Compaction plays an important role in the success of road and soil construction projects, as it is essential for creating a solid foundation that can support the weight of any structures built upon it. Compaction is the process of densifying soil and other materials by applying pressure to them, and is a key factor in … Read more
Cement is a vital material used in the construction industry and there are a number of compounds that go into the making of this versatile material. One such compound is called Bogues compound and it plays an important role in the production of cement. In this blog post, we will explore the various aspects of … Read more
The valuing of variations in any project are lifeblood of a project provided they are properly settled in terms of fair and properly evaluated Star Rates. So actually you want to know “what are star rates”. In unit price contract the Bill of Quantities (BQ or BOQ) is provided by the employer through his consultants … Read more
If you have ever stood on the side of a hill and looked at houses built on the same lot, you would notice that one home might be significantly smaller than the other home just because of the way the foundation was built. There are ways to build houses on sloping lots to ensure that … Read more
Ever wondered what fender piles are and why they’re used in construction? Fender piles are large vertical members driven into the ground next to the ship and they protect the dock or ship’s wharf from the vessel’s collision. Pre-stressed concrete Fender Piles are the material of choice for preventing collisions between fixed piers and boats. … Read more