Concrete Technology, PPT Based On Unit 1 (Cement)
In this PPT you Can studied about various method of Manufacturing of cement, properties and Test on cement.
By- Prof K.S.Somase
(Assistant professor of Gurukul Education society's Institute of engineering and technology, Nandgaon
Compaction is the process of expelling air from freshly placed concrete to increase its density. It increases concrete's strength, bonding with reinforcement, and durability while decreasing permeability. Compaction can be done manually by rodding, ramming, or tamping, or mechanically by internal vibration using poker vibrators, external vibration of forms, or surface vibration of screed boards. Mechanical vibration is more efficient and allows placement in difficult areas with less water needed compared to manual methods. Proper compaction results in strong, dense concrete.
Shotcrete is a process where concrete or mortar is pneumatically projected at high velocity onto a surface. It can be placed using dry or wet mixes through pneumatic guns onto difficult surfaces like vertical walls. Shotcrete provides compaction during placement and is used in tunnels, dams, pools and for repairs. When placing concrete underwater, the tremie method involves placing concrete at the bottom of a form through a pipe to displace water without washing out cement. Choosing the best concrete placement method depends on factors like the job location, size, and amount of concrete needed above, at or below ground.
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This document provides information on the key ingredients and composition of concrete. It discusses the main components of concrete including cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures. It describes the function of each component and how they contribute to the properties of hardened concrete. It also summarizes the manufacturing process of cement and discusses Bogue's compounds which form due to chemical reactions during cement production.
This document discusses the components, classification, properties, workability, and strength testing of concrete. Concrete is made up of cement, coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, air, and water. It can be classified as hardened or fresh concrete. The properties of fresh concrete include workability, segregation, and bleeding, while hardened concrete properties include strength, impermeability, durability, and dimensional variations. Workability is tested using slump, compaction factor, and Vebe tests. Compressive strength of hardened concrete is tested using cube or cylinder tests.
Admixtures are materials added to concrete mixes to modify properties. There are two main types - chemical and mineral. Chemical admixtures include plasticizers, superplasticizers, retarders, accelerators, and air-entraining agents. Mineral admixtures include fly ash, slag, and silica fume. Admixtures are used to increase workability, strength, and durability while decreasing water demand and permeability. Common admixtures like plasticizers and superplasticizers work by dispersing cement particles and lubricating the mix to increase flowability.
The document summarizes various tests conducted on cement, including:
1. Field testing to check for lumps, color, texture and consistency.
2. Standard consistency tests to determine the percentage of water required for a cement paste.
3. Fineness tests using sieving or air permeability methods to check particle size.
4. Soundness tests using a Le Chatelier apparatus to ensure cement does not expand after setting.
5. Strength tests involving casting cement-sand mortar cubes and breaking them to measure compressive strength after curing.
This document discusses several special concreting techniques:
- Pumped concrete is concrete that can be pushed through a pipeline and must have a design that prevents blockages.
- Shortcrete or gunite is a mortar or fine concrete pneumatically projected at high velocity, used for thin sections with less formwork.
- Underwater concrete requires special mixes placed via bagging, buckets, tremie pipes, or grouted aggregates to prevent water intrusion.
- Other techniques include pre-packed concrete placed underwater and special considerations for hot/cold weather concreting. Proper mix design and placement methods are essential for successful implementation of special concreting applications.
Compaction is the process of expelling air from freshly placed concrete to increase its density. It increases concrete's strength, bonding with reinforcement, and durability while decreasing permeability. Compaction can be done manually by rodding, ramming, or tamping, or mechanically by internal vibration using poker vibrators, external vibration of forms, or surface vibration of screed boards. Mechanical vibration is more efficient and allows placement in difficult areas with less water needed compared to manual methods. Proper compaction results in strong, dense concrete.
Shotcrete is a process where concrete or mortar is pneumatically projected at high velocity onto a surface. It can be placed using dry or wet mixes through pneumatic guns onto difficult surfaces like vertical walls. Shotcrete provides compaction during placement and is used in tunnels, dams, pools and for repairs. When placing concrete underwater, the tremie method involves placing concrete at the bottom of a form through a pipe to displace water without washing out cement. Choosing the best concrete placement method depends on factors like the job location, size, and amount of concrete needed above, at or below ground.
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This document provides information on the key ingredients and composition of concrete. It discusses the main components of concrete including cement, aggregates, water, and admixtures. It describes the function of each component and how they contribute to the properties of hardened concrete. It also summarizes the manufacturing process of cement and discusses Bogue's compounds which form due to chemical reactions during cement production.
This document discusses the components, classification, properties, workability, and strength testing of concrete. Concrete is made up of cement, coarse aggregate, fine aggregate, air, and water. It can be classified as hardened or fresh concrete. The properties of fresh concrete include workability, segregation, and bleeding, while hardened concrete properties include strength, impermeability, durability, and dimensional variations. Workability is tested using slump, compaction factor, and Vebe tests. Compressive strength of hardened concrete is tested using cube or cylinder tests.
Admixtures are materials added to concrete mixes to modify properties. There are two main types - chemical and mineral. Chemical admixtures include plasticizers, superplasticizers, retarders, accelerators, and air-entraining agents. Mineral admixtures include fly ash, slag, and silica fume. Admixtures are used to increase workability, strength, and durability while decreasing water demand and permeability. Common admixtures like plasticizers and superplasticizers work by dispersing cement particles and lubricating the mix to increase flowability.
The document summarizes various tests conducted on cement, including:
1. Field testing to check for lumps, color, texture and consistency.
2. Standard consistency tests to determine the percentage of water required for a cement paste.
3. Fineness tests using sieving or air permeability methods to check particle size.
4. Soundness tests using a Le Chatelier apparatus to ensure cement does not expand after setting.
5. Strength tests involving casting cement-sand mortar cubes and breaking them to measure compressive strength after curing.
This document discusses several special concreting techniques:
- Pumped concrete is concrete that can be pushed through a pipeline and must have a design that prevents blockages.
- Shortcrete or gunite is a mortar or fine concrete pneumatically projected at high velocity, used for thin sections with less formwork.
- Underwater concrete requires special mixes placed via bagging, buckets, tremie pipes, or grouted aggregates to prevent water intrusion.
- Other techniques include pre-packed concrete placed underwater and special considerations for hot/cold weather concreting. Proper mix design and placement methods are essential for successful implementation of special concreting applications.
This document discusses creep and shrinkage in concrete structures. It defines creep as time-dependent deformations of concrete under load, and shrinkage as shortening of concrete due to drying that is independent of applied loads. Factors that affect creep include concrete mix proportions, aggregate properties, age at loading, curing conditions, cement properties, temperature, and stress level. Factors that affect shrinkage include drying conditions, time, and water-cement ratio. The document also discusses types of shrinkage such as plastic, drying, autogenous, and carbonation shrinkages. It outlines effects of creep and shrinkage on structures and methods to prevent shrinkage.
