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Basalt Fiber Reinforcement in Construction: A Sustainable Paradigm Shift

Introduction In the contemporary construction landscape, a notable shift towards sustainable and eco-friendly building materials is underway. Among the alternatives gaining prominence is basalt fiber reinforcement, positioning itself as a compelling substitute for traditional steel reinforcement. This transition is fueled by a collective desire to reduce environmental impact and elevate the…

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Crushed Concrete: A Perfect Sub-Base Material In Construction

An aggregate is a compound mixed with cement, bitumen, lime, and gypsum to form concrete. It offers volume and stability to the finished product as well as act as a resistance to wear or erosion.

Mining of mineral aggregate deposits for infrastructure projects and construction purposes is done viz. Aggregate hauling Virginia. Haulers are large trucks utilized for construction purposes.

Aggregate hauling Maryland is a capital-intensive operation, utilizing large earth-moving equipment and delivering a large array of different materials. Prior to 1970 sub-base products for construction projects was stemmed from key quarried products. The use of aggregates such as limestone, granite, and basalt were common as well as where specified, are still utilized today. The trouble with these products was and still is cost.

The building and construction sector were looking for an alternative product that was not only cheaper yet would certainly likewise pass the strict examinations of the market governing bodies. Hardcore was easily offered from a number of demolition sites. Yet this product was not practical like primary aggregates and also had a much-reduced compaction price.

The remedy for this scenario was to reduce the product in size and incorporate some dirt penalties to enable the fragments to bind together. This material was to be known as a crusher run.

The next following years saw crushed aggregates becoming one of the most ingenious materials of the past century. Orders were running high, and the material was meeting expectations. The intro of crushed concrete had a positive impact on the setting. The vital environmental influence reduction was coming from the reality that hardcore was no longer being required in land filling purposes.

Below are a few of the advantages of crushed concrete:

Short-lived haul roadways

Concrete over site sub-bases

Drain as well as saturate filters

Road sub-bases

Ground leveling product

Concrete crushing Virginia is still extensively used today with concrete crusher's high effectiveness output. The product itself has acquired popularity and reliance on market inspectors. The use of the material is currently to the architects or engineers’ demands. Concrete crushing Maryland is a very reliable method of utilizing the rubble.

What is the use of crushed concrete?

Making use of an excavator, operators pack the salvaged pieces of concrete into a crusher. The equipment grinds the pieces of concrete right into gravel-sized pieces that are excellent for structural fill, roads, and various other infrastructure applications.

Crushed recycled concrete can also be used as the dry aggregate for brand-new concrete if it is devoid of pollutants. Additionally, concrete pavements can be broken in the area and used as a base layer for an asphalt pavement via a procedure called rubblization. Rubblization is a process that reduces existing concrete into rubble at its prevailing place preferably than dragging it to another place. A crusher kicks up large concrete pieces and crushes lengths of curbstone, slowly, piece by piece, as well as typically leaves steel mesh and rebar still ingrained in the concrete.

Reese Transportation offers Asphalt crushing services Virginia and Construction equipment hauling Virginia as well as offers all kinds of demolition services. Since 2007, we sell and haul aggregates & equipment and believe in client satisfaction. Call us on (443)-437-7231 for further information.

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Things You Should Know Before Purchasing Diamond Saw Blades

Introduction

Diamond Abrasives are one of the best cutting and grinding tools available in the concrete, asphalt, and stone industries. Choosing the right tool for your job can often be a daunting task, so here are some things you should consider before purchasing a diamond blade.

BLADE CONSTRUCTION

First of all, it is essential to understand what a diamond circular saw blade is. The diamond blade consists of a diamond impregnated segment affixed to a steel core. They are used to cut hardened concrete, green concrete, asphalt, bricks, blocks, marble, granite, quartz, limestone, travertine, sandstone, basalt, ceramic tiles, porcelain tiles, vitrified tiles, or almost anything based on aggregate. The segments are composed of synthetic diamond particles mixed in the perfect amount with the powdered metal that makes up the bond. Diamond particle size and quality are tightly controlled and optimized for your intended use.

The formulation step is critical to the design and performance of a diamond blade. The combination of powdered metals (the bond) enormously affects the cutting ability of the blade in various materials. This combination is poured into a mold, compressed, and heat-treated to form the segment. Segments are affixed to the steel core by laser welding, sintering, or silver brazing. The working surface of the blade is dressed with an abrasive wheel to expose the diamond particles. The blade core is tensioned to ensure stability and a straight cut.

The final step is painting and installing the safety markings. The diamond blade works with grinding or chipping operations. Synthetic diamond particles collide with the material to be cut, destroy it, and remove the material from the cut. Diamond segments are available in various designs like standard segments, turbos, wedges, and continuous edges. Different configurations optimize the desired cutting effect, improve cutting speed and extend the service life of diamond cutting discs.

THE BOND

Choosing the correct bond for a diamond blade is essential to ensure optimal cutting performance. The difference between a hardened concrete diamond blade and an asphalt diamond blade is used to keep the diamond in a floating state. It is in the composition of the bond. During cutting, the bond must be worn to constantly expose new sharp-cut diamonds. Hardened concrete is a formidable and dense material, so the bond between hardened concrete blades is soft. It is designed to continually expose new diamond cutting particles.

All of our concrete blades are designed to encounter reinforcement of one form or another. Mesh or rebar will slow down the cutting speed slightly. You don't have to apply extra pressure and let the blade do the work. Asphalt is a soft, abrasive material. The hard bond on the asphalt cutting blade is designed to resist wear and hold the diamond particles in place. This guarantees efficient diamond cutting action and maximum blade life. 

DIAMOND BLADE APPLICATION

To determine the best diamond blade for the job, make sure to answer these questions first:

What kind of saw is being used – high or low horsepower?

Will the cutting be done wet or dry?

What kind of material is being cut – cured concrete, green concrete, asphalt, granite, limestone, sandstone, quartz, basalt, or travertine?

What level of performance do I need - higher quality diamonds may cost more but offer better cutting performance, life, and overall value?

STONE CUTTING BLADES:-

Diamond Circular Saw Blades:

 Diamond Circular Saw Blades are used for sawing all-natural stones like granite, marble, sandstone, limestone, slate, basalt, quartz, mica, etc. These blades are manufactured using a high-quality metal matrix and high-quality diamond powder. The blades are always brazed, and the height of our diamond segments is between 10mm to 15mm. The blade comes with a silent core & normal core and is fast cutting without chipping. Diamond circular saw blades have a long life span and stable performance.

Arpran Industries manufactures premium and economical quality diamond blades using high-quality metal powders and synthetic industrial diamond powder, which ensures high quality and outstanding performance with a long life span. 

Continuous Rim Blade:

Continuous Rim blade is mainly used for cutting porcelain tiles, slate stone & glazed ceramic tiles, and in some cases also granite & marble, where precise cut without any chipping is required. Continuous Rim Blades are manufactured with a lot of preciseness as it has a very demanding application. The blades are made using a high-quality steel core to reduce all vibration while cutting, so it can provide high performance and a smooth cut.

