Placing concrete in cold weather presents unique challenges that can compromise the material's strength, durability, and long-term performance. For construction and engineering professionals, ...
Everyone seems to think that July and August are the best times to place residential concrete. The Guys disagree. Given a choice, we would rather conduct a concrete placement in the cooler and, ...
As construction timelines stretch deeper into the colder months, concrete contractors are increasingly expected to deliver high-performance placements under challenging conditions. Cold weather can ...
Drexel University engineers have shown that a concrete mix designed to gently warm itself in cold weather can cut damaging freeze-thaw cycles outdoors, pointing to longer-lasting pavements for cold ...
Concrete work can continue in cold weather, as long as contractors follow certain precautions. While concrete may look stable ...