Green Concrete: 7 Tips to Make Your Construction Project Environmentally Friendly
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…
Level Up Your Project Reports With Giatec 360™ – Part 2
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…
Level Up Your Project Reports With Giatec 360™ – Part 1
Let’s learn about Giatec 360 and how to make the most of this advanced web-based dashboard for monitoring and managing concrete pours. SmartRock® is #1…
Devices and Tools for More Efficient Cold Weather Concreting
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…
Everything You Need to Know About Pouring Concrete in Winter
The temperature is dropping, the days are getting shorter, and the frost is covering the ground. While it may be exciting to imagine a festive winter season, that is not what…
Concrete Knowledge: Find the Best of the Industry Resources Here!
The Giatec website is a treasure trove of concrete knowledge, ranging from blogs and case studies to podcasts and videos! Find a few of our…
Engineering Solutions and Technical Support at Giatec
For over a decade, Giatec has leveraged advanced technologies such as: Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Internet-of-Things (IoT) solutions to help the construction industry redefine business…
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…
Cylinder Break Test: What Are the Pros and Cons of Concrete Testing
On any job site, the strength of a concrete pour is a critical piece of information. A concrete cylinder test or concrete break test has…
The Importance of Monitoring Temperature Differentials in Mass Concrete
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…
Schmidt / Rebound Hammer vs. The Maturity Method: Which Is Best for Your Concrete?
Schmidt Hammer (or Rebound Hammer) MethodThe concrete rebound hammer test (often referred to as Schmidt Hammer) was invented in 1948 and is still a popular…
Monitoring the Concrete Pavement Strength of Open Roads With the Maturity Method
Road construction can be a lengthy, disruptive process—so ensuring that your project stays on schedule is one of your most important responsibilities as a project…
The Impact of Thermal Cracking in Concrete for Strength Development
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…
Cut Down Your Project Schedule by Testing Concrete Strength Onsite
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…
How to Monitor Temperature Using a Sensor or Thermocouple for Mass Concrete
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…
Concrete Setting: What it Is, Why it’s Important and How to Test It
According to ASTM C125 – 20: Standard Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates, concrete setting is “the process, due to chemical reactions, occurring after…
Why Should You Monitor Concrete Curing Temperature?
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…
From Jobsites to the Cloud, the Paths Your Data Can Take
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…
