Videos

Pumping Lightweight Concrete

Structural lightweight concrete has been placed in structures over 70 stories high. Expand your understanding and knowledge of what it takes to successfully pump concrete by following these guidelines. A must know before your next project. Check out this video or go to escsi.org/pumping.

Improving the Performance of Concrete with Internal Curing: Internal Curing Module 1 (13:29)

This presentation was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD of Oregon State University. The objectives include understanding the difference between external and internal curing, why the use of internal curing is needed today, understanding the science of internal curing, understanding which properties of concrete can be improved with internal curing and examining the recent steps the industry is taking to implement internal curing.

Concept and Mixture Proportioning Principles: Internal Curing Module 2 (8:06)

This presentation was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD of Oregon State University. The objectives include understanding what is meant by the term internal curing and understanding the principles that are used to proportion internally cured mixtures.

Properties of Lightweight Aggregate: Internal Curing Module 3 (9:17)

This presentation given by Jeffrey Speck was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute. The objectives include understanding the properties of lightweight aggregate.

Mixture Proportioning: Internal Curing Module 4 (9:39)

This presentation was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD of Oregon State University. The objectives include understanding mixture proportioning as related to internal curing.

Shrinking and Cracking: Internal Curing Module 5 (10:53)

This presentation was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD of Oregon State University. The objectives include understanding shrinking and cracking as related to internal curing.

Mechanical and Transport Properties: Internal Curing Module 6 (18:05)

This presentation was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD of Oregon State University. The objectives include understanding mechanical and transport properties as related to internal curing.

Sustainability: Internal Curing Module 7 (4:35)

This presentation was developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD of Oregon State University. The objectives include understanding that sustainability is a concern for the concrete construction industry, discuss potential ways that internal curing can be used in sustainable design, understanding how service life can be improved by using internal curing and understanding how internal curing can be used to reduce cement/clinker.

Module 1: Improving the Performance of Concrete with Internal Curing (17:11)

Modules 1-5 were developed as part of a series for the Expanded Shale, Clay and Slate Institute by Dr. Jason Weiss, PhD, Professor of Civil Engineering and Director of the Pankow Materials Laboratory at Purdue University.

Module 2: Internal Curing Concept, Proportioning and Aggregate (59:50)

Module 3: Internal Curing Shrinkage and Shrinkage Cracking (1:09:50)

Module 4: Internal Curing Mechanical and Transport Properties (1:19:10)

Module 5: Improving Sustainability with Internal Curing (19:28)

Concrete Clips: Internal Curing

Concrete Clips is a series of informational videos developed by FHWA. Internal curing is a method of water curing concrete. Unlike conventional curing that supplies water from the surface of concrete, internal curing provides the curing water from the porous aggregates that are mixed into the concrete mixture for the purposes of providing the cure water.

ASTM C173 Volumetric Air Meter Test Video

This video demonstrates ASTM C173, the Standard Test Method for Air Content of Freshly Mixed Concrete by the Volumetric Method; it is commonly referred to as the Roll-a-Meter test. The Volumetric Air Test method covers the determination of the air content of freshly mixed concrete. It measures the air contained in the mortar fraction of the concrete; it is not affected by air that may be present inside the porous lightweight aggregate particles.

Centrifuge Test for Internal Curing Lightweight Aggregate

This video demonstrates the centrifuge test for internal curing moisture testing with lightweight aggregate.

Expanded Shale Used in Major Water Tank Replacement Project

ESCSI, in conjunction with Trinity Lightweight, has released a new video detailing the use of internally cured concrete in a long-term water tank replacement project in Denver, Colorado. The public utility is in the midst of a 10-year $120-million dollar project to upgrade water storage facilities across the city. The video, featuring engineer Erik Holck, explains why internally cured concrete is the product of choice to build new massive multi-million gallon tanks used to store Denver’s treated water.

Internally Cured Concrete Part One: Lightweight Aggregate Preparation, Moisture Testing and Mix Design

This video is part one of a two-part series on how to easily produce internally cured concrete.

Internally Cured Concrete Part Two: Plant Charging and Batching Considerations

This video is part two of a two-part series on how to easily produce internally cured concrete.

New Developments in Lightweight Concrete Masonry and How They Benefit the Mason Contractor

This Mason Contractors Association of America (MCAA) webinar discusses new developments in lightweight concrete masonry. Structural value has increased, energy savings have increased, and productivity potential has increased, benefiting both the mason contractor and owner.

How Lightweight Block Enhances EVERY CMU Wall Property Webinar

Lightweight block outperforms other wall systems in installation efficiency, structural performance, fire resistance, durability, energy performance and exceeds minimum code requirements. It provides ergonomic benefits during construction and brings cost and energy life cycle savings to the structure, which contributes sustainability to the built environment.

Lightweight Block Survey with Mason Contractors Video

A survey was conducted in conjunction with the Mason Contractors Association of America to learn first-hand about contractor opinions on lightweight concrete masonry. When contractors were asked why they prefer lightweight block, safety…and the reduction of injuries on the job…were mentioned more often than reduced labor cost. Running a close third place, behind safety and productivity, was mason satisfaction.

Determining the Moisture Content of Lightweight Aggregate Using the Towel Dry Method

This video demonstrates the towel dry test method for lightweight aggregate moisture testing.

Scrub Seal Pavement Preservation Webinar

This program presented by Vance Brothers explores pavement preservation, scrub seal and its applications, combination treatments and best practices.

Chip Seal: Best Practices and Benefits Using ESCS LWA

This video will review best practices and the benefits of using expanded shale, clay and slate lightweight aggregate as an asphalt chip seal application.

Improved Roads Using ESCS LWA Chip Seal

This video highlights improved roads in North Ogden, UT using expanded shale, clay and slate lightweight aggregate in a chip seal application. It also covers best practices and usage benefits.

Stormwater Solutions with ESCS Engineered Media

In this program, you will learn about the characteristics of ESCS Engineered Media and why they are important for stormwater media success. You will also learn how stormwater bioretention can be landscape features when the media is designed to infiltrate, drain, and reaerate root zones. Sample stormwater projects will be provided.

Geotechnical Applications for Lightweight Aggregates

This program will provide an overview of ground improvement, mechanically stabilized earth (MSE) structures and expanded shale, clay and slate (ESCS) lightweight fill materials. This session would be beneficial for anyone wanting to learn more about geotechnical applications.