Arpran Industries uses both hot pressing and cold pressing technologies for continuous rim blades. Arpran manufactures premium and economical quality blades to ensure high quality and outstanding performance. Continuous rim blades are designed for wet cutting applications.  

Small Segmented Diamond Blades:

Small Segmented Diamond Blades are suitable for smooth and fast cutting. These blades are used for cutting tiles, bricks, marble, granite, slate, & blocks. Arpran Industries uses both hot pressing and cold pressing technologies for small segmented diamond blades. Arpran manufactures premium and economical quality blades to ensure high quality and exceptional performance. 

USING THE WRONG BLADE

If you use a concrete blade to cut asphalt, the adhesive will wear out quickly and the blade life will be shortened. The opposite is true when cutting concrete with asphalt blades. The exposed diamond will wear, but the bond will not. The cutting surface of the diamond segment will be polished and glazed over. If the bond is not eroded, the new diamond will not be exposed and will eventually stop cutting the blade, overheating and eventually leading to segment and core damage.

DIAMOND BLADE USE AND SAFETY

Assemble the diamond blade correctly for the machine and make sure the direction of the blade matches the shaft rotation of the saw. 

When working with a saw, always use a properly tuned blade guard.

Always wear the correct personal protective equipment, including eyes, hearing, respiratory organs, gloves, feet, and body.  

Always comply with OSHA regulations using approved dustproofing methods (watering saws). 

When cutting wet, make sure you have enough water. Inadequate water supply can lead to blade overheating and segment or core failure. 

When wet cutting, ensure that there is a good water supply. Insufficient water supply can lead to blade overheating and failure of the segment or core.

Periodically remove the blade from the cut for a few seconds and let it cool. 

Do not force the diamond blade into the workpiece. Cuts diamonds at their speed. 

When cutting particularly hard or deep materials, cut 1 inch at a time and "step cut". 

Be careful that the diamond blade does not cut concrete or asphalt into the "base" material. This causes excessive wear and blade failure. 

Never use damaged blades or blades that exhibit excessive vibration.

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Natural Split Black Basalt Stone Mesh Back Cobble Stone for Outdoor Floor Projects

Black Basalt has high hardness, wear resistance, and is not easily corroded by acid or weathering. Very suitable for quick and easy modification, suitable for paving concrete slabs or paving sand and grout. Very suitable for use as a driveway paver, road paver, or outdoor paver.

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House tour: a sprawling Mad Men-inspired apartment in the Netherland

In the living room, Groundpiece sofa by Antonio Citterio for Flexform, enquiries to Fanuli; Chieftain armchair by Finn Juhl; vintage wenge coffee table found in Brussels; Alwa Two side table by Sebastian Herkner for Pulpo, enquiries to Hub Furniture; vintage floor lamp found in Brussels; vintage lamp (in left corner) with leaf pattern from Galerie Chalet Design; En Suite rug by Mae Engelgeer from Frankly Amsterdam; solid walnut wall panelling; floor tiles (on podium) from Dominique Desimpel; sculpture (on back wall) found in Lisbon; artwork by Emma Bernard from Brussels Design Market.

Stark minimalism and sumptuous tactility teasingly rub shoulders in this penthouse apartment in the southern Netherlands city of Maastricht. With surprises at every turn, it embraces a sense of discovery in the spirit of the great Dutch explorers.

The owners, style-savvy expats, envisioning this as a pied-à-terre in their home city, had clear, if eclectic, ideas of what they wanted when they briefed Amsterdam interior designers Nicemakers back in 2017. “Design for us a comfortable home,” they told principals Joyce Urbanus and Dax Roll, “where the architecture of the Bauhaus meets the glamour of the Chrysler Building, where furniture designer Jean Prouvé meets interior designer [and architect] Joseph Dirand, where interior designers [and one-time set designers] Roman and Williams meets Mad Men and where Swiss minimalist architect Peter Zumthor meets The Wolf of Wall Street’s Jordan Belfort.”

In the dining area, custom dining table and Luca chandelier, both from Fiona McDonald; Beetle chairs from Gubi, enquiries to Cult; chairs upholstered in Glant fabric, enquiries to Ascraft; vintage cabinet found in Brussels; Civetta spotlights from Aldo Bernardi; rug from Amadi carpets; vintage vases, iron sculpture (all on cabinet), and sculpture (on dining table), all from Nicemakers’ private collection.

While the brief — with leanings towards Manhattan, European modernism and the cinematic — may have been lofty and expansive, so too is the apartment, a three-level concrete aerie atop a 1960s building. One of Maastricht’s few high-rises, it affords stunning views over the city centre. Those bird’s eye panoramas and the design potential, together with a touch of nostalgia, underlined the building’s appeal for the globetrotting professionals.

“As a boy, I walked along these streets and knew the building,” says one of the owners. “It always intrigued me.” In its former life it was a nurses’ hostel and then offices sat behind the functional facade. When a developer divided the building into apartments, the couple bought one apartment on the ninth level, both apartments on the 10th level and combined all into a three-bedroom home. As an added bonus, the top level included a roof terrace with 360-degree views.

 In the breakfast area, T21B dining table by Pierre Chapo from Morentz; Chandigarh chairs by Pierre Jeanneret from SixGallery; custom brass mesh and black steel storage system with solid walnut handles designed by Nicemakers, produced by Soons Interieurbouw; vintage credenza from Paul Bert Serpette; ornament (on credenza) from Philippe Kersten; artwork by Piet Killaars; glass lamps found in Brussels; Tribeca rug from Massimo Copenhagen; custom smoked and stained solid oak flooring from Bloemen Parket.

“When we first entered,” says the other apartment owner, “it took us just ten seconds to decide to buy the apartments for the renovation project.” The internal walls were demolished, leaving just the shell, a blank slate for Nicemakers, whom the couple hired on the advice of a friend. “From the outside, the building is quite boring,” confesses Roll, “but the inside, especially the stripped tenth floor with its bare concrete and the beautiful rhythm of all the square windows, had the wow factor.”

Fusing all those design influences, the owners wanted “to create a 1960s and ’70s feeling, with warm colours, custom elements, vintage mid-century modern elements and a cossetting living space.” And all that within the building’s brutalist concrete backdrop.

On the terrace, vintage leather chairs from Brussels Design Market; Caldas coffee table from Mambo Unlimited Ideas; 1960s ashtray stand; dining table from Le Grenier de Sasha; Series 7 chairs by Arne Jacobsen for Fritz Hansen from Le Grenier de Sasha, enquiries to Cult; floor lamp by Serge Mouille, enquiries to Cult; walnut timber ceiling.

Drama and gradual reveals are recurring themes, perhaps not surprising when TV and movie sets imbued the brief. “I saw film sets in front of me and everything came to life,” says Urbanus who, with Roll, has created a series of atmospheric spaces resembling mises en scène. “The elevator door on the ninth floor opens and you immediately find yourself in the world of Mad Men, feeling the ambience and expecting to hear Don Draper’s favourite music,” says Roll.

