HOW TO DO CONCRETE COMPACTION
What are the methods used for concrete compaction? Compaction of concrete is one of the important site operations that together enable the fresh concrete to reach its potential design strength and density by reducing the pores. Compaction is the process which expels entrapped air from freshly placed concrete and packs the aggregate particles together so as to increase the density of concrete. It increases significantly the ultimate strength of concrete and enhances the bond with reinforcement. Proper compaction also ensures that the formwork is completely filled. There are two methods of concrete compactions: You can do compaction of concrete by two methods, hand compaction and mechanical compaction. Hand compaction: Rodding is a method of poking concrete with a rod. You can use a steel rod for rodding. Tamping is mainly used for the construction of roof slabs and pavements. Ramming it is not used for the compaction in reinforced concrete works or upper stories flo...