Distress of concrete structures & their repair techniquesZaid Ansari
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This document discusses concrete distress and repair techniques. It begins by explaining that concrete structures may need repair after 25-30 years of service without maintenance. It then lists common causes of concrete distress like weathering, environmental effects, poor design/construction, and water leakage leading to corrosion. The document outlines expected service lives for different structure types. It also describes common concrete failure modes and causes of early deterioration. The remainder of the document discusses techniques for identifying distressed concrete, various repair materials and methods, and the need for trained concrete workers.
Concrete is a widely used construction material consisting of cement, water, and aggregates. The strength of concrete is specified using its 28-day cube strength in N/sq.mm. Formwork is used to mold wet concrete into desired shapes and allow it to cure. Formwork design involves choosing traditional or systematic approaches using wood or steel components like props, beams, sheathing to form columns, walls, and beams until the concrete gains sufficient strength. Proper formwork is important for quality concrete finish and structural integrity.
Durability is the ability of concrete to resist weathering actions, chemical attacks, and abrasion while maintaining its desired engineering properties. A durable concrete structure withstands deterioration over its design life through exposure to the environment. Factors that influence durability include the water-cement ratio, cement content, cover thickness, type of aggregates used, and curing of the concrete. Permeability is an important indicator of durability, with lower permeability reducing susceptibility to chemical attacks. Proper compaction and curing help reduce the permeability of concrete.
The document discusses the fresh and hardened properties of concrete. It describes workability, segregation, and bleeding as important fresh properties. Workability is affected by water content, mix proportions, aggregate size and shape. The slump cone test and compaction factor test are described for measuring workability. Hardened properties discussed include compressive strength, flexural strength, and modulus of elasticity. The compression test, flexural strength test, and stress-strain relationship determination are described for evaluating hardened properties.
Bulk sand increases in volume due to moisture content forming water films around sand particles. Maximum bulking occurs at 6-10% moisture content, with finer sands bulking more. Beyond 20% moisture content, the volume equals dry sand as water films break. An experiment showed 25% bulking when wet sand was added to a container, compared to dry sand.
This document provides information about soil compaction from an engineering lecture. It defines soil compaction, discusses how it increases soil strength and reduces permeability. It explains the principles of compaction including how it works by reducing air voids. A soil compaction curve is presented, defining optimum moisture content. Factors that affect compaction are listed such as soil type, compactive effort, and water content. Common compaction methods are also briefly outlined.
Concrete Technology, PPT Based On Unit 2 (Aggregates)
In this PPT you Can studied about Types of aggregates, its properties, and Laboratory testing on it.
By- Prof K.S.Somase
(Assistant professor of Gurukul Education society's Institute of engineering and technology, Nandgaon
This document provides an overview of concrete, including its composition, properties, production process, and testing. Some key points:
- Concrete is a composite material made of cement, fine and coarse aggregates, and water. It can be classified based on its cementing material, mix proportions, performance specifications, grade, density, and place of casting.
- The production of concrete involves batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting, curing, and finishing. Proper batching and mixing are important to ensure uniform strength. Compaction removes entrapped air for maximum strength. Curing maintains moisture for proper hardening.
- Concrete properties depend on water-cement ratio, with maximum theoretical
Self-compacting concrete was developed in Japan in the 1980s to solve problems with inadequate compaction of traditional concrete. It uses a high paste content and superplasticizers to create a concrete that can flow and consolidate under its own weight without vibration. Tests were developed to evaluate properties like filling ability, passing ability, and segregation resistance. Self-compacting concrete provides benefits like easier placement, faster construction, better surface finish, and improved durability. However, it also has higher costs associated with materials and mix design development.
This document discusses various properties of hardened concrete, including its strength and stress-strain behavior. It describes how compressive, tensile, and splitting tensile strengths are measured through standard tests. The compressive strength of concrete is influenced by factors like the water-cement ratio, degree of compaction, cement type, and curing method. The stress-strain curve for concrete is nonlinear, and its modulus of elasticity can be defined using different methods. The document also covers creep and shrinkage in concrete, how they occur over time, and their effects on structural integrity.
The document discusses concrete mix design, including:
- Concrete is made from cement, aggregates, water, and sometimes admixtures.
- ACI and BIS methods are described for determining mix proportions based on factors like strength, workability, durability, and materials.
- A step-by-step example is provided to design a mix using the ACI method for a specified 30MPa strength, including determining water-cement ratio, volumes, and final proportions.
Properties of Fresh and Hardened ConcreteRishabh Lala
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1. The document discusses the properties of fresh and hardened concrete, including workability, strength, permeability, and durability.
2. Workability of fresh concrete refers to the effort required to mix and place the concrete without segregation. It is measured by tests like slump.
3. Compressive strength is an important property of hardened concrete, as concrete is designed to resist compressive loads. Strength depends on factors like water-cement ratio and compaction.
4. Permeability and durability are also important properties, as permeability affects how easily substances like water or salts can pass through concrete. Low permeability leads to higher durability.
Concrete Construction: Batching of mixes; casting process, compaction and curing;
requirement of mix design and casting of test cubes â removing cubes from moulds and
curing for strength tests; bar-bending equipments and preparation of reinforcement for
R C C works
This document discusses concrete construction in extreme hot and cold weather conditions in India. It addresses the challenges of hot weather concreting such as increased water demand, accelerated slump loss, and increased risk of plastic shrinkage cracking. Recommendations for hot weather concreting include cooling the concrete, reducing placement time, and prompt curing. Cold weather concreting risks include reduced strength if water freezes within concrete. Recommendations include protecting concrete from freezing, using accelerants, and maintaining minimum curing temperatures. Proper planning, materials, and protection methods can help produce quality concrete despite temperature extremes.
This document discusses underwater concrete, including its production, placement methods, and quality control. It notes that underwater concrete must have proper mix design and flowability to consolidate under its own weight without vibration. The main placement methods described are tremie, pump, toggle bags, and bagwork. Quality control includes monitoring placement rate and volume. Common issues with underwater concrete include cement washout, laitance, and segregation, which mix design and proper placement seek to prevent.
This document discusses quality control in concrete construction. It explains that concrete is made by mixing cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, water, and admixtures. Quality control is important to ensure the concrete has strength, durability, and aesthetics. Quality control involves testing the materials used, the fresh concrete mix, and the hardened concrete. Tests on fresh concrete include slump and compacting factor tests, while tests on hardened concrete include compression, tensile, and flexural strength tests. The document outlines the quality control process from the production of materials to placement and curing of the concrete.
