Pour
A pour is a volume of concrete placed in one continuous operation.
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Power Finishing
Use of machinery for floating and trowelling floors.
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is the name given to a power trowel when it is using floating blades or a pan.
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are used to apply a smooth, durable finish to the exposed surface of concrete slabs. There are two main types of power trowel; walk-behind and ride-on.
Read MorePozzolanic Reaction
The pozzolanic reaction occurs between pozzolans, Portland cement and water.
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Personal Protective Equipment is worn by operatives in construction to protect themselves from on-site hazards.
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Preconstruction planning is an essential process of a successful floor slab project.
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A primer can be applied between a concrete surface and an overlay or repair material to promote adhesion and act as a bonding agent.
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The contractor employed by the client to construct the building.
Read MoreProfileograph
A profileograph is a mechanical device used to measure longitudinal and transverse profiles in a Very Narrow Aisle (VNA). The data is collected digitally and interpreted to determine the floor class.
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