Title:
Minimizing the Risk for Portland-Limestone Cement Concrete Slabs
Author(s):
James Klinger, Joseph F. Neuber Jr., Jeffrey Ondo, and Bruce A. Suprenant
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
46
Issue:
1
Appears on pages(s):
33-43
Keywords:
bleeding, setting, saw cut, cracking
DOI:
Date:
1/1/2024
Abstract:
Placing and finishing of concrete slabs with portland-limestone cement (Type IL cement) may create issues for some contractors, and bleeding rate is a major factor. The article discusses saw cutting, cold weather protection, post-tensioning, and form removal, as well as best practices and strategies to minimize risks during floor slab finishing and early-age, strength-critical construction with Type IL cement.