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Term of the Road Dictionary

laying

  • Language : PIARC Road Dictionary / English
  • Theme : Roads Construction General Items
  • Definition : Operation of putting a structural component into place. Note: for example, the laying of a pavement layer comprises the laying and compaction (by rolling or internal vibration) of material.
  • Synonyms : placement

Einbau

  • Language : PIARC Road Dictionary / German
  • Theme : Straßen Bau Allgemeines
  • Definition : Der Vorgang, eine Baukomponente an ihren Platz zu bringen. Zum Beispiel umfasst der Einbau einer Befestigungslage den Einbau und die Verdichtung des Materials (durch Walzen oder Vibration im Innern).
  • Synonyms : Verlegen