Concrete Construction 2

• Innovative Products & Processes - PATH Technology Inventory

Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC)
Concrete Admixtures
Concrete Aggregate Substitutes

Concrete Floor Finishes

Concrete Footing and Pier Forms

Concrete Waterproofing Systems

Fibrous Concrete Reinforcement

Fly Ash Concrete

Formwork for Ventilated Concrete Slabs

Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) Decks

Insulating Concrete Forms (ICF)

Masonry and Concrete Adhesives

Precast Concrete Foundation and Wall Panels

Precast Concrete Passive Solar Home

Split-Face Concrete Block

Spray-Applied Concrete Walls

• Design & Construction Guides

Guides for designing and building various types of construction

Building a Better House with Concrete - A Concrete Homes Technology Brief

Comfort and Quiet with Concrete Homes - Concrete Homes Technology Brief

Concrete Homes Save Energy - A Concrete Homes Technology Brief

Concrete Masonry Homes: Recommended Practices

Designing Homes Using Insulating Concrete Forms

Fire Resistance of Concrete Homes - A Concrete Homes Technology Brief

Plastic Foams for Concrete Homes - A Concrete Homes Technology Brief

Prescriptive Method for Connecting Cold-Formed Steel Framing to Insulating Concrete Form Walls in Residential Construction

The Quality of Concrete Costs a Little More - A Concrete Homes Technology Brief

• Best Practice

General recommendations and accepted practices

Wire Slab Reinforcement

Performance Reports & Case Studies

Evaluation of how products and systems perform in real life applications

Building Concrete Masonry Homes: Design and Construction Issues This document identifies the major issues related to the design and construction of a home with above-grade concrete masonry walls, and presents different approaches to construction details including the installation of insulation, floor framing, and doors and windows.

Economical ICF to Cold-Formed Steel Floor Connections This project identified and tested two fastening methods in the interest of optimizing economical connections of cold-formed steel floor systems to Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) walls.

Insulating Concrete Forms for Residential Construction Demonstration Homes This study examines construction methods, builder perceptions, homeowner perceptions, costs, thermal performance, and energy efficiency, as these issues are impacted by the decision to use an ICF product.

Lintel Testing for Reduced Shear Reinforcement in Insulating Concrete Form Systems The purpose of this test program is to investigate the structural capacity and performance of the concrete lintels typically used in ICF construction.

TechPractices: AFM Study House, Minneapolis, MN Using readily available building technologies, such as insulating concrete forms (ICFs) and structural insulated panels (SIPs), this 4,964 sf home has an average winter heating bill of approximately $48 per month. Many of the technologies have the added benefit of reducing on-site labor.

TechPractices: Ryan Homes, The Cornell, Rochester, NY The Cornell is an efficient but small two-story colonial built as a more energy-saving version of an existing Ryan model noted for its efficiency. The Cornell is less expensive to build than the older model and more energy efficient.

