In today’s session of learning we are bringing you an exclusive tutorial delivered by the eminent engineer SL Khan on the material estimation calculation for a circular RCC water tank. Circular water tank material calculation is so simple and uncomplicated. In this tutorial calculation for cement, sand, crushed stone and steel for given circular water […]

As you can see, the infographic offering practical solutions adapted to all interiors of the house. We found out for example that lighting above a kitchen island is imperative for safety as well as aesthetics and that it is advisable that three fixtures be placed 72 inches above the floor or 24-34 inches above the […]

Learning design with examples is always the best method of learning. Step by step procedure for structural design of isolated footing is discussed below:   Isolated Footing Design Example:   1) Column = 14” x 14” 2) Steel grade= fy=60 Ksi 3) fc’ = 3 ksi ( for footing) 2) fc’ = 4 ksi ( […]

Tie Design Standards ACI Standards Columns Bars Details ACI Column Splice Details ACI Bar Bending Details ACI Bar Bending Details ACI Column Ties Requirements Structural Design for column using Interaction Diagram Interaction Diagram plot using Column design software and MS Excel Spreadsheet Example of ACI Interaction Diagram. Interaction Diagram-Rectangular Section-Courtesy of ACI Interaction Diagram-Spiral Column-Courtesy […]

Tool that will simplify the work on the construction field now you can use it. This is easy project that can be made as DIY project and will help a lot in the house building process. This way the bricks will be on its place easier, faster and more important – all the same. You […]

has a great selection of charts used to identify and explain the wide variety of screws, bolts, nuts, washers and other pieces used for building just about every project you can imagine. Wood screws, machine screws, carriage bolts, lag bolts, square heads, torx, ogee washers and more. There’s even a section about the grade/strength types […]

Usually, it should be examined when the footings are arranged for concreting i.e. reinforcement is completely engrossed but it is recommended to examine it in two phase i.e. 01. Initially verify formwork prior to arrange reinforcement. This is very useful because finding out & rectifying formwork defect is very difficult once the reinforcement is organized […]

Building a staircase, even a short one, isn’t simple. It requires precise measurements and some careful calculations. Here’s how. From a technical standpoint, there’s nothing particularly difficult about building stairs for a deck, porch or shed. Anyone with basic carpentry skills can make the necessary cuts and assemble the parts. And yet, stair building is […]