The document discusses various properties of fresh and hardened concrete. It describes the key materials used in concrete like cement, aggregates, and admixtures. It explains concepts like workability, bleeding, segregation, water-cement ratio, and gel space ratio for fresh concrete. For hardened concrete, it discusses compressive strength, flexural strength, tensile strength, and curing methods. It provides classifications of concrete based on weight, strength, and applications.
Effect of tendon profile on deflections â Factors
influencing deflections â Calculation of deflections â Short term and long term deflections - Losses
of prestress
This document provides an overview of cement, including its history, main chemical compounds, properties, hydration process, setting, and types. It discusses how Joseph Aspdin first produced Portland cement in 1824 and how cement production has expanded globally. The four main compounds in Portland cement are tricalcium silicate, dicalcium silicate, tricalcium aluminate, and tetracalcium aluminoferrite. The document also examines cement's physical properties like fineness and strength, as well as the hydration and setting processes. Different cement types include ASTM Types I-V as well as masonry cement and natural cement.
Influence of silicone-based hydrophobic admixture on structural and mechanica...IRJET Journal
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This document discusses a study that investigated the influence of silicone-based hydrophobic admixtures on the structural and mechanical properties of concrete mortar. Specifically, it examined how adding different percentages of an organosilicone admixture affected the hydration, water repellency, workability, and compressive strength of concrete mixtures. The study found that adding 0.3% admixture increased compressive strength by 11% compared to a reference concrete without admixture. It also significantly reduced water absorption through the concrete by over 80%. The admixture was found to extend the hydration period of the concrete mixtures and maintain workability with less water.
This document discusses creep and shrinkage in concrete structures. It defines creep as time-dependent deformations of concrete under load, and shrinkage as shortening of concrete due to drying that is independent of applied loads. Factors that affect creep include concrete mix proportions, aggregate properties, age at loading, curing conditions, cement properties, temperature, and stress level. Factors that affect shrinkage include drying conditions, time, and water-cement ratio. The document also discusses types of shrinkage such as plastic, drying, autogenous, and carbonation shrinkages. It outlines effects of creep and shrinkage on structures and methods to prevent shrinkage.
Distress of concrete structures & their repair techniquesZaid Ansari
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This document discusses concrete distress and repair techniques. It begins by explaining that concrete structures may need repair after 25-30 years of service without maintenance. It then lists common causes of concrete distress like weathering, environmental effects, poor design/construction, and water leakage leading to corrosion. The document outlines expected service lives for different structure types. It also describes common concrete failure modes and causes of early deterioration. The remainder of the document discusses techniques for identifying distressed concrete, various repair materials and methods, and the need for trained concrete workers.
Concrete is a widely used construction material consisting of cement, water, and aggregates. The strength of concrete is specified using its 28-day cube strength in N/sq.mm. Formwork is used to mold wet concrete into desired shapes and allow it to cure. Formwork design involves choosing traditional or systematic approaches using wood or steel components like props, beams, sheathing to form columns, walls, and beams until the concrete gains sufficient strength. Proper formwork is important for quality concrete finish and structural integrity.
Durability is the ability of concrete to resist weathering actions, chemical attacks, and abrasion while maintaining its desired engineering properties. A durable concrete structure withstands deterioration over its design life through exposure to the environment. Factors that influence durability include the water-cement ratio, cement content, cover thickness, type of aggregates used, and curing of the concrete. Permeability is an important indicator of durability, with lower permeability reducing susceptibility to chemical attacks. Proper compaction and curing help reduce the permeability of concrete.
The document discusses the fresh and hardened properties of concrete. It describes workability, segregation, and bleeding as important fresh properties. Workability is affected by water content, mix proportions, aggregate size and shape. The slump cone test and compaction factor test are described for measuring workability. Hardened properties discussed include compressive strength, flexural strength, and modulus of elasticity. The compression test, flexural strength test, and stress-strain relationship determination are described for evaluating hardened properties.
Bulk sand increases in volume due to moisture content forming water films around sand particles. Maximum bulking occurs at 6-10% moisture content, with finer sands bulking more. Beyond 20% moisture content, the volume equals dry sand as water films break. An experiment showed 25% bulking when wet sand was added to a container, compared to dry sand.
This document provides information about soil compaction from an engineering lecture. It defines soil compaction, discusses how it increases soil strength and reduces permeability. It explains the principles of compaction including how it works by reducing air voids. A soil compaction curve is presented, defining optimum moisture content. Factors that affect compaction are listed such as soil type, compactive effort, and water content. Common compaction methods are also briefly outlined.
Concrete Technology, PPT Based On Unit 2 (Aggregates)
In this PPT you Can studied about Types of aggregates, its properties, and Laboratory testing on it.
By- Prof K.S.Somase
(Assistant professor of Gurukul Education society's Institute of engineering and technology, Nandgaon
This document provides an overview of concrete, including its composition, properties, production process, and testing. Some key points:
- Concrete is a composite material made of cement, fine and coarse aggregates, and water. It can be classified based on its cementing material, mix proportions, performance specifications, grade, density, and place of casting.
- The production of concrete involves batching, mixing, transporting, placing, compacting, curing, and finishing. Proper batching and mixing are important to ensure uniform strength. Compaction removes entrapped air for maximum strength. Curing maintains moisture for proper hardening.
- Concrete properties depend on water-cement ratio, with maximum theoretical
Self-compacting concrete was developed in Japan in the 1980s to solve problems with inadequate compaction of traditional concrete. It uses a high paste content and superplasticizers to create a concrete that can flow and consolidate under its own weight without vibration. Tests were developed to evaluate properties like filling ability, passing ability, and segregation resistance. Self-compacting concrete provides benefits like easier placement, faster construction, better surface finish, and improved durability. However, it also has higher costs associated with materials and mix design development.
This document discusses various properties of hardened concrete, including its strength and stress-strain behavior. It describes how compressive, tensile, and splitting tensile strengths are measured through standard tests. The compressive strength of concrete is influenced by factors like the water-cement ratio, degree of compaction, cement type, and curing method. The stress-strain curve for concrete is nonlinear, and its modulus of elasticity can be defined using different methods. The document also covers creep and shrinkage in concrete, how they occur over time, and their effects on structural integrity.
The document discusses concrete mix design, including:
- Concrete is made from cement, aggregates, water, and sometimes admixtures.
- ACI and BIS methods are described for determining mix proportions based on factors like strength, workability, durability, and materials.
- A step-by-step example is provided to design a mix using the ACI method for a specified 30MPa strength, including determining water-cement ratio, volumes, and final proportions.
Properties of Fresh and Hardened ConcreteRishabh Lala
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1. The document discusses the properties of fresh and hardened concrete, including workability, strength, permeability, and durability.
