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| Publication Type:
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| Author(s): | Smith, David R. |
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| Author Affiliation: | Director, Interlocking Concrete Pavement Institute |
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| Title: | Pre-compacting the bedding sand - yes or no? |
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| Source: | Landscape Trades. Vol. 16, No. 2, March 1994, p. 30-32. |
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| Publishing Information: | Mississauga, Ont.: Horticultural Pub. Division of Landscape, Ontario, Landscape Trades Associates |
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| # of Pages: | 3 |
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| Keywords: | TIC Keywords: Compaction; Bedding; Sand; Concrete; Surfaces
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| Abstract/Contents: | "What is pre-compacting the bedding sand? It is compacting the sand before, rather than after placing concrete pavers. Pre-compaction is typically done with the same plate compactor used on the pavers. After pre-compacting, a loose 7 to 10 mm thick layer is made on the surface of the compacted bedding sand. This layer enters the bottom joints when the pavers are compacted. The loose layer is created two ways. After pre-compaction, sand is spread over the compacted bedding sand and screeded. This is sometimes called 'dressing' the bedding sand. A second method, called 'fluffing,' consists of raking the compacted surface and screeding it again." Discusses the role of bedding sand and some problems to avoid. |
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| Language: | English |
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| References: | 0 |
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| ASA/CSSA/SSSA Citation (Crop Science-Like - may be incomplete):
Smith, D. R. 1994. Pre-compacting the bedding sand - yes or no?. Landscape Trades. 16(2):p. 30-32. |
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