Both ACI 306 and 306.1 don’t address methods for ensuring proper curing while allowing work to continue on top of the slab during this period. I'm all for good concrete curing, but I also want to go beyond theory and understand the actual industry practices that balance durability with...
They typically use Lok-Tests for formwork removal and cylinder breaks later. Concrete strength has been over 75% of f’c at removal, around 95% at 7 days, and exceeding 100% at 28 days, so strength gain is not an issue.
As for shoring and reshoring, the general contractor is checking this and...
Hi everyone,
I'm currently working on a high-rise concrete residential tower in Canada, and I'd like to hear your insights on flat slab curing in cold weather.
The structure is being built through the winter at higher floors (20+), and we've noticed that the slabs aren’t receiving any curing...
