Title:
Implementing Best Practices to Improve Quality and Constructability of Hot Weather Concreting
Author(s):
Oscar R. Antommattei
Publication:
Symposium Paper
Volume:
338
Issue:
Appears on pages(s):
53-56
Keywords:
Weather, Curing, Drying, Evaporation, Wind, Crusting, Cracking, Finishing, Testing
DOI:
10.14359/51724727
Date:
3/1/2020
Abstract:
During hot weather concreting, contractors have several options for dealing with slump loss and rapid
drying of concrete surfaces. Limiting slump loss requires cooperation between the concrete producer and contractor,
especially with respect to reducing truck waiting time. Several options for minimizing surface drying are compared,
based on effectiveness and cost. Finally, providing for adequate initial curing of concrete test cylinders can reduce
the possibility of schedule delays and increased costs related to low strength-test results.