Dampness prevention methods: The following are the precautions to be taken to prevent dampness in buildings, before applying the various techniques. 1. The site should be located on high ground and well-drained soil to safe guard against foundation dampness 2. All the exposed walls should be of sufficient thickness to safeguard against rain protection (minimum 30 cm)…
REQUIREMENTS OF FORMWORK Requirements of formwork – quality, safety & economy In the selection of materials for formwork, the three general principles of quality, safety and economy must be paramount. Material quality can ensure safety, and significantly contributes to the achievement of economy. Formwork failure can result in loss of life and always causes catastrophic financial loss. Some general guidelines can…
Brickwork check list for site engineers Quality of brickwork While on site, a site engineer must ensure that the brickwork is going on as per quality requirements. Some of the general requirements of quality of brickwork are mentioned below. Use this as a checklist while executing brickwork. 1. The thickness of joint in brick masonry should…
Rumble strips whether used on edges or centerline of roads are considered a road safety feature as the vibration and rumbling that they produce help to alert drivers who are inattentive. Rumble Strips as Safety Devices Rumble strips and centerline rumble strips are being used to reduce accidents and warn inattentive drivers. Rumble strips can even be laid across…
The word Kanban may not be part of your daily vocabulary when it comes to scheduling. But after learning about the advantages of the Kanban system and its role in just in time (JIT) manufacturing, Kanban may become a household word for you. The Visual Signals of the Kanban System The Kanban System is an…
Bike paths are as important as highways and proper design guidelines must be followed while designing them. Bicycle safety tips are an important aspect of design and what types of roads are suitable for bikers will be discussed in this article. Read on to know about best bike path designs. Designing a bike path is…
Roundabouts in America have come a long way since they were first introduced. Today, traffic conditions have changed, traffic density has increased manifold, and these factors have raised questions about the effectiveness of roundabouts. “Give way before entry” is the principle on which a roundabout is designed. The first roundabout was built in 1960s in…
The Millau Viaduct is just not a bridge but also a prime example of engineering excellence in modern times. The bridge was opened for public use in December 2004, four years after its inaugural ceremony. Read this to learn about the engineering challenges related to the construction of the bridge. Engineering Challenges The Millau Viaduct…
An analysis of the values of architecture and modern life, and some of the revolutionary changes beginning to take hold – the role of the building in modern life is rapidly changing as designers look to using buildings to create a synergy-effect to maximize productivity and well-being. The relationship between humans and buildings has long…
The construction industry is booming- growing exponentially all across the world. Different countries have different construction skills certification schemes that conduct certification courses and registration tests to certify and grade engineers based on different criteria. Every country has a governing or controlling body ensuring that every year a fixed number of construction engineers or experts…