Concrete is one of the most used materials in construction projects. It is popular for its durability and type of concrete. Usually, made from gravel, sand and water, concrete is broken into two categories: structural and reinforced. 

Structural Concrete 

Structurally, concrete is strong in compression. This means that concrete structures can withstand large amounts of pressure without completely falling. That is why when you look at roads or sidewalks, you can see little cracks in the concrete. This is due to the pressure that the concrete is going against and the cracks allows the material to withstand more. Most walls, roads and buildings contain concrete in their foundation to ensure it can be durable and long lasting. 

Reinforced Concrete

What makes reinforced concrete and how is it different? Compared to normal concrete, reinforced concrete is made with steel to aid in the tension forces. Concrete itself is high in compression strength, but low in tensile strength. Steel is equally strong in compression and tensile, so when you add it to concrete, it becomes the ideal building material for many reasons. Reinforced concrete became popular as people started to realize the benefits. No matter if it is intense weather conditions, maintenance costs, durability or versatility, reinforced concrete is a must in the construction industry. 

Even though this material is extremely durable, it does have some risks. Since the material is so dense, it may have issues with expanding and contracting. If the structure undergoes lots of movement, the concret can not only crack, but completely split apart. It is always important to take this into consideration when determining the kind of concrete will be used. 

Despite the typical application, structural concrete or reinforced concrete are both extremely strong and used frequently in the construction industry. 

Jerdon Enterprise holds the knowledge and expertise needed to complete a successful construction project. To ensure efficiency, the trained team at Jerdon take the necessary steps in preparing for a project. Contact us today.