SKOKIE, Ill.-The design and construction of quality concrete floors on ground involves the careful consideration of several factors. The newly revised Concrete Floors on Ground from the Portland Cement Association is a comprehensive guide that provides the latest information on the design and construction process.

A result of years of designing and troubleshooting concrete slabs on ground, PCA's newly revised bestseller serves as design guide, construction manual, and authoritative reference for contractors, designers and suppliers. This expanded fourth edition describes the planning, construction, and repair of concrete floors on ground for a variety of floor classifications including high-tech industrial floors.

It is common to use computer programs to determine the required slab thickness of a concrete floor on ground, and Concrete Floors on Ground explores the various factors that affect the risk or conservatism of the design. Special emphasis is given to attaining the best possible balance among service requirements, cost, and maintenance.

In addition to an updated thickness design procedure, the text includes a discussion of concrete drying shrinkage and joint stability. Covered topics include floor flatness and levelness, moisture testing and floor coverings, concrete durability, floor maintenance and repair, and special floor types including white concrete floors

Since the first concrete block was molded more than 125 years ago, concrete masonry has been a staple of the construction industry. During the years innovations have solidified its place as one of the most durable, versatile, and economical building materials available today.