Testing and Design of Lintels Using Insulating Concrete Forms This report summarizes the results from a test program focusing on the structural performance of concrete lintels without shear reinforcement. The performance (i.e. strength and ductility) of simply-supported concrete beams without shear reinforcement and with minimal tensile reinforcing steel subjected to third point loading is evaluated. Field Evaluations Evaluation of how products and systems perform in real life applications Hopke Buildings & Grounds Questions & Answers Frequently asked questions, answered by home building professionals Can water cause deterioration of concrete? How is white cement different and why is it used in decorative concrete? Are there different types of portland cement? Can fibers replace wire mesh or welded wire fabric in a concrete slab on ground? Can I add water to my concrete? Can I install concrete in cold weather? Can I use colorants/pigments in a shotcrete application and change the color over the length of a wall? Can it be too hot or too cold to place new concrete? Can we add air-entraining admixture at the jobsite? How are exposed-aggregate concrete finishes produced? How can I achieve a smooth looking finish on my concrete? How can you tell if you're getting the amount of concrete you're paying for? How do I design for moisture sensitive floor coverings? How do you control the strength of concrete? How do you protect a concrete surface from aggressive materials like acids? How do you remove stains from concrete? How does rain affect fresh concrete? How is portland cement made? How is white cement different and why is it used in decorative concrete? I heard that there is an admixture for concrete to reduce the effects of salt-induced spalling and general deterioration of concrete. Is there such an admixture? Is there a universal international specification for portland cement? Is there any way to patch a concrete sidewalk that is crumbling? Joints: What Type are Used and Where? On what basis is air content for concrete specified? What are recommended mix proportions for good concrete? What are the decorative finishes that can be applied to concrete surfaces? What are the most common tests for fresh concrete? What are the Sound Transmission Class (STC) ratings for concrete and masonry walls? What are Type I/II or Type II/V cements? What can I do about moisture problems in a new concrete building? What can you tell me about Autoclaved Aerated Concrete? What causes efflorescence and how can it be avoided? What construction practices can affect the air content of concrete? What could have caused dark spots in a driveway? What differences can I expect in the behavior and properties of recycled-aggregate concrete compared to concrete made with natural aggregates? What does 28 -day strength mean? What does it mean to "cure" concrete? What is 3,000 pound concrete? What is a cold joint in concrete construction? What is air-entrained concrete and why I am I required to use it when placing sidewalks? What is air-entrained concrete? What is alkali-silica reactivity (ASR)? What is ettringite and does it or the sulfate in cement contribute to expansion and disintegration of portland cement concrete? What is the best way to store bags of cement on site? What is the difference between a control joint and an expansion joint in concrete construction? What is the difference between cement and concrete? What is the minimum depth of footing for a residential structure? What precautions do I have to take during cold-weather concreting? What precautions do I have to take during hot-weather concreting? Where can I go for concrete countertop information? Why do concrete surfaces flake and spall? Why does concrete crack? Why test concrete? Will concrete harden under water? Web Links Recommended Web resources for additional information American Concrete Institute (ACI) American Concrete Institute is a technical and educational society dedicated to improving the design, construction, maintenance and repair of concrete structures. American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) American Concrete Pavement Association represents concrete pavement contractors, cement companies, equipment and material manufacturers and suppliers, with a special focus on portland cement concrete pavements. Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Products Association The Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Products Association (AACPA) promote AAC products in North America through research, education and standardization. The site provides a technical guide, as well as an association overview. Building Construction Solutions Inc. The CAPP Device is a limited use tool that is used to place anchor bolts in wet concrete. Cement Association of Canada Cement Association of Canada (CAC) works to expand the effective use of cement and concrete in Canada. Learn more about CAC's efforts, and how cement is used across a range of industries. Cement Sustainability Initiative The Cement Sustainability Initiative (CSI) was formed to help the cement industry to address the challenges of sustainable development. Find research conducted on the industry and sustainability. Concrete Foundations Association of North America (CFA) The resource for contractors, producers, engineers and suppliers in the Concrete Foundation Industry. Concrete Homes Website A PCA website that provides information about everything that might be constructed of concrete in a home or in a homesite. Concrete Materials Calculators Calculators from concrete.com to help estimate volumn of concrete needed for a pour or placement, to fill a block, or to fill a column. Concrete Network Information for designing and building concrete foundations, decks, homes and more. Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute (CRSI) The Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute strives to increase the use of reinforced concrete in the construction industry. Their site has several Engineering Data Reports that are of interest to the homebuilding industry. Environmental Council of Concrete Organizations (ECCO) Members of the Environmental Council of Concrete Organizations are dedicated to improving the quality of the environment by working to increase awareness of the environmental aspects and benefits of concrete and concrete products. National Concrete Masonry Association (NCMA) Provides information about concrete block, concrete paving units, segmental concrete retaining walls and more. National Ready Mixed Concrete Association The National Ready Mixed Concrete Association (NRMCA) represents and serves the entire ready mixed concrete through leadership, promotion, education, and partnering to ensure ready mixed concrete is the building material of choice. National Training Center for Stone and Masonry Trades Training seminars and publications for the Stone and Masonry Trades. NPCA - National Precast Concrete Association National Precast Concrete Association (NPCA) is dedicated to expanding the use of quality precast concrete. Visit this site for technical information and articles from MC Magazine ("manufactured concrete"). Permanent Buildings and Foundations Magazine Permanent Buildings and Foundations is a business news magazine for concrete builders. Review past issues and related news stories on this website. Portland Cement Association The Portland Cement Association promotes cement and concrete for paving, residential, engineered structures, and public works. Precast/Prestressed Concrete Institute Information on precast panels for home construction. Includes a list of manufacturers. Slag Cement Association The Slag Cement Association (SCA) is a leading source of knowledge on blast furnace slag-based cementitious products. The Masonry Society The Masonry Society is a professional, technical, and educational association dedicated to the advancement of knowledge on masonry. This site has information about the association's services and publications. Vaprecision: Tools for Slab Moisture Testing Vaprecision offers information on Moisture Testing and sells a variety of tests from high-quality manufacturers. Source : http://www.toolbase.org