Magnesium phosphate cement (MPC) hardens rapidly and gains high strength in a short time, ranging about several hours to the level of normal strength of ordinary Portland cement concrete. The magnesium phosphate cement binder is produced from the reaction between ...
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Various types of concrete for different purpose, their mix proportions, properties, strength and durability and uses in construction.
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Cold Weather Concreting: Guidance, and Strategies
Cold weather concreting is the process of placement, finishing, curing, and protection of concrete during cold weather, as per ACI 306.1. The cold weather occurs when the average outdoor temperature is below 4.4C (40F) for more than three successive days. ...
Roller Compacted Concrete: Properties, Advantages, and Applications
Roller-compacted concrete (RCC) is a concrete of zero-slump consistency in its unhardened state used in pavement and dams. It is transported, placed, and compacted using earth and rockfill construction equipment.
Applications of Reinforced Concrete
Applications of Reinforced Concrete is mainly due to its versatility, adaptability and resistance to fire and corrosion resulting in negligible maintenance costs.
The Enhanced Use Of Expanded Clay Aggregate Would Be The Future Of Construction Industry
The use of expanded clay is expected to bring a revolution in the construction industry. It can be added as an initiative towards a step taken to curb down the impact of global warming. This innovative concept should be made ...
Hot Weather Concreting – Effect of Hot Weather on Concrete
Hot weather has a significant effect on all stages of concrete production and placement procedures such as increasing rate of hydration and movement of moisture from within and surface of the concrete. It affects long term strength and durability. Hot ...
Burnished Concrete – Types, Uses and Benefits
Burnished concrete is conventional concrete trowelled more than twice to make the concrete surface hard-wearing with a durable finish and a great surface lustre. It is majorly used in residential and commercial buildings. In this article, we discuss the work ...
What is Self-Levelling Concrete (SLC)? – Properties and Benefits
Self-levelling concrete (SLC) is a polymer modified high -performance concrete that have the ability to flow, compact and provide a levelled surface when poured over an area. An SLC does not require separate vibration or compaction as required by normal ...