Concrete Basics
What to Know Before ordering Concrete
Understanding a few basic concrete terms can help you better plan your project and communicate your requirements.
What is Concrete?
Concrete is produced by combining cementitious materials, water and aggregates such as sand and stone in controlled proportions.
Depending on the application, additional materials or admixtures may be incorporated to modify specific characteristics.
What Does MPa mean?
MPa stands for megapascal.
In Canada, MPa is commonly used to express the compressive strength of concrete.
Different applications can require different specified strengths.
Always follow the specifications provided by your contractor, engineer or project documentation.
What is Slump?
Slump is a measurement associated with the consistency and workability of fresh concrete. The appropriate slump can depend on:
- Concrete application
- Placement method
- Mix design
- Project specifications
- Jobsite conditions
What are admixtures?
How much concrete do I need?
- Concrete volume is determined using the dimensions of the area being poured.
Admixtures are materials added to concrete to modify certain characteristics.
Depending on the project, these may include:
- Accelerators
- Retarders
- Plasticizers
- Fibres
- Colour additives
Areas We Serve
RG CONCRETE provides concrete delivery throughout the GTA and nearby areas, including:
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