1. Finishing Machines

Try these first

1. 1.

   What are power floats used for?

   Hint

   Think about what happens to concrete after it’s poured.

2. 2.

   What is the maximum productivity of manual finishing?

   Hint

   Recall the comparison between manual and machine methods.

3. 3.

   What is the maximum productivity of power trowels per day?

   • 60 square meters
   • 140 square meters
   • 80 square meters

   Hint

   Remember the key figures discussed regarding productivity.

4. 4.

   True or False: A blade angle of 1/8 inch indentation is acceptable for hand floating.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider the measurements we covered for different techniques.

5. 5.

   You are managing a concrete finishing project with tight deadlines. If manual finishing can handle 60 square meters a day, but power trowels can handle 140 square meters, how would you structure your finishing teams to maximize productivity?

   Hint

   Consider the overall project area and time constraints.

6. 6.

   During a job, you discover the concrete is not hard enough for the machines. What steps will you take to mitigate the situation without delaying the project?

   Hint

   Think about how to balance urgency with quality.