by ESCSI | April 17, 2024 | Articles | Tags: Tensile Strength, Concrete Structure, Concrete Construction, Concrete Flooring, Lightweight Concrete, Bridge Deck
Lightweight concrete (LWC) has been in the building industry for centuries. Its performance capabilities and benefits when used in various concrete construction applications including concrete flooring, precast, prestressed concrete members as well ...
by ESCSI | April 16, 2024 | Articles | Tags: Urban Landscape, Green Roof, Stormwater, Lightweight Aggregate Concrete
Vegetated green roof not only adds aesthetic value but also play a pivotal role in sustainability goals, managing rainwater runoff and mitigating the heat-island effect. They also serve as thermal buffers for the building underneath, cooling the bui...
by ESCSI | April 9, 2024 | Articles | Tags: Soil Amendment, Soil Stabilization, Bridge Abutment
Benefits of Lightweight Geotech Fill for Bridge Embankments Lightweight aggregates, like expanded shale, clay and slate (ESCS), support soil stabilization and foundation design for a wide range of construction projects. While the material’s lig...
by ESCSI | March 27, 2024 | Articles | Tags: Soil Stabilization, Bridge Abutment, Retaining Wall, Geotechnical Engineering
As a geotechnical fill, lightweight aggregates, such as expanded shale, clay and slate (ESCS), can aid in soil stabilization, subgrade improvements, thermal insulation, bridge abutment design and other geotechnical engineering challenges. The materi...
by ESCSI | March 25, 2024 | Articles | Tags: Lightweight Aggregate Concrete
By Bill Wolfe Marketing & Technical Manager, Arcosa Lightweight As with many construction materials, the manufacturing of lightweight aggregate has been evaluated for its environmental impact. The Expanded Shale Clay and Slate Institute (ESCS...