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Why Do We LOVE Concrete in the Construction Industry?

Why Do We LOVE Concrete in the Construction Industry?. Concrete Historical Timeline. 3000 BC -476 AD. 1700 - 1867. 1800s. Late 1800s - Present. Why Concrete for Transportation Systems?. Performance. Long service life - 40 years or more Resists oil, chemicals and weather

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Why Do We LOVE Concrete in the Construction Industry?

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  1. Why Do We LOVE Concrete in the Construction Industry?

  2. Concrete Historical Timeline • 3000 BC -476 AD

  3. 1700 - 1867

  4. 1800s

  5. Late 1800s - Present

  6. Why Concrete for Transportation Systems?

  7. Performance • Long service life - 40 years or more • Resists oil, chemicals and weather • Withstands heavy axle loads without rutting • Unaffected by high temperatures

  8. Safety and the Environment • Built-in skid resistance and traction • Can be grooved for water run-off • preventing aquaplaning in wet conditions • Even-riding, smooth texture • Integral rumble strips can be installed • Can be recycled

  9. Construction • Fast-track techniques enable early completion • Ie: One-pass completion • Hot and cold weather placement

  10. Why Concrete for Structures?

  11. VERSATILITY • Aesthetic appeal • stamping/finishing options • Cost-effectiveness • structure elements can be architectural also • Cost-effectiveness & availability

  12. Aesthetics

  13. Other Structural Benefits • Reduced sound transmission • Fire resistance • Lower Energy Costs

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