A slab supported by ground whose main purpose is to support the applied loads by bearing on the ground.
Floor slab cut grade.
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In the context of this guide slab on ground is defined as.
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If the joint is too deep aggregate interlocking will not be sufficient to transfer loads.
Structural support functions the floor slab of the below grade building enclosure must be designed to carry downward vertical gravity loadings as well as any upward soil or hydrostatic pressure loadings.
Guide for concrete floor and slab construction aci 302 1r 04 foreword the quality of a concrete floor or slab is highly dependent on achieving a hard and durable surface that is flat relatively free of cracks and at the proper grade and elevation.
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During new construction the builder installs drain lines and stubs that will connect to future plumbing fixtures before he pours the slab on grade.
Building additions that include a slab on grade construction also are subject to the slab edge requirements listed in the iecc irc.
For a 6 inch thick slab that means cutting 1 5 to 2 inches deep.
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Downward vertical gravity loadings exist from the dead weight of the floor slab and any occupancy live loads.
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Properties of the surface are determined by the.
Supports are needed for long term performance of welded wire reinforcement in slab on grade.
Then leave them for three days.
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A good rule of thumb is to cut the joints one quarter to one third the slab thickness.
This is a fairly simple test to check for moisture in the concrete slab.
Cutting reinforcement at joints.
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The slab may be unreinforced reinforced or post tensioned concrete.
