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TYPES OF CEMENT AND THEIR USES

The Constructor

Blast Furnace Slag Cement It is obtained by grinding the clinkers with about 60% slag and resembles more or less in properties of Portland cement It can used for works economic considerations is predominant. and 5 hours respectively It is used in works where concrete is subjected to high temperatures, frost, and acidic action.

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STRUCTURAL USES OF PRECAST CONCRETE

The Constructor

The main types of floors are shown in figure below: The reason for their success is: Fast construction Economic production Standardized cross=section Good strength to weight ratio Smooth surface finishes Use of Precast concrete in Cladding: Precast concrete cladding may be used as a structural element. Related posts: WHAT IS PRECAST CONCRETE?

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REPAIR OF POST CONCRETING DEFECTS IN STRUCTURES

The Constructor

The materials normally used for patch repairs are: Portland cement and white Portland cement: Repairs are tend to be made with a high concentration of cement which will make the finished repair appear darker than the parent concrete. White Portland cement helps to lighten the colour. Now prepare the replacement concrete.

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COMPOSITION OF REACTIVE POWDER CONCRETE (RPC)

The Constructor

Portland cement – type V 1000 kg/m3 2. Portland cement – type V 955 kg/m 3 2. This compactness gives RPC ultra –high strength and durability.Reactive powder concretes have compressive strength ranging from 200 Mpa to 800Mpa. Typical composition of reactive powder concrete 800 Mpa 1. Fine sand ( 150 – 400 micron) 5001 kg/m3 3.

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CONCRETE CURING METHODS

The Constructor

Related posts: CURING OF HIGH PERFORMANCE CONCRETE Precast Concrete Methods Precast Concrete Methods METHODS OF PROPORTIONING CONCRETE Q&A: What are the three types of concrete construction methods? I want to know the inspection before the concrete work of foundation. can u give me the answer?

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CELLULAR LIGHTWEIGHT CONCRETE?FLY ASH BASED

The Constructor

It solves the problem of disposal of flyash and at the same time it reduces the cost of the construction. It is especially suitable in India for low-rise load bearing constructions and for partitioning work in multistorey blocks. Fly ash is considered as one of the waste industrial product that cannot be easily disposed.

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Understanding the different types of warehouses you can build

The Korte Company

It’s given us dozens of opportunities to learn the best ways to design and construct these critical assets. We’ve put the method in action on many automated warehouse construction projects, including the following: Walgreens eCommerce facility – Edwardsville, IL. Distribution centers designed to expedite the delivery of goods.

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