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Types of beam in construction includes plinth beams, cantilever beams, simply supported beams and more. Read the blog to determine the most suitable type of beam in construction     https://lnkd.in/dhtBuGU6

You've heard the saying "step on a crack"....and no one wants that. So "step on a joint", that would be the point - to decrease the potential for cracks in the sidewalk. It's one of the many reasons why expansion joints are needed in concrete. Dive into the world of concrete joints and discover why they're a sidewalk essential: https://hubs.li/Q02mN7D90

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❓ What is our warranty stance where contiguous or secant piled wall systems are used? Find out in our update guidance: https://hubs.ly/Q02yRg1v0 Contiguous and secant piled walls are often proposed for retaining structures and basements, typically where a site has limited space or site constraints e.g. along a boundary where an open excavation is not possible or a site which has limited space to accommodate battered open excavations.

Stair-step cracks are diagonal cracks that occur in concrete block and brick foundations. The crack starts along a joint or near the end of the wall and climbs up or down. Most foundations are designed to handle the pressure of water and soil, but when they fail, you can depend on StablWall to stop the crack in steps. Learn the causes of stair-step cracks here: https://lnkd.in/eE5nkxH

"Plinth Beam" A plinth beam is a reinforced concrete beam that connects a wall to its foundation. When the foundation settles, a plinth beam is installed to prevent the expansion or propagation of cracks from the foundation into the wall above... Two reinforcing steel bars at the bottom and two bars at the top with a diameter of at least 12 mm and 10 mm, respectively....

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How To Keep Your Polished Concrete Floors Looking Great Learn how to maintain your polished concrete floors with our practical guide on daily care and professional maintenance. Read the entire article here: https://buff.ly/48eO5V6

Just a couple of 105' diameter bin foundations. These solid concrete leveled foundations are critical to avoid settling and future problems with the bins integrity.