Nov 1, 2025 · A concrete slab is a structural feature, usually of constant thickness, that can be used as a floor or a roof. A slab-on-ground is supported on the subsoil and is usually …

This guide presents state-of-the-art information relative to the construction of slab-on-ground and suspended-slab floors for industrial, commercial, and institutional buildings. It is applicable to …

ACI 318 sets out the principles of design for slab shear reinforcement and makes specific reference to stirrups and headed studs. This guide reviews available types and makes …

The use of higher-grade reinforcement raised concerns about serviceability (cracking and deflections), which were addressed through a series of changes for slab and beam minimum …

This guide covers the design of slabs-on-ground for loads from material stored directly on the slab, storage rack loads, and static and dynamic loads associated with equipment and vehicles.

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Concrete Breakout Failure Cone Is breakout failure relevant for large-scale connections involving groups of anchors or reinforcing bars?

Tilt-up concrete construction is commonly used in low-rise building construction. This guide discusses many of the issues relating to the planning and construction of these buildings to …

Acceptable concrete cracking Q. What is considered as acceptable concrete cracking in cast-in-place foundation walls and slabs per ACI documents? My company is the concrete contractor …

Difference between a contraction joint, isolation joint, expansion joint, construction joint, and a cold joint Q. What is the difference between a contraction joint, isolation joint, expansion joint, …