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Construction Estimates – Definition, Purpose, and Types [PDF]
An estimate for any construction work may be defined as the process of calculating the quantities and costs of the various items required in connection with the work. Before the start of any work for its execution, the owner of ...
9 Types of Geosynthetics in Construction
Geosynthetics are artificial synthetic materials made of polymeric or natural materials in the form of strips, a sheet, or a three-dimensional structure. They are easy to prepare and transport, and can help make construction projects more eco-friendly. They perform five ...
What are the Different Types Of Excavators? [PDF]
In any construction project, be it commercial, residential, or industrial, excavation is a very crucial activity. A sound concrete foundation requires proper excavation, and proper excavation comes with the application of the right excavator. The choice of excavators, therefore, is of ...
What is the Contract Labour Act? [PDF]
The Contract Labour (Regulation and Abolition) Act, 1970, was brought about to regulate employment, prevent exploitation, and improve working conditions for contract labour in India. Contract Labour Workers hired by or through a mediator to work for an establishment are ...
How to Perform Rate Analysis for Earth Excavation? [PDF]
Rate analysis for earth excavation establishes the rate of labor and equipment required to excavate a site. Unlike other rate analysis works, the rate analysis of earth excavation does not undertake any material analysis. Manual or machine excavation method or ...
What are the Safety Measures followed for Formwork installation? [PDF]
Formwork is a mold in which concrete is filled until it sets, which is supported by verticle and horizontal members. The safety during installation of shuttering, pouring concrete, and removal is critical as the load of the fresh concrete must ...
How to Perform Powers Remolding Test on Concrete? [PDF]
The Powers remolding test is a workability test conducted on concrete and was developed by Powers in 1932. The test was then standardized and employed by the US army corporation of Engineers as CRD C6-74. It is similar to a vee ...
Are Smart Contracts the next Big Thing in Construction? [PDF]
The construction industry is infamous for delayed payments and payment-related disputes. The issues could be significantly reduced by taking advantage of blockchain-based smart contracts. It is a system that not only saves cost and time but also increases transparency and ...
What is Job Safety Analysis (JSA) ? [PDF]
Job Safety Analysis (JSA) is a process that breaks down and identifies the dangers of a particular job operation or task by integrating health and safety practices to reduce the potential hazard to the workers. A job safety analysis suggests the ...