As you know, the most important step in the construction of a concrete structure is monitoring the temperature of your slab after placement to ensure proper curing of the in-situ concrete.
When choosing a method for monitoring the strength of concrete, it’s important to consider the impact of the chosen technique on the quality of your work. Some testing processes can be done directly onsite, others require extra time for third-party facilities to deliver strength data.
The most common method for monitoring the strength of in-situ concrete is the use of field- cured cylinders, In this practice, according to ASTM C31 the samples must be casted, cured and tested for compressive strength by a third-party lab at various stages. Usually, if the slab has
reached 75% of its designed strength, engineers will give the go ahead to their team to move on to the next steps in the construction process. You should notice that time is not the only factor that contributes to your decision, but the accuracy of the testing process is just as important, as
it directly affects the quality of the concrete structure.
Today we would like to introduce a new technology which is a Smart sensor that measures the temperature and strength of your in-situ concrete, that will help you to easily get constant and accurate data about concrete temperature.
Monitoring concrete temperature and strength during the first few days or weeks after concrete placement is essential when it comes to:
1. Removing formwork
2. Post-tensioning
3. Thermal control plans
4. Opening road to traffic
5. Optimizing heat curing
