Code of Practice for Construction of Jointed Plain Concrete Pavements (Fifth Revision) 2017 Edition
IRC 15:2017 serves as the authoritative Indian guideline for building jointed plain concrete pavements (JPCP). It covers essential procedures including material selection, equipment use, concrete mix design, foundation preparation, joint design, reinforcement placement, finishing techniques, curing practices, and quality assurance to achieve resilient and reliable concrete road surfaces. This code is vital for engineers, contractors, and road authorities engaged in rigid pavement projects.
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IRC 15:2017 serves as the authoritative Indian guideline for building jointed plain concrete pavements (JPCP). It covers essential procedures including material selection, equipment use, concrete mix design, foundation preparation, joint design, reinforcement placement, finishing techniques, curing practices, and quality assurance to achieve resilient and reliable concrete road surfaces. This code is vital for engineers, contractors, and road authorities engaged in rigid pavement projects.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Pavement and Highway Design Engineers
Civil Construction Contractors
Quality Assurance Inspectors
Project Managers in Construction
Governmental Road Agencies
Laboratories for Material Testing
Engineering Consultants
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Selection and specifications of construction materials
✓Preparation techniques for subgrade and base layers
✓Concrete mix design and batching procedures
✓Requirements for machinery, plants, and tools
✓Design and construction of various joint types including contraction, expansion, and longitudinal joints
✓Details and placement of reinforcement
✓Methods for placing, finishing, and curing concrete
✓Standards for surface smoothness and ride quality
✓Procedures for quality control and acceptance testing
✓Considerations for concreting in cold climates
✓Application of admixtures and mineral additives
✓Guidelines for repair and upkeep of concrete pavements
Structure
Table of Contents
1Scope of the Code
2General Provisions and Requirements
3Material Specifications
4Concrete Mix Design and Properties
5Equipment, Tools, and Plant Requirements
6Preparation of Subgrade and Sub-base
7Concrete Production and Handling Procedures
8Joint Construction and Reinforcement Detailing
9Cement Storage and Handling Guidelines
10Techniques for Concrete Placing, Finishing, and Curing
11Preliminary Testing and Trial Sections
12Quality Assurance and Acceptance Standards
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?What materials are specified and what quality standards must they meet for JPCP according to IRC 15?▼
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?How should the subgrade and sub-base be prepared to comply with the standard's requirements?▼
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?Which joint types are recommended, and what are the proper methods for their construction and sealing?▼
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?What curing and finishing practices are advised to enhance pavement longevity and surface quality?▼
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?How is quality control managed during construction, and what criteria must be satisfied for acceptance?▼
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