Construction projects come with many challenges at different steps of the building process. Recently, the demand for construction has skyrocketed, which, while much of industry benefits from, there certainly have been ripple effects and challenges that affected the actual completion of construction projects.
The responsibility of ensuring that the construction is completed on time and on budget falls on the project managers.…
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The following article was inspired by the Big Rentez blog: https://www.bigrentz.com/blog/construction-trends
The COVID-19 outbreak and pandemic has impacted the way people work around the world, no matter their field. The construction industry has faced many challenges and changes due to this situation, and new trends are emerging as more sectors are opening up again.
2021 is a strong year of growth in the construction industry, but it comes with more expensive raw materials, more safety regulations, and a shortage of labor.…
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Alkali resistant (AR) glass fibers were designed to be used to strengthen concrete. Glass fibers have been used in concrete and mortar mixes for several decades, helping to make structures durable and long-lasting. The glass fibers are made from a specially created glass composition mixed with the perfect amount of zirconia of 19% or more. They also have high tensile strength and modulus, are easy to use and mix into concrete, and unlike steel, AR glass fibers are rust resistant. …
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Engineers are always looking for new ways to improve their construction projects, and one of the best ways to reinforce beams and joints of different materials, especially for steel and concrete, are shear connectors. Using shear connectors allows composite materials, like steel and concrete, to come together seamlessly. There are different shear connectors for various tensile strengths, shear strengths, and compression strengths, making sure that they work perfectly for any building project. …
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Recently, MNP, a Canadian tax, accounting and consulting firm, published an interesting article titled How COVID-19 Impacts the Construction Industry which covered several relevant issues that the construction industry is facing due to the pandemic we are in. We wanted to share some of their useful findings with you here.
The construction industry has certainly felt the impact of COVID-19, and is having to find ways to work safely with fewer workers on-site.…
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There are many benefits to using FRP rebar in reinforced concrete projects. When we compare traditional steel reinforcement to FRP rebar, it is clear FRP rebar is the more efficient choice in all applications. Let’s explore the different ways that FRP rebar can be used.
One of the most popular FRP rebar applications are bridges, barrier walls, and decks.…
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SFTec had the pleasure of speaking with some of the team members from Groupe Kilo. Rick Fraij, Sales Manager, and Dr. Ahmed Salama, Structural Engineer, from SFTec spoke with Robert Williamson, Vice President and Project Director, and Sylvain Lalonde, Junior Engineer, Project manager and Estimator, to learn more about their experience with our products.
Groupe Kilo is a general contractor, specialized in civil works, mainly in concrete and asphalt works that can be institutional, commercial, or household jobs.…
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Fiberglass Reinforced Polymer (FRP) can be used to strengthen and reinforce structures because of the method that is used to create the material. FRP is made up of a polymer matrix that is usually reinforced with fibers from glass, basalt, aramid or carbon. Because of the composed materials, FRP rebar is the perfect solution when looking for a lightweight, corrosion resistant, and heat resistant product to use in your concrete project.…
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Finding the best solution for #crackedconcrete can be tricky if you’re not sure what the best options are. We have found what works best for multiple circumstances are #carbonfiberstraps. Not only do they work perfectly for bowed walls and cracked foundations, but they are a great solution for reinforcing structures because of their strength and permanency.
Alkali resistant (AR) glass fibers are a great modern way of reinforcing your concrete/cement mix, while not having to compromise quality or strength. Concrete is a multi-purpose material and is strong on its own, but depending on the project you are working on, it is often beneficial to use some sort of material to reinforce it, and in this case, we are looking at why alkali resistant (AR) glass fibers, or SFT-AR GlassFiber, can make a difference in your construction. …
CONTINUE READING → “What you need to know about #SFT-ARGlassFiber”