Concrete Durability Archives

RCPT Concrete Test: What ASTM C1202 Really Tells You About Durability

Understanding ASTM C1202: the Rapid Chloride Permeability Test (RCPT)

Ever looked at a bridge or parking garage and thought, “This thing’s gonna last forever”? Well, probably not. But someone did: the engineer. Thing is, concrete isn’t immortal. If water or salt gets in, especially

Concrete Durability Starts with Durable Concrete Materials

TeamCivil Concrete, Durability

Durable concrete materials for Durable Construction What is Concrete Durability? Durability of concrete is an important and crucial topic related to concrete structures. So, what does durability mean? According to Cambridge dictionary, durability is defined

What is Concrete Durability?

TeamCivil Concrete, Durability, Properties

Concrete structures are designed to achieve a certain service life. For instance, bridges are designed to achieve a 100 – 120 years of service. However, concrete life can be compromised or ended before the specified life.