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Management and quality control of construction materials standards, techniques, and challenges

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Construction materials are crucial for the safety and longevity of structures, as they must withstand environmental conditions and be durable. Adherence to stringent standards and regulations is essential for materials like concrete, steel, wood, bricks, and composites. Common defects include manufacturing flaws, storage issues, non-compliance with standards, and variability in quality. To minimize quality problems, rigorous control techniques like material testing, visual inspections, performance testing, and certifications are applied. Proper finishing enhances aesthetics, durability, and performance, while surface preparation, installation, and maintenance are critical for plumbing and electrical systems.

Source: Journal of Building Materials and Structures

DOI: 10.34118/jbms.v11i2.4082

Authors: Severin Jean Maixent Loubouth, Sorel Nzaba, Gildas Ngouono Ngakali, Narcisse Malanda

Institution: Marien Ngouabi University

Language: English

Topic: Construction Engineering and Safety

Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering

Field: Engineering

Domain: Physical Sciences

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4406310347

FWCI: 0.171

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Cited by: 1

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