In the early 1900s, the farmer who wanted to improve his farm by putting in a concrete floor had to do it himself. Farmers couldn't call the local ready mix producer or concrete contractor but had to come up with suitable sand and aggregate, proportion and mix a durable concrete, and get the material into place. In this five-part article, concrete historian and Emeritus Professor at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville, Luke Snell details how it was done and describes techniques that remain useful today in remote locations around the world and even in the U.S.

Luke Snell, Concrete Construction Consultant

October 6, 2020

1 Min Read
WOC360-AdobeStock_220778015-770-new.jpg

To read Part 1, Sand, click here.

To read Part 2, Concrete Materials, click here.

To read Part 3, Concrete Mixtures, click here.

To read Part 4, Mixing the Concrete, click here.

To read Part 5, Placing the Concrete, click here.

 

About the Author(s)

Luke Snell

Concrete Construction Consultant

Luke Snell has provided extensive consulting work on construction and concrete problems throughout the U.S. and internationally. In these experiences, Luke has added contractors and producers in finding that workable and durable mix that matches the job site conditions.

He has also written more than 400 articles on concrete, construction materials, and construction education. Snell is an Honorary Member of ACI. He is an Emeritus Professor of Construction from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville. He is a licensed Professional Engineer in Missouri and Illinois.

Subscribe to get the latest information on products, technologies and management.
Join our growing community and stay informed with our free newsletters.

You May Also Like