A. According to section 1.4.8 of ACI 318-19, if the slab-on-ground being designed transmits vertical loads or lateral forces from other portions of the structur

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Acceptable concrete cracking Q. What is considered as acceptable concrete cracking in cast-in-place foundation walls and slabs per ACI documents? My company is the concrete contractor …

The tapered slab structure is an improvement of the flat slab structural system. In countries where large magnitude earthquakes are frequent, conventional flat

Vapor barriers Q. We have a basement slab that was heaving, possibly due to poor drainage or expanding soil. The slab was removed and a new one poured. It is a finished basement and …

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This guide presents information on the design of slabs-on-ground, primarily industrial floors. It addresses the planning, design, and detailing of slabs. Backgr

Sep 11, 2025 · A concrete slab is a structural feature, usually of constant thickness, that can be used as a floor or a roof. A slab-on-ground is supported on the subsoil and is usually …

Lessons Learned From Using Type 1L Cement in Mass Concrete Placements Kevin J. Brigandi, CQA, Senior Principal, Assistant National Manager – Quality and Program Development

According to ACI 302.1R-15 “Guide to Concrete Floor and Slab Construction”, air contents in excess of 3 percent make the surface difficult to finish and can lead to surface blistering and …