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    Importance of Initial Curing

    Yes there is code in IS and also in ASTM, IS:9013
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    Core and Cube Test Procedure loading rate calculations as per IS 516

    As per standard, the rate of loading is "stress rate of loading", which is not available in many of the machine. Since, the machine should have the capability of "servo control mechanism"; that is slightly expensive. If it is not, then you may have to control manually to the nearest. eg. CC...
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    Importance of Initial Curing

    AS Sh Muralikrishna rightly stated about curing of concrete by water and also by additives. One more method of curing concrete is " steam curing" . Mostly done for Concrete sleepers, some of the pre-stressed members for bridges, high raised buildings etc. Also, it is based on the needs of...
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    I am a Scientist In Testing arena and I was heading Civil Engg Building materials testing Laboratory of National Test House, MoCA, GoI

    To ascertain the quality of cement, it has to be tested as per relevant IS code based on the type of cement like 43/53 grade OPC, PPC, Slag cement, Sulphate resistant cement etc. There are many NABL accredited laboratories , you may please check through internet. Superficially, you may ensure...
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