In the main bedroom, custom bed designed by Nicemakers, produced by Soons Interieurbouw; custom desk by De Intuïtiefabriek; Nimbus side table by Heerenhuis, enquiries to Spence & Lyda; custom bench designed by Nicemakers, produced by Soons Interieurbouw; Riddle bedside lamps by Bert Frank; Chasing Light rug from Frankly Amsterdam.

This club-like entry level contains a lounge area, study, kitchen and two guest bedrooms. “Here the clients wanted a more feminine ambience, hence the intimate salon feeling,” says Roll. Walk up the stairs and it’s like a curtain lifting on a theatre production, the drama reveals itself on a minimalist stage — walls, ceilings, columns and lift shaft are expressed in concrete formwork. Textured glass sliding panels envelop the basalt stairwell connecting the floors, with sunlight creating shadow plays on the glass, while herringbone timber, marble and terrazzo floors layer on the luxe, further expressed in deep velvets, leather and brass. Classic 20th-century furniture, lamps and accessories were gleaned at fairs, auctions and at galleries in Milan, Paris, Brussels and New York.

In the kitchen, custom counter with antique brass frame and Pyrolave enamelled lava stone benchtop designed by Eginstill in collaboration with Nicemakers; custom rangehood by Eginstill; Tumbler pendant lights by Lee Broom, enquiries to Space Furniture; Eiffel 1000 single wall light from Frama.

As the clients are keen entertainers, Roll and Urbanus placed the kitchen centrestage of the vast open-plan zone, which shares the upper floor with the main bedroom suite. The island, in the form of a bentwood chairs with brass frame and lava-stone top, surveys the entire loft space. To the left, the eye journeys towards the living room and dining area, while to the right it takes in the informal meals area with the main bedroom beyond. Service areas, tucked in behind the stairwell and clad in walnut, feature a small intimate passage that leads towards the bedroom.

In the bathroom off the main bedroom, custom natural stone sink designed by Nicemakers, and marble floor tiles, both from Solid Nature; Landmark Industrial tapware by Samuel Heath; vintage brass wall lights found in Brussels; vintage mirror from Galerie Libelle.

“We love to introduce perspectives that invite you to discover an interior and modern bentwood furniture, introducing a flow but also a connection,” says Roll. “They tease the eye and let you see the different spaces with one glance. Then light, layout and the various settings take you by the hand and guide you through.” Like artworks on constant rotation, the uniform square windows enclosing the apartment frame ever-changing views beyond.

In the sauna, zellige floor and wall tiles from Emery & Cie; Landmark Industrial tapware by Samuel Heath.

The apartment revels in surprises and contradictions. “It shows as a warm and comfortable interior,” says Urbanus, “but look closely and you will see the complex details, the interiors’ second layer, including the materials and textures, and carefully chosen furniture, lamps and accessories. They caress the senses.” The interior is rich but with an industrial edge, simple and natural but layered and complex, raw yet sophisticated and, perhaps most importantly for the owners seeking a home, it looks lived in, despite being so new.

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SAND-WASHED ” → What does it do? Plastering, building, Construction, Types, and Price

The washed sand is the type used more and more in the works, then head on over and read the article, you know what it is, what it is, be aware of the types and also the price tag. The principle I’m talking about is the presence of sand in the construction site.

Usually the sand comes from the fragmentation of the rocks, such as quartzite, basalt, limestone, quartz, gneiss, or granite.

In the case of construction, the type most commonly used is that of the sand, resulting primarily from the fragmentation of the quartz.

However, it is possible to find, in some cases, material made of magnetite feldspar, mica, etc.

According to NBR 7211, for the traces of the concrete , the sand shall be sieved in a sieve of a mesh with a maximum of 4.8 mm.

The content

What is a “Washed” Sand?

The washed sand is also known as the natural sand it is, without a doubt, the most widely used in the works.

It is taken from the beds of the rivers, through the so-called dredgers, suction.

These dredges pump the water, which has a sand to the basins of sedimentation.

It is in the pond of the settlement, that all of the solid material is separated on account of difference in density.

Then, after a few hours, in water, is then removed using either ” and the solid part is on the sand, with impurities removed.

Later on, it goes through a process of being with the goal of removing vegetation and rocks.

After washing, the sand is that it can be transported to market, and they are separated from dina, medium, and coarse.

Thus, the sand removed from the dunes and beaches, and may not be used in the construction, because of the grain which is irregular and, because of the amount of salt.

The salt, in turn, undermines much of the manufacturing of the mortar and the concrete. This is because it is impossible to cure (drying out) in a timely fashion.

The purpose of the Sand is Washed out?

As I have said before, the washed sand may be either fine, medium or coarse, and each and every one of them serves for different purposes.

Sand, Washed, Fine

With a diameter of between 1.3 and 1.6 mm, it is used to make the mortar, render mortar, and to render the sand medium and coarse.

The mixture of the fine on the other two makes it possible to improve the distribution of the grains.

The Sand-Washed Medium

A diameter of between 1.4 and 1.8 mm, is used for the manufacture of tiles, concrete, and other artifacts of the concrete.

This can be found in the chlorination, yellowish, reddish, or even white, and sifted, can be carried out by means of the machine;

Sand, Washed, Thick

Between about 1.8 and about 2.3 mm in diameter, and it is also used for making the concrete mix and the mass of the cement.

As you can see, each and every one of these kinds of sands washed, they have a different diameter than that of the grain.

Thus, it is used for a different purpose, and only a professional with the knowledge and expertise you can instruct the operate.

The price of Washed Sand

In a nutshell, that’s the sand tends to exhibit a change in price is large, the cubic meter will cost around R$ 92,00.

On the other hand, a search, a little more detail and showed that it is possible to find a cubic feet with a value of between R4 82,00 R$ 93,00.

In the end, the price can even vary from region to region, state to or in accordance with the type of sand.

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Article source: SAND-WASHED ” → What does it do? Plastering, building, Construction, Types, and Price

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Iris Publishers_Journal of Textile Science & Fashion Technology (JTSFT)

Progress in Textile Reinforced Ductile Cementitious Composite for Structural Retrofitting

Authored by Yan Zhuge

This paper presents a review of literature on the innovation of textile reinforced mortar (TRM) and its applications in structural retrofitting fields. The structure of this paper is focused on the definition of this composite along with its characterization and the most common recent applications on structural retrofitting of concrete and masonry structures. The technique has dragged a respectable research interest in the construction fields due to its promising characteristics, ease of application and competitive cost. More research is required to cover many aspects such as the matrix used to bond textile fibres. More attention is required on applying this new type of textile fibre composite material in the construction field.

Keywords: Textile reinforced mortar; Fibre; Retrofitting; Concrete structures

Fibre Textile Reinforced Mortar (TRM)

TRM includes textile fibres made out of inorganic matrix reinforced with continuous knitted or non- knitted fibres. This can be woven at least in two directions to make a fabric mesh; cementitious material is an example for the matrix to impregnate that fabric [1]. Cement-based matrix has an excellent vapor permeability, a good resistance to fire and a good applicability, which means it can successfully be used on wet surfaced at low temperature [2].

