Description
This guide presents information on how to use polymers in concrete to improve some characteristics of the hardened concrete. Recommendations are included for polymer-impregnated concrete, polymer concrete,polymer-cement concrete, and safety considerations for the use of polymers in concrete. Information is provided on types of materials and their storage, handling, and use, as well as concrete formulations, equipment to be used, construction procedures, and applications. Glossaries of terms and abbreviations are also included.
Keywords: bridge deck; durability; latex; monomer; polymer; polymerconcrete; polymerization; repair.
Table of Contents
Chapter 1—Introduction and scope
1.1—Introduction
1.2—Scope
Chapter 2—Definitions, abbreviations,and acronyms
2.1—Definitions
2.2—Abbreviations and acronyms
Chapter 3—Polymer-impregnated concrete
3.1—Introduction
3.2—Concrete requirements for impregnation
3.3—Monomer systems
3.4—Additives and modifiers
3.5—Polymerization techniques
3.6—Partially impregnated concrete
3.7—Fully impregnated concrete
3.8—Encapsulation techniques to reduce monomer losses
Chapter 4—Polymer concrete
4.1—Introduction
4.2—Polymer concrete repair materials
4.3—Polymer concrete overlays
4.4—Precast polymer concrete
Chapter 5—Polymer portland-cement concrete (PPCC)
5.1—Introduction
5.2—Polymer-cement concrete polymers
5.3—Polymer-cement concrete applications
5.4—Mixture proportioning
5.5—Construction procedures
5.6—Quality control
Chapter 6—Safety aspects concerning use of polymers in concrete
6.1—Introduction
6.2—Chemicals
6.3—Construction practices
6.4—Other hazards
6.5—Summary
Chapter 7—References
7.1—Referenced standards and reports
7.2—Cited references