2. Workability of fresh concrete refers to the effort required to mix and place the concrete without segregation. It is measured by tests like slump.
3. Compressive strength is an important property of hardened concrete, as concrete is designed to resist compressive loads. Strength depends on factors like water-cement ratio and compaction.
4. Permeability and durability are also important properties, as permeability affects how easily substances like water or salts can pass through concrete. Low permeability leads to higher durability.
Concrete Construction: Batching of mixes; casting process, compaction and curing;
requirement of mix design and casting of test cubes â removing cubes from moulds and
curing for strength tests; bar-bending equipments and preparation of reinforcement for
R C C works
This document discusses concrete construction in extreme hot and cold weather conditions in India. It addresses the challenges of hot weather concreting such as increased water demand, accelerated slump loss, and increased risk of plastic shrinkage cracking. Recommendations for hot weather concreting include cooling the concrete, reducing placement time, and prompt curing. Cold weather concreting risks include reduced strength if water freezes within concrete. Recommendations include protecting concrete from freezing, using accelerants, and maintaining minimum curing temperatures. Proper planning, materials, and protection methods can help produce quality concrete despite temperature extremes.
This document discusses underwater concrete, including its production, placement methods, and quality control. It notes that underwater concrete must have proper mix design and flowability to consolidate under its own weight without vibration. The main placement methods described are tremie, pump, toggle bags, and bagwork. Quality control includes monitoring placement rate and volume. Common issues with underwater concrete include cement washout, laitance, and segregation, which mix design and proper placement seek to prevent.
This document discusses quality control in concrete construction. It explains that concrete is made by mixing cement, fine aggregate, coarse aggregate, water, and admixtures. Quality control is important to ensure the concrete has strength, durability, and aesthetics. Quality control involves testing the materials used, the fresh concrete mix, and the hardened concrete. Tests on fresh concrete include slump and compacting factor tests, while tests on hardened concrete include compression, tensile, and flexural strength tests. The document outlines the quality control process from the production of materials to placement and curing of the concrete.
The document discusses various properties of fresh and hardened concrete. It describes the key materials used in concrete like cement, aggregates, and admixtures. It explains concepts like workability, bleeding, segregation, water-cement ratio, and gel space ratio for fresh concrete. For hardened concrete, it discusses compressive strength, flexural strength, tensile strength, and curing methods. It provides classifications of concrete based on weight, strength, and applications.
Effect of tendon profile on deflections â Factors
influencing deflections â Calculation of deflections â Short term and long term deflections - Losses
of prestress
This document provides an overview of cement, including its history, main chemical compounds, properties, hydration process, setting, and types. It discusses how Joseph Aspdin first produced Portland cement in 1824 and how cement production has expanded globally. The four main compounds in Portland cement are tricalcium silicate, dicalcium silicate, tricalcium aluminate, and tetracalcium aluminoferrite. The document also examines cement's physical properties like fineness and strength, as well as the hydration and setting processes. Different cement types include ASTM Types I-V as well as masonry cement and natural cement.
Influence of silicone-based hydrophobic admixture on structural and mechanica...IRJET Journal
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This document discusses a study that investigated the influence of silicone-based hydrophobic admixtures on the structural and mechanical properties of concrete mortar. Specifically, it examined how adding different percentages of an organosilicone admixture affected the hydration, water repellency, workability, and compressive strength of concrete mixtures. The study found that adding 0.3% admixture increased compressive strength by 11% compared to a reference concrete without admixture. It also significantly reduced water absorption through the concrete by over 80%. The admixture was found to extend the hydration period of the concrete mixtures and maintain workability with less water.
Effect of Admixture on Properties of ConcreteIRJET Journal
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This document discusses the effect of admixtures on the properties of concrete. It begins by defining concrete and its main components of cement, water, aggregates, and sometimes admixtures. It then discusses different types of admixtures including their physical and chemical functions. The document also examines how admixtures can be used to increase properties like strength and decrease weaknesses in concrete like brittleness. Finally, it analyzes how admixtures like silica fume can improve properties of lightweight concrete by increasing its strength.
IRJET- Experimental Investigation of Fly Ash based Geopolymer ConcreteIRJET Journal
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This document presents the results of an experimental investigation into the properties of fly ash-based geopolymer concrete. The study developed mixture proportions for geopolymer concrete and tested samples at 7, 28, and 56 days to determine compressive strength. Three mixture designs (G35-T1, G35-T2, G35-T3) were tested and compared to a conventional concrete mixture (M35). The 56-day compressive strengths of G35-T3 were found to be similar to or slightly higher than M35. G35-T3 with 16M alkali activator solution and curing at 60°C for 24 hours produced compressive strengths above the target 35 MPa and was determined
Cement is a binding material made of calcareous, siliceous, and argillaceous substances. There are various types of cement used for different purposes, including ordinary Portland cement, rapid hardening cement, extra rapid hardening cement, sulphate resisting cement, quick setting cement, low heat cement, Portland pozzolana cement, Portland slag cement, high alumina cement, air entraining cement, supersulphated cement, masonry cement, expansive cement, colored cement, and white cement. The document discusses the chemical composition and functions of cement constituents and manufacturing processes.
This document discusses the use of silica fume to modify steel slag concrete. It begins with an introduction to supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) such as fly ash, slag cement, and silica fume. It then discusses the properties and uses of steel slag as an aggregate in concrete. The document presents a study that aims to evaluate the effects of adding silica fume at different percentages to replace cement in concrete mixtures using steel slag aggregate, slag cement, and fly ash cement. It describes the materials and testing methods used, including compressive strength, porosity, capillary absorption, and flexural strength tests. The results and conclusions of this study are discussed in the following chapters.
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This document summarizes a study on the workability and strength characteristics of fly ash concrete. Fly ash is a byproduct of coal combustion that is commonly used as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) in concrete. The study investigated different dosages of fly ash from 0-30% replacement of cement, along with dosages of 0-1% of a superplasticizer. Tests were conducted on fresh and hardened concrete to evaluate the effects on workability, compressive strength, and the SCM properties of fly ash. The results were analyzed to better understand how fly ash influences the properties of concrete.
This document summarizes a study on the workability and strength characteristics of fly ash concrete. Fly ash is a byproduct of coal combustion that is commonly used as a supplementary cementitious material (SCM) in concrete. The study investigated different dosages of fly ash from 0-30% replacement of cement, along with dosages of 0-1% of a superplasticizer. Tests were conducted on fresh and hardened concrete to evaluate the effects on workability, compressive strength, and the SCM properties of fly ash. The results were analyzed to better understand how fly ash influences the properties of concrete.