TRM is a wide category comprising high strength concrete or mortars and multifilament-Yarns of glass, polymer, or carbon. The cementitious matrix is made from fine aggregate with the maximum size ranging from 1 to 2mm, binder with a volumetric content of approximately 40-50%, and water with water to binder ratio of about 0.3. The high binder content is essential for workability and developing the bond between the fibres and the surrounded matrix. The composite is appropriate for both strengthening existing structures and producing new high-performance constructional elements.

TRM composites are characterized by its good tensile performance and high ductility due to the multi-cracks’ tolerance. The structure of continuous fibres consists of several yarns of thousands of individual filaments with a diameter of approximately 5-25μm. The yarns can be oriented in deferent directions and the amount of the yarns could be varied by depending on applied load [3]. One textile layer, at least, should be located at the extreme side of the composite, and the textile layer could be made from yarns woven in two or more directions [4].

Moreover, the matrix used to impregnate textile has been the aim of many researches to reach an excellent performance of the composites. Cementitious mortar has commonly been used to bond the textile recently. The mortar could be enriched by discrete fibres with dimensions appropriate with the textile system; polymers additives could be added to the cementitious mortar. In addition, geopolymer or lime-based mortar could also be used to impregnate the textile fibres. Since the matrix utilized is a mortar-based matrix, TRM is a very common acronym used in the literature [5].

Mechanical Properties of TRM

In the last few years, several studies have been conducted on the use of TRM technology in strengthening concrete and masonry structures [6-8]. TRM techniques have been proven a promising alternative to the Fibre reinforced polymers (FRP) technology in cases where FRP technology has some drawbacks. For example, FRP is classified as a poor resistant technique to fire due to epoxy-based resin of organic polymer, typically used in FRP. Organic material, unless isolated from the fire, is flammable and not able to withstand high temperature above the glass transition, experimentally ranging from 60⁰ to 82⁰, this might be accompanied by releasing hazard fumes [9]. Due to the heterogeneity of the composite material components, a complex behavior has been observed through investigations. The tensile behavior was experimentally studied and numerically modeled to improve the knowledge for future studies and applications [10,11]. The tensile performance of cement-based composite is different from that of polymericbased composites because of the low ductility compared with the organic matrix. In the polymer-based systems, the strain capacity in tension is bigger than that of fibres resulting in an elastic behavior up to the failure point; such behavior is presented by FRP material. However, the inorganic matrixes where the ultimate strain is much less than that of the reinforcement, cracks appear before fibres reach its maximum strain. At this stage, the reinforcement is bridging at the cracked sections and carrying the entire tension. It should be mentioned that the fibre content should be over the critical value that is found to be 1-3% fraction volume of the composite. Avoiding a catastrophic failure in the matrix and making the reinforcing able to carry additional load can be achieved at contents above the critical values. Fibre geometry and the interface bond between the matrix and the fibre are important to achieve the ductile performance, and composite strength and toughness [12]. Adopting a TRM strengthening system may offer many advantages, such as a cost-efficient technique that can be simply applied as a seismic strengthening system or repairing layers. Additionally, due to the use of inorganic matric rather than the epoxy- based resin, TRM may address the disadvantages of FRP technique. TRM has the following advantages: better resistance to high temperature; easy to apply on damped surfaces; not classified as a hazardous material; sufficiency of vapor permeability [5].

Types of mortar used in TRM

Cement-based mortar (cement, sand and water) was used as a matrix in TRM composite in some investigations such as [6,13]. Inorganic hydraulic cement and acrylic- modified cement past, commercially available, were mixed with fine aggregate as utilized by Francisco et al. [14]. In an investigation by Marcari, et al. [7], a dry binder consisted of a hydraulic lime mortar with geo-binder and reactive components were mixed with a water to binder ratio of 1:4.9. Silica and Fly ash were used with the cementitious-based mortar to reduce the alkali component compared with Portland cement and used as bond agent in a study by Gopinath et al. [15]. A paste of cement and water only was used to impregnate a fabric mesh in a study conducted by Peled et al. [12] to study the effect of fabric geometry on the reinforcement performance of textile composite.

A binder of Cement combined with 1.8% weight of polymers was conducted by Raoof, et al. [16], water to binder ratio of about 0.23 was utilized. The mixture resulted in a mortar with 39.2 MPa and 9.8 MPa compressive and flexural strength respectively. It was found that the presence of polymers in the cementitious mortar was essential to ensure excellent bond between the strengthening layer and the substrate when the composite applied for repairing existing concrete structures. In studies by Larrinaga et al. [11]and Larrinaga et al. [10] chopped polymers and fine sand with the particle size of 0.6mm were mixed with cement paste to get cement-based mortar able to permeate into the fibres. A resin with a content of less than 5% was also added to the mortar.

In very recent research, Al-Gemeel and Zhuge have produced a new generation of TRM where they used engineered cementitious composite (ECC) to bond basalt textile fibres [17,18]. It was found that ECC could be a very successful cement-based matrix to impregnate textile fibres due to the strain-hardening performance and the high workability.

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Termite Control Roanoke VA

Termites are of different kinds and they have varying needs. Some enjoy damp environments, while some like it dry and humid. And our homes are often a paradise for these little pests. Whether you’ve bought a new home or you have been living on the same property for years together, termite inspections are a must to identify if your home has been damaged by these little creatures.

Cracked windows, old concrete walls, abandoned timber, damped wood are all a great way for termites to start feeding off of your property. Some termite infestations are terrible to the extent that they start showing up in your living space. And this is a huge warning sign for you to seek help from Termite Control Roanoke VA since they can aggressively start tampering with your day-to-day life.

Imagine waking up in the morning and being frightened by mud tubes all around your kitchen windows or your freshly painted living room wall. Having breakfast with your loved ones is not going to seem as fun anymore. Because apparently, you have let unwanted guests in and they’re not going anywhere unless you seek professional help.

While not always possible, the best Termite Control Roanoke VA prevention begins at the planning stages all through the construction of your home. To ensure termites do not enter your home, a Basaltic Termite Barrier made of rock particles is packed tightly beneath your home. Termite mesh, a stainless steel screen with small holes is often used as cold joints in concrete.

Homeowners can do a lot of things to save their termite-infested home from being damaged any further. Start by removing wood, lumber, plants, paper, mulch, and cardboard, etc around the foundation. Create a 4-inch obstacle between the mulch and your home. If achievable, allow just the concrete foundation to touch the soil, with sides starting at 6-inches above the soil. Also, keep all your plants away from your home for effective termite prevention. If you think you might have a termite problem, it is best to leave Termite Control Roanoke VA to the experts. Termite control is where professionals come into your home and assess your home and property for any signs of termites and damage caused by these pests. The professionals can then come up with a plan to rid your home of the pests once and for all.

