Technical Questions

Question: Requirements for durable concrete

Question: What is the importance of curing on strength?

Question: What is curing?

Question: How can the effectiveness of curing be measured?

Question: Are any temperature limitations necessary in curing concrete in hot weather?

Question: What is meant by properly cured concrete?

Question: Is there any measure of the completeness or adequacy of curing?

Question: What methods are commonly used to ensure sufficient moisture for curing concrete?

Question: Does additional curing improve the properties of concrete in other ways than in strength?

Question: When is steam curing used?

Question: How does the temperature influence curing?

Question: How do you mix fibers into concrete?

Question: Aging of concrete

Question: Why might fibers “ball up” in concrete mixes?

Question: How do fibers affect the workability of concrete? Do fibers require additional water for placement?

Question: Will the use of fibers impact the air content of the concrete?

Question: Will fiber-reinforced concrete have a hairy appearance?