1.6 - Importance of Blade Angle during Finishing
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What is a power float?
💡 Hint: Think about the tool used for flooring smoothness.
What happens when the blade is angled?
💡 Hint: Consider how it relates to finishing techniques.
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What is the main purpose of adjusting the blade angle in finishing?
💡 Hint: Consider what effect the angle may have on the process.
True or False: Power floats can achieve higher productivity than manual finishing methods.
💡 Hint: Reflect on the productivity figures given earlier.
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Calculate the productivity difference between manual finishing and using a power trowel for a project covering 500 square meters.
💡 Hint: Consider how many days it takes for each method based on total area.
You find that the concrete surface being finished has a footprint of 1/5 inch deep. What steps should you take before proceeding with the power float?
💡 Hint: Revisit the benchmarks for concrete readiness.
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