5 Excellent Features of Keystone Concrete Products

5 Excellent Features of Keystone Concrete Products

To build a new retaining wall or refacing an existing one, keystone concrete wall systems provide an attractive, affordable, and durable solution. Known for their recognizable wedge shape that interlocks blocks together like an arch, have been a popular choice among homeowners and landscapers for decades. First patented in the 1970s, it utilizes precast concrete…

Soil Permeability Testing -Procedures, Analysis, and Design Applications

Soil Permeability Testing -Procedures, Analysis, and Design Applications

Permeability quantifies the ability of liquid water flows through saturated porous construction media like soil, pavement bases, or concretes by connecting flow rates with pressure gradients. Standardized soil permeability tests help assess site drainage capacities and seepage losses for various geotechnical applications. This overview covers common soil permeability test methods, result interpretations, and key engineering…