IRJET- Experimental Investigation on Brick with Partially Replacement of ...IRJET Journal
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The document experimentally investigates partially replacing cement with corn cob ash in brick production to reduce costs and environmental impacts. Various mixtures of cement, corn cob ash, and sand were tested at replacement rates of 50%, 60%, and 70%, and the compressive strengths were tested at 7, 14, and 28 days of curing. Results showed that replacement rates of 50-60% corn cob ash provided adequate compressive strength while lowering costs, making it a viable and more sustainable partial cement replacement.
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The document experimentally investigates partially replacing cement with corn cob ash in brick production to reduce costs and environmental impacts. Various mixtures of cement, corn cob ash, and sand were tested at replacement rates of 50%, 60%, and 70%, and the compressive strengths were tested at 7, 14, and 28 days of curing. Results showed that replacement rates of 50-60% corn cob ash provided adequate compressive strength while lowering costs compared to traditional cement bricks.
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Effect on Compressive Strength of Concrete by Partial Replacement of Cement w...IRJET Journal
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- The document examines the effect of partial cement replacement with fly ash on the compressive strength of concrete.
- Tests were conducted on concrete cubes with 0%, 10%, 20%, and 30% fly ash replacement. Results showed compressive strength decreased with higher fly ash content.
- At 28 days, strength was reduced by 4.57%, 12.2%, and 20.55% for 10%, 20%, and 30% fly ash replacement respectively. Workability increased with more fly ash.
This document outlines a study on developing an acid-resistant concrete mix using silica fume. The objectives are to evaluate the optimum silica fume content to control compressive strength, investigate the effect of sulfuric acid environments on strength at different silica fume replacements, and conduct experiments to determine changes in weight, strength and appearance of specimens exposed to acid. Three concrete mixes with silica fume replacements of 4%, 8% and 15% will be tested for compressive strength in acid and normal curing conditions at various ages. The results will determine the effect of silica fume on strength in acid, optimum silica fume content for different grades of concrete in acid environments.
This document discusses a study on the effect of using Sudanese aggregates and supplementary cementitious materials like silica fume and fly ash to produce high strength concrete. Hundreds of concrete specimens with different mixtures of local materials, silica fume, fly ash, and water-cement ratios were tested to determine compressive strength and workability. The results showed that local Sudanese materials can be used to successfully produce concrete with a compressive strength of 80 MPa when combined with supplementary cementitious materials. Water-cement ratio had an inverse relationship with compressive strength. Silica fume improved short and long-term concrete properties while fly ash inversely affected 28-day strength. The study aims to provide insights for producing
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Unit 1 cement
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Engineering & Technology
Subject : Concrete Technology (CTE) Semester : Third
Subject Code : 22305 Year : 2nd (2020-21)
Subject Teacher: Prof. K. S. Somase Scheme : I
Department of Civil Engineering
Concrete Technology
Unit 1- Cement
By
Prof. K. S. Somase
(BE-Civil Engg)
2. Unit : 1 (Topics and Subtopics)
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3. ⢠Introduction
⢠Cement- Cement is a substance acts as a binding agent
for materials. It is obtained by burning the mixture of
calcareous material such as limestone and argillaceous
materials such as clay at a high temperature.
⢠It is defined as the bonding material having cohesive
and adhesive properties which makes it capable to unite
the different construction materials and form the
compacted assembly.
⢠The Most Common type of cement is Ordinary Portland Cement
⢠There are two main constituents in Portland cement:
ď Argillaceous materials â clay or shale.
ď Calcareous materials â Limestone ,Calcium carbonate.
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4. ď It is an excellent binding material.
ď Gives strength to masonry.
ď Possesses a good plasticity.
ď Offers a good resistance to moisture.
ď Easily workable.
ď It hardens quickly after addition of water.
ď The color of cement should be uniform.
ď Cement should be free from lumps.
ď Cement should feel smooth when touched or rubbed in
between fingers.
Properties of cement
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5. Sr.No. Name Of Compound Formula Composition
(%)
1. Lime CaO 62 - 65
2. Silica SiO2 17 - 25
3. Alumina Al2O3 3 - 8
4. Iron Oxide Fe2O3 0.5 - 6
5. Magnesia MgO 0.1 â 4
6. Sulphur Trioxide SO3 2 â 3.5
7. Soda And Potash Na2O+K2O 0.2â 1
1.1 Chemical Constituents of OPC
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6. 1. Lime (62-65%)
ď§ Imparts strength and soundness (volume)
ď§ Excess- makes cement unsound, causes it to set quickly.
ď§ Deficiency-reduces strength of cement causes it to set quickly.
2. Silica(17-25%)
⢠Imparts strength to cement
⢠Excess â increases strength of cement But increases setting time of cement
3. Alumina(3-8%)
⢠Imparts strength to cement
⢠Excess â increases strength of cement But increases setting time of cement
⢠Reduce the Clinkering temperature of cement.
Functions On Different Constituents
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7. 4. Iron Oxide (0.5 â 6%)
ď§ Impart color, strength and hardness to cement.
ď§ It induces reddish brown tint to the cement
5. Magnesia (0.1 â 4%)
⢠Imparts strength and colour to cement (Yellowish Tint)
⢠Excess âMake cement unsound
6. Sulphur Trioxide (2 â 3.5%)
⢠It is also responsible for imparting Soundness.
7. Soda And Potash (Alkalies) (0.2â 1%)
⢠It causes efflorescence and staning of stucture
⢠Alkalies react with water and white gray spot are formed.
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8. Sr.
No Name Of Compound Formula Short Form
1. Tricalcium silicate 3CaO.Sio2 C3S
2. Dicalcium Silicate 2Cao.Sio2 C2S
3. Tricalcium Aluminate 3Cao.Al2O3 C3A
4. Tetracalcium Alumino
ferrite
4CaO.Al2O3.Fe2O3 C4AF
ďWater reacts with ingredients of cement chemically, resulting in
formation of complex chemical compounds termed as bogues
compound, which are not formed simultaneously.
Bogueâs Compounds
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9. 1. Tricalcium silicate-
⢠45-85% by weight
⢠Formed within a week of addition of water in cement.
⢠Responsible for development of early strength of cement in initial
stages.
2. Dicalcium Silicate-
⢠15-35% by weight
⢠It is formed very slowly after addition of water in cement and man
require a year of so for its formation
⢠It is responsible for progressive strength of cement in later stages.
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10. 3. Tricalcium Aluminate â
⢠4-14% by weight
⢠Formed within 24 hours of addition of water to cement
⢠Responsible for maximum amount of heat of hydration.
4. Tetracalcium Alumino ferrite-
⢠10-18% by weight
⢠It is also formed within 24 hours of addition of water to cement.
⢠Amount of heat of hydration evolved during formation of this
compound initially is comparatively more which goes on decreasing
with time.
