There’s been a lot of talk about the benefits of high-flow concrete, but how do contractors know when to use it and when conventional concrete is sufficient? First, let’s define the different types of concrete.
Many factors need to be considered when choosing a specific concrete category. First, consider where the concrete will be used. For example, control flow concrete is ideal for most slab on grade and formed concrete applications, while self-consolidating concrete is advantageous for use in highly reinforced and difficult-to-cast applications.
Additionally, when considering the price of each type of concrete, contractors will want to take into account the cost of the materials, as well as the cost of labor in the region. Since higher-flowing concrete, like control flow concrete and self-consolidating concrete, significantly reduce the amount of labor involved with placing concrete, their benefits are even greater when they’re used in cities with high labor rates.
Armed with this information, contractors should be able to better decipher the differences between types of concrete, and determine the type that is best for specific projects.
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