Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
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From what I interpreted, there's no where in the code that makes a distinction of vibrating of cast-in-place concrete slab vs concrete on metal deck. I'm aware that you need to vibrate cast-in-place, but for conc. on metal decks, is the use of a vibrating screed sufficient or would you require them to have a vibrator head inserted into the concrete itself? I've been in situations where contractors would and wouldn't vibrate the concrete and I'm not sure entirely if it's required...





RE: Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
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RE: Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
RE: Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
If a vibrating screed is being used, I would say that is sufficient. Most of the effective compactive effort in thin slabs is generally by gumboots and the screed, vibratory or manual.
RE: Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
I like to debate structural engineering theory -- a lot. If I challenge you on something, know that I'm doing so because I respect your opinion enough to either change it or adopt it.
RE: Vibrating of concrete on metal deck
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