early concrete loading
early concrete loading
(OP)
On our structural general notes page for our typical jobs, we usually put a note that says do not load concrete members before 14 days and before their specified 28 day strength is obtained. I have a contractor asking if he can load it before the 14 days. Is there an ACI document that I can reference to find a good answer for his request? ACI 347? Is there general industry practice for this?






RE: early concrete loading
Just say no, they tendered for it as is with the notes stating that, if they didnt read the notes then thats their problem.
RE: early concrete loading
RE: early concrete loading
When you write like this, probably he will like to wait ! ! !
RE: early concrete loading
As an Owner, we have used this many times solve this type problem. Most of the time that is the end of the matter, but every now and then a Contractor will come up with a way to do what he wants that is acceptable and benefits the project.
www.SlideRuleEra.net![[idea] idea](https://www.tipmaster.com/images/idea.gif)
RE: early concrete loading
RE: early concrete loading