethora of concrete temperature thermometers available in the market, this is the right blog for you. Before…
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 and hours you spend…
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…
Properly testing your concrete and logging data is essential to your construction project! There are many methods and tools on the market that allow you to easily gather the important temperature and strength information that you need. Concrete…
According to ASTM C125 – 20: Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates, concrete setting is “the process, due to chemical reactions, occurring after…
