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Reinventing basic materials

By David Hindley 1 April 2022, Build 189, Feature article

World-class research, award-winning designs and a new mindset are all helping New Zealand manufacturers, architects and designers take a fresh approach to those most fundamental of building materials – concrete, steel and timber.

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Good vibrations

1 August 2013, Build 137

One of the keys to good-quality cured concrete is correct vibration after it’s poured. This compacts it and consolidates the mix by removing trapped air. But how do you get it right?

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Is that concrete floor dry yet?

By Neil Lee 1 February 2006, Build 92, Feature article

Fresh concrete contains significiant water which evaporates over time. Installing floor coverings on the floor slab before it’s dry is a recipe for disaster, so how do you know if it’s dry enough?

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Formwork

By Des Molloy 1 October 2010, Build 120

Many builders have had a concrete and formwork failure that they would rather forget. It’s an area of construction where listening to the wisdom of experienced tradespeople is vital, but the following pointers may also help.

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Concrete slabs and control joints

1 August 2005, Build 89

Concrete shrinks as it sets and will continue to shrink for at least 12 months after placing, depending on drying conditions. About 50% of the shrinkage occurs within the first 4 months.

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