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Concrete admixture

GCP Applied Technologies

Organic water reducers – Most offered here are an aqueous solution of modified lignosulfonates containing a catalyst which promotes more complete hydration of Portland cement. Hydration stabilizer – This ready-to-use aqueous solution of chemical compounds is specifically designed to stabilize the hydration of Portland cement concretes.

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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete

Construction Specifier

While concrete plays an important role in creating stronger and safer buildings, this essential construction material has a large carbon footprint due to ordinary Portland cement (OPC). Compressive strength comparison of Type I/II ordinary Portland cement (OPC) and Type IL Portland Limestone Cement (PLC) produced at the Holcim Ste.

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When high-performance flooring adhesives lose the battle against alkalinity

GCP Applied Technologies

Alkalinity forms naturally during the reaction of Portland cement with water when concrete is mixed. Infrastructure. Retail buildings. At that point, the flooring itself can fall victim to the ravages of moisture and alkalinity. Negative Effects of Alkalinity. How common is alkalinity in concrete slabs? VERSASHIELD.

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When high-performance flooring adhesives lose the battle against alkalinity

GCP Applied Technologies

Alkalinity forms naturally during the reaction of Portland cement with water when concrete is mixed. Infrastructure. Retail buildings. At that point, the flooring itself can fall victim to the ravages of moisture and alkalinity. Negative Effects of Alkalinity. How common is alkalinity in concrete slabs? VERSASHIELD.

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BUSINESS REPORT: Texas – Innovation Moves Front And Center In Austin

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

Fridays and is expanding to other cities including Seattle, San Francisco, Portland, Denver, DC, Dallas and Houston. It is now fully developed and contains upscale retail and restaurants, Class A offices, a hotel and conference center, residential condominiums and City Hall. million square feet of retail space and 8.2

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Site and Infrastructure Subgroup: Divisions 30 – 39. Special Project Procedures for Airport Facilities. 09 66 13 Portland Cement Terrazzo Flooring. Portland Cement Terrazzo Floor Tile. There are 49 Divisions. General Requirements Subgroup: Division 01. Facility Construction Subgroup: Divisions 02 – 19. Modifications.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

Site and Infrastructure Subgroup: Divisions 30 – 39. Special Project Procedures for Airport Facilities. 09 66 13 Portland Cement Terrazzo Flooring. Portland Cement Terrazzo Floor Tile. There are 49 Divisions. General Requirements Subgroup: Division 01. Facility Construction Subgroup: Divisions 02 – 19. Modifications.