Adjustable metal brackets designed to securely join, fasten or provide support connections for horizontal beams in construction projects and structural engineering applications. They utilize sturdy, bolted joints to create reinforced stability points. Made from galvanized or stainless steel, beam clamps wrap around or attach to beams with indented gripping surfaces and shear resistance strength to…
Metal fixtures used to join, hang or support horizontal beams in construction projects. They are sturdy brackets made of galvanized steel or stainless steel that wrap around or clamp to beams to provide reinforced stability and weight-bearing capacity. Beam straps offer an alternative to traditional fasteners like bolts or welds for securing beams. They allow…
They refer to road surfacing constructed from asphalt concrete mixtures of liquid asphalt binder and graded mineral aggregates. These composite pavements provide durable, weather-resistant infrastructure surfacing able to withstand heavy traffic loads across transportation networks. Commonly called flexible pavement, bituminous concrete derives viscoelastic properties from the thermoplastic petroleum-based asphalt cement that binds mixtures components together….
A GPR device consists of a transmitting antenna that sends radar signals into a material, and a receiving antenna that detects the strength and time delay of any reflected signals. Ground penetrating radar (GPR) is a non-destructive testing method that uses radar pulses to image the subsurface structure of a material. By analyzing these reflections,…
A concrete porch is an outdoor living space connected to the entrance of a house, constructed using concrete as the main building material. Concrete porches provide an area for residents to relax outdoors and welcome guests. They act as a transition area between the yard and interior living spaces. Concrete is a versatile and strong…
Whether you’re renovating your outdated driveway, expanding a cramped patio space, or designing a new modern backyard oasis, increasing numbers of homeowners are discovering the versatile durability of concrete for residential settings. working with concrete also comes with some common pitfalls to avoid, like cracking, scaling, crumbling, or discoloration when the mixture, forming, pouring, and…