The American Concrete Institute has announced the availability of these new publications, which can be ordered by calling 248/848-3800 or visiting the
The American Concrete Institute has announced the availability of these new publications, which can be ordered by calling 248/848-3800 or visiting the online ACI bookstore at www.concrete.org:
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309R-05 Û Guide for Consolidation of Concrete includes information on the mechanism of consolidation and provides recommendations on equipment, characteristics, and procedures for various classes of construction. Also discussed are mixture proportioning, vibration equipment, and best practices for floor slabs, pavements, precast products, structural low-density concrete, high-density concrete, and self-consolidating concrete. Additionally, the guide includes information on quality control and quality assurance. $57.50 (ACI members $35.00)
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347.2R-05 Û Guide for Shoring/Reshoring of Concrete Multistory Buildings presents information and design criteria for shoring/reshoring operations during the construction of reinforced and post-tensioned multistory buildings. It provides methods for developing safe construction schedules as well as design examples. Specific topics include shoring/reshoring construction needs, construction loads on formwork, and strength adequacy of concrete slabs and formwork. Its targeted readership is formwork engineer/contractors and engineer/architects. $30.50 (ACI members $19.00)
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209.1R-05 Û Report on Factors Affecting Shrinkage and Creep of Hardened Concrete describes the effects of numerous variables on shrinkage and creep of hardened concrete, including mixture proportions, environment, design, and construction, for designers seeking information about factors changing shrinkage and creep. Numerous charts and graphs illustrate principles. $29.50 (ACI members $18.00)