4.2.3 - Troweling
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Practice Questions
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What is the primary function of a surface vibrator?
💡 Hint: Think about how vibrations help in making concrete denser.
Name the first step in the concrete finishing process.
💡 Hint: It's the first operation that levels the concrete.
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Which type of vibrator is primarily used where internal access is limited?
💡 Hint: Think about working conditions for each type.
True or False: Troweling should be done before the final set of concrete.
💡 Hint: Consider why timing is critical in finishing.
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A construction site is using both surface and internal vibrators for a concrete slab. The slab is 200 mm thick. Identify potential issues that may arise, and recommend appropriate solutions.
💡 Hint: Consider thickness limitations of vibrators.
During troweling, the equipment operator notices that the blade angle exceeds 1 inch above the concrete surface. What outcomes could occur, and how can this be corrected?
💡 Hint: Think about how pressure affects concrete integrity.
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