Basics in Building Construction

Basics in Building Construction 4(2+2)

Lesson 14: Plan Cement Concrete

Transporting Concrete

Concrete should be handled from the place of mixing to the place of final deposit as rapidly as practical by methods which will prevent the segregation or loss of any of the ingredients. If the segregation does occur during transport, the concrete should be remixed before being placed. During hot or cold weather, concrete should be transported in deep containers, on account of their lower ratio of surface area to mass, reduce the rate of loss of water by evaporating during hot weather and loss of heat during cold weather.