Title:
Concrete Q&A: Acceptance Testing of Field-Cured Cylinders
Author(s):
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
48
Issue:
1
Appears on pages(s):
64-68
Keywords:
field-cured specimens, field-cured cylinders, compressive strength
DOI:
10.14359/51749392
Date:
1/1/2026
Abstract:
This month's Q&A discusses the new compliance requirements for field-cured specimens in ACI CODE-318-25 and other procedures approved by the licensed design professional to evaluate concrete strength.
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