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11. ď Cement gains its strength through a chemical reaction with water. This
exothermic reaction between water and cement which liberate heat is
known as hydration. And the reaction by which cement acts as bonding
agent is called as hydration of cement. This binding action takes place in
the presence of water.
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12. ď Manufacturing of Cement includes three basic operations:
ď The Common two process of Manufacturing of cement are :
1. Dry process (New Method)
1. Wet process (Old Method)
1.Mixing 2.Burning 3.Grinding
Methods
Dry
Method
(New)
Wet
process
(Old)
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14. 2. Wet Process (Old Method)
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15. 1. Fineness
2. Standard consistency
3. Setting time
4. Soundness
5. Compressive strength
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ďTesting of cement is
carried out to analyze the
presence of desirable
properties in it.
Testing of
cement
Field test
1. Color test
2. Physical Test
3. Strength Test
Laboratory
Test
1.Fineness test
2. Standard
Consistency
test
3.Setting time
test
4. Strength test
5.Soundness
test
17. ⢠Fineness of cement refers to the size of grains or particles of cement. Lesser
the grain size, finer the cement.
⢠Due to small grain size, more surface area is available for contact with water
and the reaction of hydration becomes faster, gaining of strength is more
rapid and rate of evolution of heat increases.
⢠Following are two methods prescribed in IS codes for testing fineness:
Methods for
testing
fineness
Sieve
Test
Air
Permeability
Method
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Sieve test
3. Continuously sieve the sample giving circular
and vertical motion for a period of 15
minutes. Mechanical sieving devices may
also be used.
4. Weight the residue left on the sieve.
5. This residue shall not exceed by the limits
given below:
OPC 10 gm
Rapid Hardening Cement 05 gm
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â˘Procedure
1. Weight 100gm of cement correctly and take it on a standard IS sieve
number 9, i.e. a sieve 90 micron.
2. Break down any air-set lumps in the sample with fingers.
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Air Permeability test
ďIn this method, the permeability of a cement bed for
passage of air current is related with the specific surface of
the grains of cement.
ďThe finer the grains, the more the specific surface.
ďLea and nurse permeability apparatus is used for the test ,
The diameter of the permeability cell is 2.5 cm.
ďKnowing the density of cement the weight of cement
required to make a cement bad of 0.475 porosity can be
calculated.
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Lea and nurse Permeability meter
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ďThe procedure of the test is given below :
1. Fill the weight of cement as calculated for making a bed of
0.475 porosity into the permeability cell.
2. Slowly pass dry air through the cement bed at a constant
velocity.
3. Read the difference in manometer limbs and note it as h1.
4. Read the difference in flow meter limbs and note it as h. It
should be between 30 to 50 cm.
4. Repeat the readings till steady state is achieved. i.e. h1/h2 is
constant
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6. Specific surface is calculated by following formula.
ÂŁ = Porosity = 0.475
L = Length of cement bed (cm)
D = Density of cement in gm/cm3
C = Flow meter constant.
A = Area of c/s of cement bed (cm2)
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Generally values of C and K are provided by the manufacturer
for different values of porosity.
7. The specific surface should not be less than the limits given
below:
OPC :Not less than 2250 cm2/gm
Rapid hardening cement: Not less than 3250 cm2/gm
Low heat cement: Not less than 3200 cm2/gm
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ďDefinition:
ď§ Standard consistency is defined as that consistency which will
permit a standard Vicat plunger to penetrate a depth of 33 to 35
mm from the top of the mould in a standard Vicat apparatus.
ď§ The Vicat apparatus is used for three tests, namely, standard
consistency test, initial setting time test and final setting time
test by changing the attachment.
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Standard Consistency test
ď Procedure of standard consistency test:
1. Take about 500 gm of cement and prepare a paste with known weight of
water say about 20 - 25% of weight of cement.
2. Fill the paste in Vicat mould within 3 to 5 minutes. Level the top surface.
3. Shake the mould to expel any air bubbles.
4. Attach the plunger with the screw provided on the rod of the sliding weight.
5. Bring down the weight till plunger just touches the top surface of paste
6. Release the weight so that the plunger penetrates the paste, Measure the
penetration. This can be measured by the pointer attached to the sliding
weight and moving on the scale.
7. If the penetration is less than 33 to 35 mm from top of mould, increase the
water percentage to make a fresh paste.
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ďProcedure of standard consistency test:
7. In this manner, by making a fresh trial paste a number of times, find the
water percentage by weight, which will give the penetration of the
plunger upto 33 to 35 mm depth from top of the mould.
8. This water percentage is known consistency of the given cement and is
denoted by P.
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ď Setting time:
1. Initial setting Time
2. Final Setting Time
ď Initial setting Time -Initial setting time is the time elapsed
between the moment when water is poured in cement to the
moment when the cement paste starts losing its plasticity.
ď§ This test is also performed on the Vicat's apparatus, only this
time the plunger is removed and initial setting time needle is
attached in its place.
ď§Initial setting time of cement is 30 Minutes.
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Setting Time-Initial setting Time
ď Procedure
1. Take about 500 gm cement and mix it with
0.85P percent of water where P is the water
percentage required for standard consistency to
make a smooth paste. Start a stopwatch at the
moment when water is added to cement.
2. Fill and shake the Vicat mould with the paste
within 3 to 5 minutes after adding water.
3. Lower the initial setting time needle till it
touches the surface of the cement paste in the
mould.
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ď Procedure:
4. Release the weight so that the needle penetrates the paste.
Initially, it will penetrate the complete depth, i.e. 40 mm, of the
mould.
5. Take readings after every 1 or 2 minutes and when the penetration
decreases, take reading after every 20 seconds and then after every
10 seconds, moving the mould to take reading at different place
every time.
6. Record the time on the stopwatch when the penetration is 33 to
35mm from the top surface.
7. This time is known as the initial setting time.
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Setting Time-Final setting Time
ď Final setting Time- Final setting time is defined as the time elapsed
between the moment when water is added to cement and the moment when the
paste has completely lost its plasticity.
ď§ Initial setting time of cement is 600Minutes (10hrs).
ďProcedure:
1. Remove the initial setting time needle and attach the final setting time
needle, which is very similar to the initial setting time needle, only it has a
collar with a rim attached to it. The Central needle projects 0.5 mm more
than the rim. The collar has hole known air-vent through which trapped air
in the rim escape that it does not interfere with the reading.
2. Lower the final setting time needle till it gently touches the past and
release it.
3. Observe the impression made by the attachment on the past.
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Setting Time-Final setting Time
4. Initially, both the rim and central needle will make the
impression. Turn the mould around and after every
few minutes, take the reading on a different place on the
surface of the paste.
5. When the impression of the rim starts a becoming faint,
take readings at very short time intervals.
6. Record the time when only central needle makes an
impression but the surrounding rim does not make
an impression at all.
