Introduction

The application effect of construction concrete construction technology is related to the

final construction quality and service life, it meets the construction standard requirements, and
maintains the safety quality of construction engineering. Construction technicians should pay
attention to grasping the correct construction process, comprehensively optimize the construction
concrete pouring construction technology, and overcoming the concrete structure cracks
continually is good to enhance the seismic performance of concrete. This paper will briefly
introduce the standard requirements of concrete pouring construction materials and construction
concrete pouring construction types, and this article will systematically discuss the construction
concrete pouring construction points, and pay attention to how to improve the construction
concrete pouring construction technology.

Concreting Operations

Operations followed in the making of concrete in compliance with the safety and quality
requirements are known as concreting operations. Concreting operations include:

 Storage of materials;

 Batching and Mixing of various ingredients;

 Concrete mix transportation;

 Concrete placing;

 Compaction of concrete;

 Surface finishing; and

 Curing of concrete.
 Purpose

Concreting operations are vulnerable to safety and health hazards. This method statement
describes the safety requirements and safe work procedure for concreting operations to:

1. Prevent improper carrying out of concreting works;

2. Carry works in a manner that’s safe at all times;

3. Know the hazards involved in performing the activity;

4. Ensure controls are in place to steer clear of hazard exposure.

Use any other resources and methods not referred to in this method statement to suit the project
requirement. Execute the work safely complying with the required standard.

The sequence of activities is a repetitive process and many hazards are common to distinct sites.
Include with detail, any crucial information specific to the project. Follow the approved checklists
prior to the start of the activity.
 Procedures in concreting operations

Storage of concrete materials

Storage of cement:

 Store cement in a weatherproof shed to keep it dry,

 Make proper arrangements to prevent rain penetration,

 Store cement on a platform raised above ground level.

Storage of Aggregates

 Keep aggregates in a clean condition. Take necessary measures to prevent contamination

with undesirable substances,

 Make floor of the storage bins with plain cement concrete,

 Separate storage bins with partitions to prevent mixing of different aggregate sizes.
 Batching and Mixing of Materials

 Inspect and check the batching equipment including equipment calibration before the
operation begins.

 Weigh the cementitious materials and aggregates independently in separate compartments.

 Ensure that the weigh hopper charging and discharging gates close tightly when producing
concrete.

 Make sure that the equipment allows to control the material flow rate and stop the flow within
the specified weighing tolerance.

 Make sure that the measuring accuracy of batch materials weighing scales, and the water
measuring equipment meets accuracy requirements before the work begins.
 Concrete mix transportation

The operation of moving concrete mix from the concrete batching plant to the concrete pour
location is known as concrete mix transportation.

Ensure that the water-cement ratio and slump are maintained as per concrete design mix before
placing of concrete. During transportation, the concrete mix shall maintain its cohesiveness and
workability.
 Placing of concrete

 Check the formwork and reinforcement before placing the concrete to ensure that they are
clean and free of any debris.

 Deposit the concrete as close as possible to its final position. Make sure that reinforcement
dislodging or overfilling of formwork doesn’t occur during concrete discharge.

 When filling columns and walls, take care that the concrete does not strike the formwork
face, which might impact the surface finish.

 For deep sections place the concrete in layers that are uniform, generally not exceeding 500
mm thick, each layer being fully compacted.

Compaction of concrete
After the concrete is placed, it contains entrapped air voids. Compaction is the process to expel
entrapped air from concrete. Consequently, compaction increases the density of concrete.

Three types of vibrators are available to achieve the desired compaction:

1. Immersion vibrators or needle vibrators: appropriate for all sorts of sections. As per IS: 3558
[Code of practice for use of immersion vibrators for consolidating concrete], “the vibrating
needle should preferably be inserted vertically. The insertion at an angle, in thick layers, may
leave concrete unconsolidated without any indication at the surface.”

2. Surface vibrators: They are appropriate for compacting slabs, industrial floors, road
pavements, and similar flat surfaces. Furthermore, they also aid in surface levelling and
finishing.

3. Table vibrators: Vibrating tables are used for the consolidation of concrete in moulds for the
manufacture of plain and reinforced concrete or prestressed concrete elements. [IS 7246 —
Recommendations for use of table vibrators for consolidating concrete.]

4. Form vibrators: For complex members or members with higher reinforcement congestion,
form vibrators are appropriate. They are fixed to the exterior of the formwork. Therefore,
these are also called external vibrators. The formwork needs to be designed to resist the
forces imposed on it by form vibrators.
 Concrete surface finishing

Finishing is the operation of attaining a concrete surface of desired texture and pattern. Functional
and decorative requirements determine the finish of a concrete surface.

As per IS 2571 [Code of practice for laying of in-situ cement concrete flooring]

“The floor finishes shall be laid depending upon the expected load and wear on the floor and the
fact whether the topping is to be laid monolithic with the base or separately on a set and
hardened base. In either case, special precautions are necessary to ensure a good bond between
the topping and the base.”

Finishing makes concrete more functional and aesthetic. Concrete that will be visible, such as
driveways, highways, or patios, often needs finishing. Concrete’s end use usually determines the
final surface texture and patterns.

Finishing of concrete surface requires one, or many of the following operations:

1. Level the surface

2. Edge the concrete

3. Joint the concrete

4. Float the concrete

5. Trowel the concrete

6. Texture the concrete surface

7. Cure the concrete

 Curing of concrete

As per ACI 308R [Guide to Curing Concrete], curing is the process by which hydraulic-cement
concrete matures and develops hardened properties over time as a result of the continued
hydration of the cement in the presence of sufficient water and heat.

Curing is to maintain desired water content within the concrete for the required time. Start curing
of concrete as quickly as possible after finishing of concrete.
 Conclusion:
In summary, to comprehensively improve the construction technology of building concrete and
maintain the safety quality of construction, construction technicians must attach importance to
the scientific control of construction concrete pouring construction points, do a good job in the
construction preparation of the pouring formwork, optimize the pouring formwork installation
process, and do the steel bar construction work. In addition, the construction technicians should
control the proportion of concrete materials, scientifically introduce steel fiber concrete
technology, continuously optimize the construction concrete structure and construction concrete
pouring technology, and deal with the concrete drowning problem.