Practice Surface Preparation - 22.6.a | 22. Special Concrete and Concreting Methods – Polymer-Modified Concrete | Civil Engineering Materials, Testing & Evaluation - Vol 2
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22.6.a - Surface Preparation

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Question 1 Easy

What does SSD stand for in surface preparation?

💡 Hint: Think about the moisture condition of the surface.

Question 2 Easy

Name one method used to achieve a clean surface before applying PMC.

💡 Hint: Consider common construction cleaning methods.

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Question 1

What does the SSD condition help with during concrete application?

Improving aesthetic finish
Maintaining water-to-cement ratio
Reducing moisture ingress

💡 Hint: Think about moisture management in curing.

Question 2

True or False: Cleaning the surface is optional in the preparation of PMC.

True
False

💡 Hint: Consider how contaminants affect adhesion.

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Challenge 1 Hard

You are preparing a concrete surface for application of PMC but notice excess water on the surface. What steps would you take to adjust the surface condition to achieve proper SSD?

💡 Hint: Think about how excess moisture can affect hydration.

Challenge 2 Hard

Discuss how different weather conditions, such as humidity and temperature changes, might require alterations in your surface preparation strategy for effective PMC application.

💡 Hint: Consider the effects of weather on surface moisture.

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