If you are not sure if you have termites, there are a few things you can look for. Termites like to eat away at the cellulose in wood, so if you notice weird piles of wood shavings in your home, this could be a sign of termites.  You may also notice solid wood doors suddenly sounding hollow.  Or, if you knock on walls where studs should be and it sounds hollow, you could have termites. Our services stop termites in their tracks. Once they're under control, you'll never pay for future termite treatments or damage repairs again, as long as you keep your plan. Schedule a FREE inspection and get guaranteed protection today.

If you have been struggling with a termite infestation, you will never have to worry about these pests again! Take Care Termite provides a comprehensive solution for termite damage repair and if you want to know what exterminators check during a treatment, call us at (540-929-8169 to have your queries answered.

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Feast Your Eyes: 10 of the World's Most Instagrammable Restaurants

Take a journey with Fathom into 10 of the world's most Instagrammable Restaurants and Cafés.

These days, we're happy to say good food and good design often go hand in hand, making the global restaurant scene all the more compelling. Appetizer, a hefty design tome that landed on our desk a few months ago, takes a look at some of the world's most striking and unforgettable-looking eateries. You know, the pastel-hued modern settings filled with lush greenery that you see popping up on Instagram again and again. We've excerpted ten stunners from the book, which we're bookmarking for future travel and dining plans.

Albabel. Design by Masquespacio. Photo by Luis Beltran.

Albabel

Where: Valencia, Spain Design details: When Albabel's owner wanted to revamp his 20-year-old pizzeria he turned to Masquespacio to create a space that felt like home. The food concept synthesizes Mediterranean with Andalusian and international ingredients, and, like the menu, the design takes from the charm and sophistication of southern Spanish craftsmanship and decor. Materials such as raffia, earthen brick, and native plants fill the space, along with custom chairs and stools made from olive wood, which is common in Andalusia. Bursting colors and graphical Iberian patterns are also prominent — vibrant signatures of Masquespacios's work.

Maison Premiere. Design by Charlotte Biltgen. Photo by Atsushi Yoshie.

Maison Premiere

Where: Tokyo, Japan Design details: In Tokyo's bohemian Ebisu neighborhood, Charlotte Biltgen created this restaurant and events venue inside a three-story residence. With a variety of interiors that blend Paris's conviviality with Japan's aesthetic subtlety, the design offers floral sophistication, a purity of shapes, and feminine colors. A geometric wooden screen filigrees the dining room's seating areas, and the varying heights of Arabescato marble tabletops allow guests to eat or enjoy a tasting session while standing up. With very few right angles in sight, the decor was made to measure, including sofas that incite Japanese diners to eat in a more languid position — a departure from local culture.

Shugaa Room for Dessert. Design by Party/Space/Design. Photo by F Sections.

Shugaa Room for Dessert

Where: Bangkok, Thailand Design details: This dessert bar in Ekamai offers French confections by a Thai chef. From the street, a polygonal wall installation inspired bay sugar crystals is visible. Rose-gold lighting details and the marble bar feel modern, luxe, and glamorous. A spiral "sugar-crystal" staircase anchors the eatery, an installation of acrylic boxes that has become the signature image of Shugaa. Upstairs, guests can watch the chef prepare their desserts before tucking into them in the next room, a quiet zone for reading, working, and savoring the sweets. This area can also be reconfigured in to a workshop space that offers classes.

Bar/Caffé Palladio. Design by Marie-Anne Oudejan. Photo by Henry Wilson.

Caffé Palladio Jaipur

Where: Jaipur, India Design details: This Italian bar and restaurant in an Indian hotel and the eponymous café around the corner are the apotheosis of India's rich crossroads of visual culture. Oudejan's design, in the belvedere and gardens of a historical palace, makes the most not only its history but also the materials and mastery of regional artisans. From glass cutters to metalsmith, muralists to marble masons, locals crafted every bit of the bespoke bar. History meets contemporary detailing and the eighteenth-century European salons meet royal Mughal themes — bright blue walls and pavilion ceilings are adorned with hand-painted jungle murals and cusped arches.

The Forest. Design by S&T Architects. Photo by Aleksi Gulesha.

The Forest

Where: Almaty, Kazajistán Design details: This Kazakh eatery is filled with wood and glass, cloud-like lanterns, and a lush plethora of plants. Privileging natural materials, as the name would suggests, the space underscores the organic and is embraced by and even sheltered within its foliage, which spills from planters of various types. It embellishes shelving and windows, flanks the dining tables, and cascades from the walls. The designers eschewed what they saw as restaurant clichés, avoiding the ubiquitous tufted sofas, Edison light bulbs, and industrial metal surfaces. Instead, they invoked nature's wild tidiness, in its easy comfort and its coziness.

Parada del Mar. Design by Simone Briggs. Photo by Andrea van der Spuy.

La Parada del Mar

Where: Cape Town, South Africa Design details: Guests enter a visual cocktail of laid-back chic à la Miami Beach, Ibiza, and Cuba through a threshold of patterned tiles. The menu reworks traditional Spanish food with gluten-free, low-sugar, low-carb, high-fat dining and, in its way, so does the space. The more casual lower floor leads to a well dressed upstairs, lined along one wall with a vodka bar featuring barmen in suspenders and Panama hats. A riot of pineapple wallpapers by Soil & Co. bridges the two spaces, alternating with exposed plates that referenced the heritage of the both the building and the brand.

Hermana Republica. Design by Nauzet Rodriguez Ruiz. Photo by Pim Schalkwijk.

Hermana Republica

Where: Mérida, Mexico Design details: Subject to the constraints of the building's monument status, Nauzet Rodriguez restored, rebuilt, and preserved balconies and doors, created high-fidelity replicas where necessary, and carefully concealed reinforcements. He describes the iron-and-wood interiors as industrial-rustic, having left the new insertions exposed for both aesthetic purposes and to avoid injecting the old stone walls. A small new concrete construction in the rear garden accommodated modern bathrooms, a warehouse, and an office. Instead of fitting the existing building to its new use, new functionality was fit to the historic building. The result is a space that feels unique and adventurous visit after visit.

Cella Bar. Design by FCC Arquitectura and Paulo Lobo. Photo by Fernando Guerra.

Cella Bar

Where: Madalena, Portugal Design details: FCC Arquitectura and interior designer Paulo Lobo focused on textures and the plasticity of form in their design for this wine and food bar. Where the old structure was orthogonal and classical, the new building and its interiors are biomorphic, elastic (even the window openings are lozenge- or portal-shaped), and richly material. They are influenced by the surrounding landscape and incorporate basalt, concrete, Riga pine, and Roca ceramic. Inside, toothy trusses embellish the walls. Tailored to its location, the design articulated the site with its rocky silhouette, wine casks, and the occasional breaching whale.

Flora Danica. Design by GamFratesi. Photo by Heidi Lerkenfeldt.

Flora Danica

Where: Paris, France Design details: During the Enlightenment, Flora Danica was a botanical encyclopedia that presented folio-sized drawings of all the plants native to Denmark. Today, it is a French-inflected contemporary Danish brasserie on the Champs-Élysées — informal but materially lush. Around the main bar, the herringbone floor features a graphic combination of Carrara and green marble. Elsewhere, the space feels serene and subtle, softened by velvet shades of gray and brass details. GamFratesi overlapped the dining room with the courtyard conflating the green color scheme of the indoors with the natural tones of the outdoors.

