RepairStructuralGeneralThe Diversity of Shotcrete
Clint Jenkins, Jason Bossier, and Joe Swann
Read MoreIt is truly paramount to recognize the diversity of solutions available because of the versatility that shotcrete offers. Shotcrete placement provided more efficient, sustainable and durable concrete solutions in these two cases than could have been achieved with a form-and-pour approach.
RepairUndergroundGeneralRelieving Water Pressure on Shotcrete Lining by Integrating a Drainage Mesh
Johnny Poulsen & Sergii Tabachnikov
Read MoreUnderground construction, especially a tunnel, is one of the most complex challenges in the field of civil engineering. Dolenco Drain is an innovative solution which addresses many of the difficulties with controlling or eliminating water pressure in an easy, safe, long-term, and cost-effective manner.
UndergroundStructuralGeneralEarly Age Strength Testing for Shotcrete: 2024
Christoph Goss, Norbert Fuegenschuh, Lauro Lacerda, Kevin Robertson, and Shaun Radomski
Read MoreFor improved safety in tunneling and mining projects that use shotcrete for ground support, early shotcrete strength should be evaluated by testing. Based on their range of effectiveness, two procedures stand out: The new Hilti BX 3-SCT stud driving method and the beam end tester.
StructuralGeneralGeohazard Mitigation: Why Shotcrete?
Rouse Slape
Read MoreTo improve safety and mitigate the risks of rockfall events along I-65 in Giles County, TN, GeoStabilization partnered with the Tennessee Department of Transportation and a local construction company.
StructuralGeneralRapid Strength Gain Dry-Mix Shotcrete: A Unique Solution for Highly Complex Projects
Christine Poulin
Read MoreThe construction industry must embrace new technologies and innovations to address today’s challenges. With its unique features, shotcrete stands out as a placement solution, meeting the most stringent project standards and offering unmatched benefits compared to traditional form-and-pour concrete.
GeneralPre-Job Safety Checks
Mark Corner
Read MoreA well-planned job with a focus on safety will bring profit to your company, and your customers will appreciate a job done on-time and on-budget. Spending the proper time every day pre-planning and ensuring the job is safe will benefit all.
UndergroundStructuralInternationalGeneralThe Application of Shotcrete in Shafts: Work Preparation and Construction Based on Various Projects in Central Europe
By Paul von der Hoeh, Norbert Fuegenschuh, Richard Gradnik
Read MoreShotcrete shafts often present unique challenges for construction projects. In many cases the construction method is different from the one used in the main tunnel (often using a TBM), presenting challenges recruiting experienced and certified personnel for the shaft works.
ArchitecturalStructuralGeneralModelling the Service Life of Structures with Cast-in-Place Concrete vs. Wet-Mix Shotcrete
By Lihe Zhang, Dudley R. Morgan, Sidney Mindess
Read MoreWhen properly designed and applied, wet-mix shotcrete provides equal or increased service life for reinforced concrete structures compared to cast concrete.
ArchitecturalUndergroundStructuralGeneralPolymer Rubber Gel Technology: High-Performance Waterproofing for Shotcrete and Blind-Side Applications
By John H. Huh
Read MoreThe innovative GTS Polymer Rubber Gel waterproofing systems are proven and effective for underground construction applications.
RepairUndergroundStructuralGeneralSummary of ‘Guideline on the Applicability of Fiber-Reinforced Shotcrete for Ground Support in Mines’
By Rym Msatef and Marc Jolin
Read MoreThis guide examines and provides a description of the common testing methods used for FRS and how to interpret the information generated for ground support in mines.