1.3. Configurations of Power Trowels

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is the maximum area a power trowel can finish in a day?

   Hint

   Consider the difference between manual and machine finishing capabilities.

2. 2.

   Name a type of power trowel.

   Hint

   Think about the different configurations mentioned.

3. 3.

   What is the maximum area that can be finished using a power trowel?

   • 60 square meters
   • 140 square meters
   • 100 square meters

   Hint

   Recall the difference in productivity between manual tools and machines.

4. 4.

   True or False: A walk-behind trowel is typically used for larger projects.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Think about the sizes and types of jobs for each machine.

5. 5.

   Given a construction project requiring 1,120 square meters of finishing, how many days would a power trowel take if covering an average of 140 square meters per day?

   Hint

   Use the total area and divide it by the area covered per day.

6. 6.

   A construction site chooses to use a walk-behind trowel for a job that spans 200 square meters. If each worker can cover 60 square meters in a day manually, how much time will they save using the power trowel if it covers double that area?

   Hint

   Calculate the finishing time for both methods and compare.