7. The time elapsed between the moment when water is added to the cement
and the moment when only central needle makes an impression but the rim
fails to make impression is called the final setting time.
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ďCompressive strength of cement is the most important
parameter and hence this test is one of the most
important tests.
Procedure:
1. Take 555 grams of standard sand and 185 grams of cement and
mix it in dry condition for one minute.
2. Add water of [ P/4+3.5] when ordinary sand is [P/4 +3.0] when
standard sand is used percent of combined weight of cement
and sand. Where P is the standard consistency of cement.
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3. Mix the three ingredients thoroughly till mixture in of uniform
color. The mixing time should be between 3 and 4 minutes. The
mould is fitted on the table of the vibrating machine
immediately. after mixing and compacted at least for two
minutes. This process should be completed within five minutes
after mixing.
4. Immediately fill the mortar thus prepared into cube moulds of
size 7.06 cm is placed on non porous base plate which is oiled
from inside. Compact the mortar by standard means.
5. Keep the mould in 90% humidity and at 27°C ¹ 2°C for 24
hours. Where humidity room is not available, the mould can be
kept under wet gunny bag for 24 hours.
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5. Remove the cubes from moulds
after 24 hours and keep
immersed under clean water till
the moment of testing.
6. Test the cubes under UTM for
compressive strength.
UTM : Universal Testing Machine
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ďSoundness test is Performed with the le-chatelierâs apparatus.
ďSoundness:
It is the ability of a hardened cement paste to retain its volume
after setting without delayed destructive expansion is caused by
excessive amounts of free lime or magnesia.
ďUnsoundness:
If it is subjected to delayed destructive expansion of cement due
to presence of excessive amount of hard-burned free lime or
magnesia.
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ďProcedure:
1. Take 100 gm of cement. This is mixed with 0.78 P times water, where P is
the water required for standard consistency and it is mixed through for
about 3 minutes.
2. The paste is filled in the split cylinder, which is covered on top and bottom
with glass plates and is kept in water at 27° to 32°C for 24 hours with a
small weight on the top glass plate for stability.
3. The distance between the pointers is measured and mould is submerged in
boiling water for 3 hours.
4. The mould is removed, allowed to cool and again the distance between the
pointers is measured again.
5. The difference between these two distances represents the expansion of
cement. This must not exceed 10 mm for OPC, Rapid hardening and low
heat cements. If it exceeds 10 mm, then the cement is said to be unsound.
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ďLe-chatelierâs Apparatus-.
40. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Soundness Test 1
UNIT
Example:
Que : Define normal consistency of cement. If normal consistency of cement is
34 % Find percentage of water required for soundness and compressive strength
test of cement.
Ans: Given- Normal consistency 34 %
1) % of water required for soundness test
= 0.78 times (Normal consistency)
= 0.78 X 34 / 100
= 0.26 %
2) % of water required for compressive strength test
P = {P/ 4} + 3.5
= {34/(4x100)} + 3.5
= 3.58 %
41. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Grades of Cement 1
UNIT
ď Different Grades of cement are specified by IS 1489- 1991.These are mainly
based on compressive strength.
1) 33 Grade cement
2) 43 Grade cement
3) 53 Grade cement
ď33 Grade Cement :
The cement having strength 33 grade N/mm2 after 28 days when tested is called as
33 grade cement.
Uses: Plastering, Brickwork, Tiling work
This grade has high workability and is mainly used for mortar in masonry work and
for plastering.
Properties: A) It has High Workability.
B) It used for Mortor in masonary work and for plastering
42. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Grades of Cement 1
UNIT
ď43 Grade Cement :
The cement having strength 43 grade N/mm2 after 28 days when tested is called as
43 grade cement.
Uses: Framed structure, RMC, PCC And RCC Work pre-cast and Prestressed
concrete, RCC Bridge.
Properties: A)Moderately Sulphate Resisting.
B) Low Chloride Content
C) It has Good Workability.
d) It gives better surface finish.
ď 53 Grade Cement:
The cement having strength 53 grade N/mm2 after 28 days when tested is called as
53 grade cement.
Uses: RCC Structure
Properties: A)Moderately Sulphate Resisting.
B) Low Chloride Content
c) Speedy construction.
43. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Adulteration of Cement 1
UNIT
ď Adulteration means mixing very fine stone dust , fine silt or mixing powdered
fly ash or old cement to increase volume of fresh cement.
ď It causes many problems and very serious consequence of adulterated cement
may result even in loss of human lives.
ďThe adulteration of cement is done in the following ways.
1. Mixing of very fine stone-dust from quarries.
2. Mixing of fine silt.
3. Mixing of fine, powdered fly ash.
4. Mixing of lime powder or surkhi.
5. Mixing of old cement which has entirely lost its strength due to long
period of storage.
44. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Field Test on Cement 1
UNIT
ďField Test:
1. Colour test: Cement should possess uniform grey colour.
2. Physical property test:
ď Should feel smooth when rubbed in between fingers.
ď It should not feel oily when touched.
ď Cement should sink in water and should not float over the surface.
ď Sample should be free from presence of any lumps which are formed due to
absorption of moisture.
3. Strength test:
ď Prepare a block of cement to be tested of size
25 X 25 X 200 Cubic mm.
ď Immerse in water for 7 days.
ď Now remove the mould and subject it to point
load of 340N by placing it over supports 150mm
apart.
ď Sample should show no sign of failure under the application of this load.
45. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Storing of cement on site 1
UNIT
ďStoring of cement:
The cement should be stored in such a way that
It cannot expose to the Atmosphere. So air
tight bags are used to pack the cement.
The absorption of moisture from atmosphere
will also depends up on the quality of cement.
ďPrecautions:
1. Cement should be stored in a special water-tight shed with a dry and damp
proof door, waterproof walls and leak-proof roof.
2. The stacks of cement bags should be placed at a distance of at least 30 cm
from walls.
46. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Storing of cement on site 1
UNIT
ď Precautions:
3. A stack should contain maximum 15 bags.
4. Width of a stack should not exceed 3 m.
5. Bags should be stacked on a raised platform, with sufficient air for
movement between rows of stacks.
6. Bags should be stored in such a way that bags received first should be
used first.
47. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Effect of Storage of cement on
Properties
1
UNIT
ďDue to long storage, cement loses its strength, becomes lumpy and due to its
loss of capacity for hydration, becomes unusable.
ďIt is advisable to use cement within 3 months at the maximum.
ďThe strength at different time periods as follows:
Cement Reduction in strength
Fresh NIL
After 3 months 15%
After 6 months 25%
After 1 year 40%
After 2 year 52%
48. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
ď Types Of Cement:
1. Rapid Hardening Cement
2. Low Heat Cement
3. Pozzolana Portland Cement
4. Sulphate Resisting Cement
5. Blast Furnace Slag Cement
6. White Cement
7. Oil Well Cement
8. Hydrophobic Cement
49. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
1. Rapid Hardening Cement:
⢠Higher Rate Of Development Of Strength.