Lingenhel. Design by Destilat. Photo by Monika Nguyen.

Lingenhel

Where: Vienna, Austria Design details: Aging is a good thing. In this shop, bar, restaurant, and cheese dairy, maturation in any form means quality. Black, white, and wooden surfaces that will age over time reference the building's history, the production processes behind foods like raw ham, and the owner's culinary concept. Destilat popped the brand's 2D check pattern in to 3D forms to create wine displays, and conceived the dairy behind a glass wall as a theatrical space. Missing raw wood beams with wire-mesh chandeliers and whitewashed surfaces gives the tasting room a feeling both modern and rustic.

Do you have a favorite place with show-stopping design, that should be among the world's top Instagrammable restaurants? Share in the comments below!

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Keep flipping through this collection of stunning restaurants with a copy of Appetizer, by Gestalten. Excerpted with permission and modified for length from © Appetizer by Gestalen, Gestalten Publishing, 2017. This article originally appeared at Fathom. Read the full article

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Basalt Fiber Market 2021 Analysis May Set New Growth Story, Forecast to 2027

The global basalt fiber market is expected to witness significant growth owing to demand from industries such as automotive, building and construction, marine and electronics. It has emerged as a strong competitor for fiber-reinforced composites. Sandland is produced from basalt rock that melts at 1400 degrees Celsius. Basalt fiber is less expensive than glass fiber and is widely used in the automotive and aerospace industries due to its high structural integrity and mechanical properties.

A full report of Basalt Fiber Market available at https://www.orionmarketreports.com/basalt-fiber-market/10173/ 

Company Profiles 

Key players in the market include GMV, Mafic SA, Basaltex, Sudaglass Fiber Technology, Zhejiang GBF Basalt Fiber Co. Ltd, Shanxi Basalt Fiber Technology Co., KamennyVek, Jiang Su Tian Long Continuous Basalt Fiber High-Tech Co.Ltd, and Mineral. 

Basalt Fiber Market: Segmentation

By Usage Type

Composites

Non-Composites 

By Form

Continuous Basalt Fiber

Discrete Basalt Fiber

By Composite Processing Method

Pultrusion

PrePregs

Compression Moulding

Hand Layup

Resin Moulding

Vaccum Infusion

Spray Gun

Filament winding

Resin film Infusion (RFI)

Others

By Application

Concrete reinforcement

Roads

Mesh filters

Insulator

Wall Plugs

Spray Application

Refractory Bricks and Blocks

Walls and foundations

Coastline reinforcement

Reinforcement for Sports equipment and Automotive Parts

Water works

Ship & Boats Building

Shafts and tunnels

Composites

Others 

By End-use Industry

Construction & Infrastructure

Automotive & Transportation

Electrical & Electronics

Wind Energy

Marines

Others 

The report covers the following objectives: 

Proliferation and maturation of trade in the Basalt Fiber Market.

The market share of the Basalt Fiber Market, supply and demand ratio, growth revenue, supply chain analysis, and business overview.

Current and future market trends that are influencing the growth opportunities and growth rate of the Basalt Fiber Market.

Feasibility study, new market insights, company profiles, investment return, revenue (value), and consumption (volume) of the Basalt Fiber Market. 

Key Questions Answered by Basalt Fiber Market Report 

What was the Basalt Fiber Market size in 2019 and 2020; what are the estimated growth trends and market forecast (2021-2027).

What will be the CAGR of Basalt Fiber Market during the forecast period (2021-2027)?

Which segments (product type/applications/end-user) were most attractive for investments in 2021? How these segments are expected to grow during the forecast period (2021-2027).

Which manufacturer/vendor/players in the Basalt Fiber Market was the market leader in 2020?

Overview on the existing product portfolio, products in the pipeline, and strategic initiatives taken by key vendors in the market.

Recent Developments o Market Overview and growth analysis o Import and Export Overview o Volume Analysis o Current Market Trends and Future Outlook o Market Opportunistic and Attractive Investment Segment

Geographic Coverage o North America Market Size and/or Volume o Latin America Market Size and/or Volume o Europe Market Size and/or Volume o Asia-Pacific Market Size and/or Volume o Rest of the world Market Size and/or Volume 

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How Termite Prevention in Melbourne is Implemented?

Learning for termite prevention in Melbourne is important for every homeowner and residents. If you don’t stop them immediately, there is a possibility that you have to splurge on costly damage in the future. The planning starts from the before of construction of any building and runs throughout the construction process. A basaltic barrier is created of rock particles stuffed tightly below the house so that certain insects and bugs wouldn’t reach to your house.

The termite specialists in Melbourne use the mesh which is a stainless steel screen with a small hole in it. The holes are so small that any type of insects or bugs can’t pass through it. It is also suitably fit for problematic areas of concrete. The control process during the construction is important as the poured concrete of foundation is hardest to crack for any type of insect or bugs. The bricks and blocks start to get cracks when they start aging. To stop cracking them before the time the capping of 4 inches should be made to bugs from entering within the foundation. Steel frames, pressure-treated wood, or insect-resistant heartwood is particularly recommended.

Certain household tips you can adopt for stopping the bugs from entering. Though if you see a sign, immediately call the bug experts who will come for inspection and accordingly they will sprinkle and conduct the whole operation.

Minimize the soil-to-wood contact around your house.

Separate mulch, paper, cardboard, lumber, wood, and plants around the foundation.

Put the 4-inch barrier between home and mulch.

Keep the plants a few feet away from your house.

Remove the source of moisture from your house.

Make sure to fix the leaky faucets.

If you are experiencing problems in your home regarding the presence of insects, cockroaches, ants, or flies, feel free to connect with an expert through contact details as provided on the official website. The safety of your home is first, book your appointment today!

Original Source: https://termite-pest-control-inspection.blogspot.com/2019/09/how-termite-prevention-in-melbourne-is.html

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Steel Rebar Technological Growth Map Over Time To Understand The Industry Growth Rate 2025

Steel Rebar, also known as reinforcing bar is widely used in the construction industry, majorly in concrete reinforcement. It serves as a tensioning device and assists to hold the concrete in a compressed state. Concrete can carry a heavy load for compression but is very weak in tension. To allow concrete to carry tensile load, steel rebar is used. Steel rebar is commonly used for concrete construction its thermal co-efficient value is close to the thermal co-efficient value of concrete.

Deformed steel bars, a type of steel rebar, have ribs, lugs, or deformity on the bar surface. These steel bars bind two materials strongly, limit cracks in concrete, avoid slippage and have higher tensile strength than mild steel rebar. Mild steel rebar is used to support the tensile stress of slab beams.

