Describe the conditions and considerations that should be met when placing concrete in hot weather.

What will be an ideal response?


In addition to maintaining low concrete temperature by cooling the aggregates and water, precautions must be taken to maintain a low temperature while placing concrete. This can involve shading and painting the mixers, chutes, hoppers, pump lines, and other concrete handling equipment white. Forms can be cooled with water, and the sub-grade can be moistened before the concrete is placed. Concrete must be transported from the mixing station to the point of placement as quickly as possible. In hot weather, the mix should be in place 45 to 60 minutes after mixing.

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b. What is the formula in E4?
c. What is the formula in E6?
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