⢠Must Not Be Confused With Quick Setting Cement.
⢠Strength Of RHC At The Age Of 3days Is Same As That Of OPC At 7
Days.
⢠After 90days, strength of RHC and OPC is almost same.
⢠Produced by fine grinding of clinkers, increasing proportion of C3S and
reducing C2S.
⢠Used in pre fabricated construction work, cold weather concreting where
framework is used for speedy construction.
50. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
1. Rapid Hardening Cement:
ďThe physical requirements of Rapid Hardening
Cement are:
1. Fineness -3250 cm2/gm minimum.
2. Le-chatelier soundness - 10 mm maximum.
3. Initial setting time - 30 minutes minimum.
4. Final setting time - 600 minutes maximum.
5. One day compressive strength - 16 MPA.
6. Three days compressive strength - 27 MPA.
51. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Difference between OPC & RHC 1
UNIT
Sr.
No.
Ordinary Portland Cement
(OPC)
Rapidly Hardening Cement
(RHC)
1. It develops strength It
within 7 days.
It develops strength
Within 3 day.
2. It is suitable for mass
concreting work.
It is not suitable mass
concreting work.
3. Normal % regard for In this
OPC is used.
In this cement % of C3S
increased and C2S is reduced.
4. It is not suitable in cold Weather
Concreting.
It is suitable in cold Weather
Concreting.
5. As early setting is not possible
formwork can not be removed
earlier
Due to early setting formwark can
be remove earlier and thus reduce
cost of formwork.
52. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
2. Low Heat Cement:
⢠Produced by reducing proportion of C3S & C3A and increasing the
proportion of C2S.
⢠This cement shows slow rate of development of strength
⢠Used where mass concreting such as dams , nuclear power plants etc.
ďThe physical properties of Low Heat Cement are
1. Fineness - 3200 cm2/gm.
2. Soundness not more than - 10 mm.
3. Initial setting time - 60 minutes.
4. Final setting time - 600 minutes.
6. Compressive strength -
3 days - 10 MPA
7 days- 16 MPA
28 days- 35 MPA
⢠The new IS code for low heat cement is IS12600-1989.
53. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
3. Pozzolana Portland Cement
⢠Pozzolana is a very old construction
material which was used even in
Roman times.
⢠The pozzolana constituent must be
within 10 to 25 percent. The
mixing of pozzolana component and
OPC should be very thorough.
⢠The fineness through 90 micron sieve should not be more than 5%
residue.
⢠Portland pozzolana cement can be called a type of low heat cement
as it produces less heat of hydration.
54. 3. Pozzolana Portland Cement
ďThe physical properties of Pozzolana Portland Cement are:
1. Fineness -3000 cm2/gm.
2. Soundness -10 mm
3. Initial setting time - 30 minutes.
4. Final setting time -600 minutes.
5. Compressive strength.
3 days - 16 MPA
7 days - 22 MPA
28 days - 33 MPA
⢠The new IS code for PPC is IS 1489-1991-part I.
Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
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55. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
4. Sulphate Resisting Cement:
⢠OPC is highly susceptible to attack of sulphates.
⢠Its manufactured by reducing proportion of C3A and C3AF such that C3A is not
greater than 5% and 2C3A + C4AF should not be greater than 25%.
⢠Used in foundation work , sewage treatment work, marine structures and
construction of pipes in marshy areas.
ďThe physical properties of Sulphate Resisting Cement are:
1. Fineness-2250 cm2/gm.
2. Soundness- 10 mm
3. Initial setting time - 30 minutes
4. Final setting time-600 minutes.
5. Compressive strength.
3 days-16 MPA
7 days-22 MPA
28 days-33 MPA
⢠The latest IS code for SRC is IS 12330-1988.
56. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
5. Blast Furnace Slag Cement:
⢠Slag from a blast furnace is actually a waste product But it can be
profitably used for manufacture of cement..
⢠This cement is similar to OPC and only gains the full strength a bit later.
This cement is quite economical compared to OPC.
⢠This cement is resistant to sulphate attack and other chemical attacks.
⢠Field application: This cement is mainly used in marine Construction.
⢠The physical properties of Blast Furness Slag cement are:
1. Fineness-2250 cm2/gm.
2. Soundness- 10 mm
3. Initial setting time -30 minutes minimum.
4. Final setting time - 600 minutes maximum.
5. Compressive strength.
3 days - 16 MPA
7 days - 22 MPA
28 days - 33 MPA
57. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
6. White cement:
⢠ACC first manufactured white cement in India under the trade name of
"silvercrete" now-a-days, Birla cement has manufactured "Birla whiteâ.
⢠The manufacture of white Portland cement requires suitable raw materials and
special care against contamination during production.
⢠Field application: White cement is used in decorative construction and in high-
class tiling work so that the joints are not visible.
⢠White cement can be used as a base for colored cement,
But it is costly. With grey cement only red or brown
cement can be produced.
58. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
6. White cement:
ď Physical properties of typical white cement are
1. Degree of whiteness: % IS code 70 % min 88 % and above max.
2. Fineness- 2500 cm2/gm.
3. Initial setting time-300 minutes
4. Final setting time - 600 minutes
5.Compressive strength.
3 days 14.4 MPA minimum and 45 MPA maximum
7 days 19.8 MPA to 55 MPA maximum
28 days 29.7 MPA to 67 MPA maximum
59. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
7. Oil Well Cement
⢠It is chiefly used for cementing oil wells. Cement is manufactured by
adjusting the proportion of iron oxide so that all the alumina is converted to
C4AF. By doing so, the proportion the compound C2A formed is very small
and thus the setting time of cement is increased.
⢠Use-oil well cement is used for cementing the oil wells.
This is done by filling the space between the steel lining
tube and well of the well and by grouting the porous
strata to prevent water or gas form gaining access to the
oil bearing strata.
60. Civil Engineering Department
Gurukul Education Societyâs Institute of Engineering & Technology
by : prof: k.s.somase
Types of Cement 1
UNIT
8. Hydrophobic Cement
ď§ This cement produced due liability of OPC deteriorate and from lumps
absorbing moisture atmosphere during the period of its storage.
ď§ It has been found, that if certain water repelling materials are ground with
cement clinker during manufacturing these substances form a water
repellent film round each cement grain and prevent the possibility of water
absorption from atmosphere avoiding its detoriation.
ď§ This film breaks down due to abrasion with the
aggregate when the concrete is mixed and normal
hydration takes place. Then this cement is
called a hydrophobic cement.
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