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How Does Internal Curing Affect Concrete Properties?

The Constructor

Internal curing is a technique that extends the hydration of Portland cement without increasing the initial water-cementitious material ratio. The technique involves employing water stored in the saturated lightweight aggregate or superabsorbent polymer to cure concrete and help further with the hydration of cement.

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GEOPOLYMER CONCRETE – ECOFRIENDLY CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL

The Constructor

Geopolymer concrete is an innovative and ecofriendly construction material and an alternative to Portland cement concrete. Concrete Technology Special Concrete Concrete Types special concrete' Use of geopolymer reduces.

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Cellular Concrete – Material, Types and Advantages

The Constructor

Cellular concrete is special engineered concrete which is manufactured by mixing Portland cement, sand, fly ash, water and pre-formed foam in varied.

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Materials for Repair of Concrete Structures- Types and Selection Criteria

The Constructor

There are various types of materials which are used for the repair of concrete structures. For instance, unmodified Portland cement mortar or grout,

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Cement Types and Characteristics of Cements

The Constructor

Types of Portland Cement Different types of Portland cement are manufactured to meet specific purposes, as outlined by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) Designation C150, which specifies eight types: Type Name Type I Normal Type IA Normal, air entraining Type II Moderate sulfate resistance Type IIA Moderate sulfate resistance, air (..)

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A Perfect Mix: VERIFI® and Portland Limestone Cement

GCP Applied Technologies

A Perfect Mix: VERIFI® and Portland Limestone Cement. Combining Portland Limestone Cement with In-transit Concrete Management Enhances Performance & Sustainability. Combining Portland Limestone Cement with In-transit Concrete Management Enhances Performance & Sustainability. VERIFI® In-Transit Concrete Management.

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Low Carbon Concrete for the First Time Required by Law

Green Building Law Update

The negative environmental impact of concrete, the most common man made substance on Earth, has not been meaningfully responded to in 2020. Cement use in concrete is the largest single material source of greenhouse gas emissions in building. Current green building programs actually encourage the use of concrete.

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