4.1 - Importance of Finishing
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Practice Questions
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What is the main purpose of a surface vibrator?
💡 Hint: Think about its main function based on its name.
Why should we avoid using surface vibrators on concrete with high workability?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens to materials when they are vibrated too much.
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Interactive Quizzes
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What is the primary function of a surface vibrator?
💡 Hint: Think about what a vibrator does with the concrete.
True or False: Surface vibrators are more effective than internal vibrators.
💡 Hint: Consider where and how each vibrator operates.
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Challenge Problems
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You are tasked with finishing a concrete slab that has an expected thickness of 200 mm. Discuss how you would approach its finishing, considering the limitations of various vibratory methods.
💡 Hint: What depth limits apply to different vibrator types?
You have a highly workable concrete mixture (slump of 80 mm) for a floor slab. What steps would you recommend for finishing this concrete to avoid weakness?
💡 Hint: Consider what happens with high workability during finishing.
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