Title:
Mistakes, Misconceptions, and Controversial Issues Concerning Concrete and Concrete Repairs
Author(s):
Ernest K. Schrader
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
14
Issue:
9
Appears on pages(s):
52-56
Keywords:
admixtures; aggregates; air entrainment; concrete construction; bond (concrete to concrete); coatings; carbonation; compressive strength; cracking (fracturing); durability; reinforcing steels; repairs; pozzolans; quality control; setting (hardening); shri
DOI:
Date:
9/1/1992
Abstract:
Mistakes and misconceptions concerning concrete and its repair have led to failures, poor performance, unnecessarily strict specifications, over-inspection, extra work, and extra costs. A better understanding of common concrete problems and issues can help to correct this situation. Article discusses common problems and issues that involve construction workers, supervisors, professors, engineers, sales representatives, inspectors, and specification writers.