In India, the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) sets guidelines for the design and construction of roads. A major part of this is the four lane road, which is essential for the country’s transport network, facilitating the efficient movement of goods and people across cities, towns and states. This article examines […]
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Understanding the Density of Construction Materials as per IS Code
Density is figured out with this formula: Density (ρ) = Mass (m) / Volume (V). It’s expressed in kilograms per cubic meter (kg/m³) and shows how much mass is packed into a certain volume. Knowing about density is key when deciding if materials are right for various construction tasks. This […]
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Understanding Prime Coat in Road Construction
The prime coat acts as a bonding agent between the base layer(WMM layer or WBM layer) and the subsequent asphalt layer (binder course or DBM layer) to increase the longevity of the road and later prepare the surface for the asphalt layer. Here, we learn the benefits of prime coats, […]