What is Soil Compaction? By reducing the void space between soil particles, soil compaction is the practice of applying mechanical compaction force to densify soil. When particles are compressed to close the distance between them, compaction takes place. Because there are so few spaces left in highly compacted soils, the soil has a higher unit […]

What is DPC? The damp proof course (DPC), which limits the movement of moisture through walls and floors, is typically applied at basement levels. Properties of Materials for DPC The following qualities a good damp proofing material should have: Types of Materials for Damp Proof Course The following three categories can be used to categorize […]

Blended cement is made by mixing Portland cement with supplementary cementitiousmaterials (SCMs), such as fly ash from coal combustion in electricity-generating plants orblast furnace slag from iron-making plants, at temperatures of approximately 1400–1500°C.One or more additives are blended together during the production of blended cement. Advantages of blended cement Typically requires less water to reach […]