Concrete outperforms the other material that is used for construction. When the concrete is used for construction, it lasts for a longer time and reduces the frequent repairs and maintenance costs. Concrete is versatile, durable, and long-lasting, it is a cost-effective and sustainable choice for both commercial and residential buildings.
Concrete is a mix made of a few materials like aggregate, cement, water, gravel and stones, these materials act as the foundation for all types of construction. Concrete mix is the most commonly used construction material in the industry. SD CONMIX is one of the leading ready mix concrete manufacturers. They use high-quality raw materials and top-rated technology for their RMC.
Concrete is an excellent material for various applications right from interstate highways to the foundation of your homes. However, despite its popularity and strength, it is susceptible to cracking.
Understanding the reason for cracking
There can be many reasons for cracks to develop in the concrete, but the good news is that careful planning with the usage of the quality products in the right proportions can minimize the cracking. Hot weather conditions including high temperatures, strong winds, and low humidity in summer can lead to problems in the concrete. As the materials heat up, they tend to expand and as they cool down, they contract. Thermal cracking is far more likely when a part of the concrete structure is warmer than the rest. When an area of concrete cools, it contracts until it reaches the portion of material that is warmer, and the warmer area prevents any further contraction. In some cases, the restraint that the warmer concrete places on the cool concrete’s ability to contract will create more stress than the concrete is designed to withstand and therefore cracking occurs. SD Conmix’s RMC is manufactured from high-quality construction materials that give strength and long lasting durability.
Preventions for thermal cracking
When it comes to cracking, prevention is the key. There are several factors that significantly reduce cracking like good quality concrete ,addition of additives, supplementary materials and chemicals, the right water quantity, etc. The ready mix concrete from SD CONMIX includes additives, which play an important role in reducing and preventing cracks.
Curing the concrete properly is an important factor. Cracking will occur if the concrete lacks moisture or does not have enough moisture to facilitate the reaction, so proper curing and drying is crucial.
Another important aspect is to keep the ground prepared for concrete. Concrete cannot be poured directly on the frozen ground and it should be compact where the concrete is laid. A properly prepared ground is important for moisture and heat control, it also reduces the likelihood of the cracks.
If you are concerned about cracks in your concrete, then prevention is possible by using the high quality concrete. When it comes to high quality concrete, then, SD CONMIX is the name that reckons. We have a team of professionals who are specialized in all things related to concrete and manufacture the best ready mix concrete.