Construction Activities with units

Construction Activities with units (Engr. Ubaid Ahmad Mughal) Construction Activities with units, Earth work:- Earth work in excavation and earth work in back filling are usually taken out separately under different items, and quantities are calculated in cum. Foundation trenches (Trenches Continue reading Construction Activities with units

Hoffmann’s Kiln and Bull’s trench kiln

Hoffmann’s Kiln and Bull’s trench kiln Hoffmann’s Kiln and Bull’s trench kiln Hoffmann’s Kiln It is a continuous kiln and has a permanent roof as a result of which it can function even during rains. The first Hoffmann kilns were Continue reading Hoffmann’s Kiln and Bull’s trench kiln

Burning of Bricks

Burning of Bricks Burning of Bricks Burning of bricks is done in a clamp or kiln. A clamp is a temporary structure whereas kiln is a permanent one. Burning in Clamp or Pazawah: A typical clamp is shown in Fig. Continue reading Burning of Bricks

Drying of Bricks

Drying of Bricks Drying of Bricks Before burning it is essential that the bricks have dried and have become sufficiently hard to be handled and stacked in kilns without getting damaged. Also if the bricks have not completely dried then Continue reading Drying of Bricks