Triangle Ready Mix offers these free educational resources to those wishing to learn more about ready-mixed concrete and the concrete industry. These “Triangle Tech Tips” cover a variety of topics related to ready mixed concrete and to concrete construction.
General Info | Testing | Admixtures | Placement & Curing | Weather | Reference | Safety
THE CONCRETE BOOK
The Concrete Book
For Our Valued Customers!
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TRIANGLE TECH TIPS
— Section 1: General Information —
Concrete 101: The Basics
The basics of concrete: what it is, how it is made
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Understanding Pozzolanic & Cementitious Materials
The differences between Pozzolanic & Cementitious
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Types of Portland Cement
Multiple types of cement are used in concrete production
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Fly Ash and Its Role in Concrete Production
Benefits and drawbacks of using fly ash in concrete
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The Benefits of Inline Aggregate Blending
Precision inline blending produces a superior mix
23-10-025
The Impact of Graded Aggregates on Concrete Performance
Graded aggregates significantly affect concrete strength
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The Importance of Heated & Chilled Mix Water
Why chillers and heaters are important in hot/cold weather
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Placing Your Order For Ready Mixed Concrete
Is this your first time ordering ready mixed concrete?
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— Section 2: Testing —
About Concrete Acceptance Testing
Precision inline blending produces a superior mix
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Concrete Slump Testing
How concrete slump tests are performed
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Cylinder Compression Testing
Understanding concrete’s compressive strength
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RED FLAG: Low Cylinder Breaks
This critical warning sign should not be ignored.
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Understanding Rebound Hammer Testing
The Schmidt hammer test for concrete strength
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— Section 3: Additives & Admixtures —
About Admixtures for Ready Mixed Concrete
What do chemical admixtures do for concrete?
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About Synthetic Fiber Concrete Additives
Uses and benefits of synthetic fiber additives
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Using Superplasticizer Additives in Concrete
Advantages and disadvantages of superplasticizer
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Air Entraining Admixtures For Concrete
What are the benefits and drawbacks?
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— Section 4: Placement & Curing —
Adding Water to Concrete at the Jobsite
Why add water at the jobsite?
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Concrete Surface Dusting: Causes & Prevention
Causes and preventive measures for concrete dusting
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Concrete Cracking and Saw Joints
Causes of cracking, and ways to minimize it
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The Role of Temperature in Concrete Cracking
How temperature differential causes cracks in concrete
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Surface Discoloration of Concrete
Common types, causes, and preventive measures
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White Spotting / Efflorescence of Concrete
Causes and preventive measures for efflorescence
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Sulfate Attack of Concrete
One of the most common types of chemical attack on concrete.
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Alkali-Silica Reactivity (ASR) in Concrete
What causes ASR, effects, prevention & mitigation
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— Section 5: Weather —
Understanding Delayed Ettringite Formation
A hidden but potentially serious heat-related concern.
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Concrete Curing in Hot Weather
How does hot weather affect concrete curing?
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Cold Weather: An Opportunity for Stronger Concrete
How cooler temperatures benefit concrete strength
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Essential Tips for Using Concrete in Cold Weather
3 key considerations for using concrete in cold weather.
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Placing Concrete During Cold Weather
How does cold weather affect concrete placement?
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— Section 6: Reference —
Glossary of Ready Mixed Concrete Terms
Common terms used in the ready mixed concrete industry
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Safety Bulletins
Engine Braking
On Concrete Trucks & Commercial Vehicles
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Preventing Concrete Truck Rollovers
The #1 safety issue in the U.S. regarding concrete trucks is rollovers. 25-01-091
Distracted to Death
Cell Phones & Vehicles Don’t Mix.
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Stay Protected: PPE Essentials
For Concrete Delivery And Placement
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