High-rise buildings are the symbol of the economic prowess of a city and country. Major cities attract businesses, create opportunities, and attract swarms of migrant workers. The whole cycle of growth and prosperity is driven by rapid urbanization in the…
Of all road types, if you have to select the most rugged and durable one, waste no time and go for CC roads. Despite its high initial cost, the CC, or cement concrete road, is fast becoming the default road…
Modern construction aims to achieve better performance in an eco-friendly way and at a lower cost. The use of dry-batch concrete helps meet all criteria by offering some unique advantages. However, dry-batch concrete is best used for some specific applications.…
A wet-mix plant plays an important role in asphalt road construction as it helps build the base course. The base course is made of bituminous macadam produced in a wet-mix plant to form the vital middle layer that provides stability…
Excavation is critical in any construction project that involves removing dirt, rocks, and any unwanted materials from a site in order to build a strong foundation for a structure. When it comes to road construction, good excavation work is the…
Imagine yourself driving down a well-built road with the wind in your hair and no worries in the world. The journey is seamless, and your vehicle glides effortlessly. Driving on a smooth road in the countryside is a treat; every…
When it comes to highway construction, there are two distinct types: asphalt roads and concrete roads. While concrete roads have some edges, over 90% of roads are made of asphalt, also known as bituminous concrete roads, mainly due to better…
The two major considerations behind choosing a road construction method are the expected traffic load and the allocated budget. That explains why most of the local roads in rural and even urban areas in India are WBM roads (with thin…
Urbanization is the goal of any country hence it appears that concrete, steel, aluminium, and plastic seem like they are here to stay. However, the new trends in construction may choose to differ since they are swaying towards using more…
After a construction project is completed, a major task begins for the site supervisor – removing the piles of waste or debris from the site. Earlier, the common method of handling waste disposal would be to dump them in landfills,…