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Steel rebar is a cost-effective product that could be used for concrete masonry and concrete reinforcement. Conversely, aluminum is an expensive with less tensile strength alternative for the same applications. However, steel rebar comes with several drawbacks. In the production of steel, various types of wastes are discharged in water which can cause water pollution. Its manufacturing also releases CO2 causing greenhouse effect. It is also responsible for emission of hazardous gases such as nitrogen oxide and sulfur oxide in the air, causing air pollution. The corrosion tendency of steel leads to deterioration of constructions where rebar is used. While these drawbacks will continue posing threat, increasing construction activities worldwide, especially in emerging nations, will keep the demand for steel rebar high in the coming years.

Steel rebar, commonly known as steel reinforcement or reinforced bar, is a steel bar or a mesh of steel wires used in concrete constructions and concrete masonry as a tension device in order to provide support to concrete structures. Concrete exhibits high strength when compressed, but is equally weak under tension. Steel rebar acts as the tensioning device, thus providing strength to concrete structures. It makes these structures stable under strength and tension. Steel is used in concrete reinforcement as it offers high tensile strength and has a thermal co-efficient value, which is close to the thermal co-efficient value of concrete. Furthermore, it is one of the cheaper options that can be used for concrete reinforcement and concrete masonry. Aluminum is a costlier substitute for steel with less tensile strength.

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However, steel rebar has several disadvantages. These include the corrosion tendency of ferrous materials. This leads to intrinsic deterioration of structures where steel is used. Production of steel adversely affects the environment. For instance, it leads to emission of hazardous gases such as carbon oxides, sulfur oxide, and nitrogen oxide in air. It also is responsible for emission of CO2, thus leading to the greenhouse effect. Production of steel results in discharge of wastes into water, thereby leading to water contamination. The steel rebar market has been expanding due to the rapid infrastructure development, especially in housing, commercial, and industrial infrastructure, in developing nations. The market for steel rebar is expected to expand significantly in the next few years owing to the rapid industrialization in developing nations. There exists a need for substitutes for steel rebar considering its various disadvantages.

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Some substitutes such as basalt rebar and fiber reinforced polymer are eco- friendly and possess high tensile strength. These substitutes are anticipated to seize some share of the steel rebar market due to the environmental and corrosive effects of steel. Basalt rebar possesses numerous advantages over steel rebar and also has thermal co-efficient almost equal to that of concrete. The industry is experiencing continuous innovations and advancements due to the rapid technological advancements and high end applications of steel rebar. The newer grades that are being introduced are Fe-500, Fe-550, and Fe-500D. Similarly, in terms of application, a newer range of steel rebar that is corrosion resistant, epoxy coated, and earthquake resistant is being used increasingly in applications than the conventional rebar.

Based on application at the site of work, the steel rebar market can be segmented into mild steel bars and deformed steel bars. Mild steel bars are used to support the tensile stress of slab beams. Deformed steel bars come with deformity or lugs or ribs on the bar surface. It has higher tensile strength as compared to the mild steel rebar and avoids slippage, limits cracks in concrete, and also binds two materials strongly.

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Feast Your Eyes: 10 of the World's Most Instagrammable Restaurants

Take a journey with Fathom into 10 of the world's most Instagrammable Restaurants and Cafés.

These days, we're happy to say good food and good design often go hand in hand, making the global restaurant scene all the more compelling. Appetizer, a hefty design tome that landed on our desk a few months ago, takes a look at some of the world's most striking and unforgettable-looking eateries. You know, the pastel-hued modern settings filled with lush greenery that you see popping up on Instagram again and again. We've excerpted ten stunners from the book, which we're bookmarking for future travel and dining plans.

Albabel. Design by Masquespacio. Photo by Luis Beltran.

Albabel

Where: Valencia, Spain Design details: When Albabel's owner wanted to revamp his 20-year-old pizzeria he turned to Masquespacio to create a space that felt like home. The food concept synthesizes Mediterranean with Andalusian and international ingredients, and, like the menu, the design takes from the charm and sophistication of southern Spanish craftsmanship and decor. Materials such as raffia, earthen brick, and native plants fill the space, along with custom chairs and stools made from olive wood, which is common in Andalusia. Bursting colors and graphical Iberian patterns are also prominent — vibrant signatures of Masquespacios's work.

Maison Premiere. Design by Charlotte Biltgen. Photo by Atsushi Yoshie.

Maison Premiere

Where: Tokyo, Japan Design details: In Tokyo's bohemian Ebisu neighborhood, Charlotte Biltgen created this restaurant and events venue inside a three-story residence. With a variety of interiors that blend Paris's conviviality with Japan's aesthetic subtlety, the design offers floral sophistication, a purity of shapes, and feminine colors. A geometric wooden screen filigrees the dining room's seating areas, and the varying heights of Arabescato marble tabletops allow guests to eat or enjoy a tasting session while standing up. With very few right angles in sight, the decor was made to measure, including sofas that incite Japanese diners to eat in a more languid position — a departure from local culture.

Shugaa Room for Dessert. Design by Party/Space/Design. Photo by F Sections.

Shugaa Room for Dessert

Where: Bangkok, Thailand Design details: This dessert bar in Ekamai offers French confections by a Thai chef. From the street, a polygonal wall installation inspired bay sugar crystals is visible. Rose-gold lighting details and the marble bar feel modern, luxe, and glamorous. A spiral "sugar-crystal" staircase anchors the eatery, an installation of acrylic boxes that has become the signature image of Shugaa. Upstairs, guests can watch the chef prepare their desserts before tucking into them in the next room, a quiet zone for reading, working, and savoring the sweets. This area can also be reconfigured in to a workshop space that offers classes.

Bar/Caffé Palladio. Design by Marie-Anne Oudejan. Photo by Henry Wilson.

Caffé Palladio Jaipur

Where: Jaipur, India Design details: This Italian bar and restaurant in an Indian hotel and the eponymous café around the corner are the apotheosis of India's rich crossroads of visual culture. Oudejan's design, in the belvedere and gardens of a historical palace, makes the most not only its history but also the materials and mastery of regional artisans. From glass cutters to metalsmith, muralists to marble masons, locals crafted every bit of the bespoke bar. History meets contemporary detailing and the eighteenth-century European salons meet royal Mughal themes — bright blue walls and pavilion ceilings are adorned with hand-painted jungle murals and cusped arches.

The Forest. Design by S&T Architects. Photo by Aleksi Gulesha.

The Forest

Where: Almaty, Kazajistán Design details: This Kazakh eatery is filled with wood and glass, cloud-like lanterns, and a lush plethora of plants. Privileging natural materials, as the name would suggests, the space underscores the organic and is embraced by and even sheltered within its foliage, which spills from planters of various types. It embellishes shelving and windows, flanks the dining tables, and cascades from the walls. The designers eschewed what they saw as restaurant clichés, avoiding the ubiquitous tufted sofas, Edison light bulbs, and industrial metal surfaces. Instead, they invoked nature's wild tidiness, in its easy comfort and its coziness.

Parada del Mar. Design by Simone Briggs. Photo by Andrea van der Spuy.

