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Document:
SP90-01
Date:
April 1, 1986
Author(s):
Russel S. Fling
Publication:
Symposium Papers
Volume:
90
Abstract:
Economy in concrete construction is discussed in light of 3 challenges: 1) the challenge of economizing design, 2) the challenge of economizing construction, and 3) the challenge of standardizing construction. Procedures engineers may use to reduce the cost of construction are given. Suggestions for standardizing concrete construction include standards for concrete classes, column sizes, column spacing, column capitals, and tolerances.
DOI:
10.14359/1765
SP90-02
Jerome H. Ford
The density of well-designed and compacted concrete directly reflects the density of the facing material of the formwork. Therefore, high-density plastics and high-density overlaid plywoods produce the most consistent concrete color, texture, and density over multiple uses providing a few do's and don'ts are considered. These do's and don'ts can be consolidated into the desire of all involved: designer, contractor and supplier, wanting to make it work and look good. All rules and regulations are worthless unless everyone involved wants to produce quality.
10.14359/1766
SP90-03
Eliot Locitzer
Architectural concrete was selected as the material for all the prime public spaces in the New York Exposition and Convention Center. A construction oriented design provided the basis for high-quality formwork and finish on a fast-track, construction-managed, and government-owned job. Drawings, specifications, and on-site inspection requirements for a large scale, architectural concrete building are discussed using this job as an example. Construction progress is highlighted with particular emphasis on formwork in the context of architectural design, sequence of construction, reinforcing bar design, and quality control.
10.14359/1767
SP90-04
John V. Gould
There are four different basic types of plywood most commonly available to the concrete form industry: sanded (non-overlaid), high-density overlay, medium-density overlay, and imported Finnish birch. The differences and important factors needed to help the specifier select the right one and use it correctly have not always been well understood. This paper discusses some of the important considerations: surface characteristics imparted to the concrete; number of reuses, economy, relative cost on a per-use basis; strength and stiffness and use of load-span tables; and the importance of proper edge sealing and form release.
10.14359/1768
SP90-05
Harry B. Lancelot.
Dowel bar substitution is a new phrase but not a new solution. The technique provides a productive means of splicing across construction joints. Examples of the application are shown and discussed in this article.
10.14359/1769
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