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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 temperature loggers and concrete maturity devices have become increasingly popular over the last decade and there are many options available for your job site. Keep reading to find some of the best options in the market. What is Concrete Maturity?Concrete maturity is an index value that represents the progression of concrete curing. It is based on an equation that takes into account concrete temperature, time, and strength gain. Concrete maturity is an accurate way to determine real-time strength values of curing concrete. How Does Maturity Relate to Your Concrete Temperature Loggers?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. The maturity concept for estimating the strength gain of concrete is described in ASTM C1074, Standard Practice for Estimating Concrete Strength by the Maturity Method. Thermocouples or sensors allow you to implement this method by measuring the temperature of your concrete, and then calculating its strength or maturity via a logger or app. Learn more about the concrete maturity…
Three-dimensional concrete printing (3DCP) is an innovative construction method that employs additive manufacturing techniques to create structures by layering concrete material based on digital designs. This approach offers numerous advantages over traditional construction methods, including enhanced design flexibility, reduced waste, accelerated project timelines, and potential cost savings. As the construction industry grapples with challenges such as labor shortages, high material costs, and the imperative for sustainable practices, 3DCP emerges as a promising solution to address these issues. In this blog, let’s take a look at the history, its impact on the concrete industry, the challenges and benefits, as well as the future of 3D concrete printing. The History of 3D Concrete Printing The story of 3D concrete printing didn’t begin overnight. It’s built on decades of innovation, experimentation, and engineering breakthroughs. From early attempts at layered construction to the introduction of automated building technologies, these milestones set the stage for what’s now reshaping how we design and build with concrete. Let’s take a look at these early developments: What is 3D Concrete Printing? 3D concrete printing is a subset of additive manufacturing that involves the gradual layering of concrete material to construct buildings or structural components directly from digital models. This method minimizes material…
If you’re working on a construction project in Saudi Arabia, understanding concrete standards isn’t just helpful, it’s essential. With the country’s extreme heat and ambitious infrastructure goals, concrete performance is under serious scrutiny. That’s where the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) comes in! In this blog, we’ll break down what SASO concrete standards mean for your project, how they tie into the Saudi Building Code (SBC 304), and how smart technologies can help you stay compliant without slowing down your schedule Overview of Concrete Standards in Saudi Arabia In Saudi Arabia, concrete specifications are shaped by a combination of regulatory frameworks. The main references include: These documents collectively govern how concrete is designed, produced, tested, and placed in the field. Measurement Systems and Testing Requirements SASO concrete standards require the use of the metric system. Measurements are in megapascals (MPa) for strength, degrees Celsius (°C) for temperature, and millimeters (mm) for dimensions.Compressive strength testing is a central requirement: These procedures are outlined in SASO GSO ASTM C94 and serve as a baseline for material performance validation. Temperature Control for Concrete Pouring and Curing Saudi Arabia’s extreme temperatures necessitate close control of concrete temperatures before and after placement. According to SASO and SBC 304: These limits are intended to…
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