La Parada del Mar

Where: Cape Town, South Africa Design details: Guests enter a visual cocktail of laid-back chic à la Miami Beach, Ibiza, and Cuba through a threshold of patterned tiles. The menu reworks traditional Spanish food with gluten-free, low-sugar, low-carb, high-fat dining and, in its way, so does the space. The more casual lower floor leads to a well dressed upstairs, lined along one wall with a vodka bar featuring barmen in suspenders and Panama hats. A riot of pineapple wallpapers by Soil & Co. bridges the two spaces, alternating with exposed plates that referenced the heritage of the both the building and the brand.

Hermana Republica. Design by Nauzet Rodriguez Ruiz. Photo by Pim Schalkwijk.

Hermana Republica

Where: Mérida, Mexico Design details: Subject to the constraints of the building's monument status, Nauzet Rodriguez restored, rebuilt, and preserved balconies and doors, created high-fidelity replicas where necessary, and carefully concealed reinforcements. He describes the iron-and-wood interiors as industrial-rustic, having left the new insertions exposed for both aesthetic purposes and to avoid injecting the old stone walls. A small new concrete construction in the rear garden accommodated modern bathrooms, a warehouse, and an office. Instead of fitting the existing building to its new use, new functionality was fit to the historic building. The result is a space that feels unique and adventurous visit after visit.

Cella Bar. Design by FCC Arquitectura and Paulo Lobo. Photo by Fernando Guerra.

Cella Bar

Where: Madalena, Portugal Design details: FCC Arquitectura and interior designer Paulo Lobo focused on textures and the plasticity of form in their design for this wine and food bar. Where the old structure was orthogonal and classical, the new building and its interiors are biomorphic, elastic (even the window openings are lozenge- or portal-shaped), and richly material. They are influenced by the surrounding landscape and incorporate basalt, concrete, Riga pine, and Roca ceramic. Inside, toothy trusses embellish the walls. Tailored to its location, the design articulated the site with its rocky silhouette, wine casks, and the occasional breaching whale.

Flora Danica. Design by GamFratesi. Photo by Heidi Lerkenfeldt.

Flora Danica

Where: Paris, France Design details: During the Enlightenment, Flora Danica was a botanical encyclopedia that presented folio-sized drawings of all the plants native to Denmark. Today, it is a French-inflected contemporary Danish brasserie on the Champs-Élysées — informal but materially lush. Around the main bar, the herringbone floor features a graphic combination of Carrara and green marble. Elsewhere, the space feels serene and subtle, softened by velvet shades of gray and brass details. GamFratesi overlapped the dining room with the courtyard conflating the green color scheme of the indoors with the natural tones of the outdoors.

Lingenhel. Design by Destilat. Photo by Monika Nguyen.

Lingenhel

Where: Vienna, Austria Design details: Aging is a good thing. In this shop, bar, restaurant, and cheese dairy, maturation in any form means quality. Black, white, and wooden surfaces that will age over time reference the building's history, the production processes behind foods like raw ham, and the owner's culinary concept. Destilat popped the brand's 2D check pattern in to 3D forms to create wine displays, and conceived the dairy behind a glass wall as a theatrical space. Missing raw wood beams with wire-mesh chandeliers and whitewashed surfaces gives the tasting room a feeling both modern and rustic.

Do you have a favorite place with show-stopping design, that should be among the world's top Instagrammable restaurants? Share in the comments below!

Don't Stop There

Keep flipping through this collection of stunning restaurants with a copy of Appetizer, by Gestalten. Excerpted with permission and modified for length from © Appetizer by Gestalen, Gestalten Publishing, 2017. This article originally appeared at Fathom. Read the full article

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Steel Rebar Market Key Players - ENERFLEX LTD, Honeywell International Inc., Joule Processing, SNC-Lavalin, Schlumberger Limited .

Steel Rebar, also known as reinforcing bar is widely used in the construction industry, majorly in concrete reinforcement. It serves as a tensioning device and assists to hold the concrete in a compressed state. Concrete can carry a heavy load for compression but is very weak in tension. To allow concrete to carry tensile load, steel rebar is used. Steel rebar is commonly used for concrete construction its thermal co-efficient value is close to the thermal co-efficient value of concrete.

Deformed steel bars, a type of steel rebar, have ribs, lugs, or deformity on the bar surface. These steel bars bind two materials strongly, limit cracks in concrete, avoid slippage and have higher tensile strength than mild steel rebar. Mild steel rebar is used to support the tensile stress of slab beams.

Read Report Overview @ http://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/steel-rebars-market.html

Steel rebar is a cost-effective product that could be used for concrete masonry and concrete reinforcement. Conversely, aluminum is an expensive with less tensile strength alternative for the same applications. However, steel rebar comes with several drawbacks. In the production of steel, various types of wastes are discharged in water which can cause water pollution. Its manufacturing also releases CO2 causing greenhouse effect. It is also responsible for emission of hazardous gases such as nitrogen oxide and sulfur oxide in the air, causing air pollution. The corrosion tendency of steel leads to deterioration of constructions where rebar is used. While these drawbacks will continue posing threat, increasing construction activities worldwide, especially in emerging nations, will keep the demand for steel rebar high in the coming years.

Steel rebar, commonly known as steel reinforcement or reinforced bar, is a steel bar or a mesh of steel wires used in concrete constructions and concrete masonry as a tension device in order to provide support to concrete structures. Concrete exhibits high strength when compressed, but is equally weak under tension. Steel rebar acts as the tensioning device, thus providing strength to concrete structures. It makes these structures stable under strength and tension. Steel is used in concrete reinforcement as it offers high tensile strength and has a thermal co-efficient value, which is close to the thermal co-efficient value of concrete. Furthermore, it is one of the cheaper options that can be used for concrete reinforcement and concrete masonry. Aluminum is a costlier substitute for steel with less tensile strength. However, steel rebar has several disadvantages. These include the corrosion tendency of ferrous materials. This leads to intrinsic deterioration of structures where steel is used. Production of steel adversely affects the environment. For instance, it leads to emission of hazardous gases such as carbon oxides, sulfur oxide, and nitrogen oxide in air.

Request Report Brochure @ https://www.transparencymarketresearch.com/sample/sample.php?flag=B&rep_id=23798

It also is responsible for emission of CO2, thus leading to the greenhouse effect. Production of steel results in discharge of wastes into water, thereby leading to water contamination. The steel rebar market has been expanding due to the rapid infrastructure development, especially in housing, commercial, and industrial infrastructure, in developing nations. The market for steel rebar is expected to expand significantly in the next few years owing to the rapid industrialization in developing nations. There exists a need for substitutes for steel rebar considering its various disadvantages. Some substitutes such as basalt rebar and fiber reinforced polymer are eco- friendly and possess high tensile strength. These substitutes are anticipated to seize some share of the steel rebar market due to the environmental and corrosive effects of steel. Basalt rebar possesses numerous advantages over steel rebar and also has thermal co-efficient almost equal to that of concrete. The industry is experiencing continuous innovations and advancements due to the rapid technological advancements and high end applications of steel rebar. The newer grades that are being introduced are Fe-500, Fe-550, and Fe-500D. Similarly, in terms of application, a newer range of steel rebar that is corrosion resistant, epoxy coated, and earthquake resistant is being used increasingly in applications than the conventional rebar.