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Applications of Controlled Low-Strength Materials (CLSM)

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Controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-consolidating cementing material used primarily as an alternative to compacted fill (ACI 229R). CLSM mixture usually consists of water, portland cement, fly ash or similar products, fine aggregates, coarse aggregate, or both. The material is […].

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GEOPOLYMER CONCRETE – ECOFRIENDLY CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL

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

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Portland Pozzolana Cement – Manufacture, Properties and Uses

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Portland Pozzolana cement is integrated cement which is formed by synthesising OPC cement with pozzolanic materials in a certain proportion.

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Uses of Different Types Portland Cement

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Portland cement is an excellent building material generally used for its excellent binding properties giving strength to structural elements.

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Grades of Ordinary Portland Cement Based on IS Codes

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Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is the most widely used cement in the construction world. It is the basic ingredient for producing concrete, mortar,

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Materials for Repair of Concrete Structures- Types and Selection Criteria

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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

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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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