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Types and Roles of Admixtures in Pumpable Concrete

The Constructor

Any admixture that improves the workability of concrete is advantageous for enhancing the pumpability of concrete. Various chemical admixtures like air-entraining admixture, high-range water-reducing admixture, and finely divided admixture have been utilized to improve concrete pumpability.

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15 Types of Admixtures Used in Concrete

The Constructor

Admixtures are defined as the material other than the aggregate, water and cement added to the concrete. The use of suitable admixture can result in.

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Photocatalytic Concrete Admixture?

The Constructor

I am looking for expert advice with regard to the use of photocatalytic concrete and the admixture TiO2. I have never used this material, my.

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Concrete admixture

GCP Applied Technologies

Concrete admixture. Mid-range water reducers – These admixtures provide superior placeability and finishing for concrete flatwork, in commercial and high-end residential construciton. Air detraining agents – These liquid air-detraining admixtures reduce the level of plastic air in non air-entrained concrete.

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Antifreeze Admixtures for Concrete during Cold Weather Concreting

The Constructor

Freezing reduces strength of concrete by 20 to 40 % when fresh concrete is subjected to freezing. Antifreeze admixtures of concrete, its properties.

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Factors Affecting Performance of Admixtures in Concrete

The Constructor

There are many factors that influence the performance of admixtures in concrete such as type of admixture, dosage, compatibility of the admixture.

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Functions of Admixtures in Fresh and Hardened State of Concrete

The Constructor

admixtures (singular or combination of admixtures) are added to concrete or mortar or grout mixture to achieve or improve desired properties in the.

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