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    7 days concrete strength

    Take 2 more core results and evaluate the average of the three according to what the code you are following specifies. With regards to the discrepancy, it is as stated above more information is needed, your mix design may be incorrect, certain admixtures could of been added without approval or...
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    Slump test after adding Super P?

    The Slump Tests primary objective is to determine the workability of the concrete for field use! I would have the slump taken at batch plant, and on site after all additional mixtures are added, remember to keep the concrete trucks drum rolling at the correct rotation. It is essential to take...
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    ASME IX - Weld Width Restriction ?

    I am aware of common practice whereby weld width is restricted to 3 times the diameter of the electrode used. (ie vertical weave welding with a 4d electrode has a restriction on width to 12mm, anything wider has to be multi-capped!) I am unable to find this restriction is ASME IX, the tank is...
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    Weld width. ( d*3 ? )

    I am aware of common practice whereby weld width is restricted to 3 times the diameter of the electrode used. (ie vertical weave welding with a 4d electrode has a restriction on width to 12mm, anything wider has to be multi-capped!) I am unable to find this restriction is ASME IX, the tank is...

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