The following are the words commonly used by Architects in their works and drawings. Understanding of these words is essential for construction professionals. Architecture Dictionary ABATEMENT The wastage of wood when lumber is sawed or planed to size. ABUTMENT A ...
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How to Reduce the Possibility of Crack Development in Concrete?
The possibility of crack development in different structural concrete elements can be reduced by adopting various design and construction measures. These methods can help reduce or eliminate the causes responsible for the formation of cracks. Common types of cracks in ...
Construction Quality Tools for a Site Engineer
Further to my article “Safety – a very first tool of a Construction Engineer,” I want to talk about Quality as another priority a construction engineer owns on a project site. It gives immense pleasure in constructing something of a ...
Construction Safety – The First Tool for a Site Engineer
Construction Engineer’s main job is to supervise the construction operations. To manage the job, he or she would require an understanding of the main tools that a Construction Engineer needs to possess. An organized construction company provides adequate training towards ...
Statue of Unity: Structural and Construction Features of the World’s Tallest Statue
The Statue of Unity depicts India’s first deputy prime minister Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. It is situated near the Sardar Sarovar dam in the state of Gujarat. With a height of 182 m, the statue stands conveniently taller than its predecessor, ...
What to Do if Estimated Settlement of a Building Exceeds Allowable Limits?
If the estimated settlement of a building exceeds the allowable settlement, then the designer can choose the following methods to cope with the excessive settlement:i. Alter the structureii. Provide deep foundationiii. Change the foundationiv. Improve the characteristics of the soil ...
How to Control Soil Erosion on Construction Sites?
Soil erosion is one of the major concerns at construction sites but is often neglected. On top of that, construction works churn up the soil making it more vulnerable to erosion. A heavy runoff due to rain or any other ...
What are the Benefits of BIM for General Contractors?
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a 3D model-based technology that provides insight and tools for effective planning, designing, construction, and management of construction projects. With the growing emergence of cloud-based BIM solutions, general contractors, designers, and owners can collectively identify ...