Title:
A History of Mid-Range Water-Reducing Admixtures
Author(s):
Charles Nmai, Tony Schlagbaum, and Brad Violetta
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
20
Issue:
4
Appears on pages(s):
45-50
Keywords:
accelerating agents; admixtures; age-strength relation; fly ash; slag; water-reducing agents
DOI:
Date:
4/1/1998
Abstract:
The need for admixtures that function best in the intermediate slump range of 5 to 8 in. (125 to 200 mm) has led to the introduction of a new class of admixtures referred to as mid-range water-reducing admixtures. Different types of these admixtures are described with particular emphasis on the industry’s first water-reducing and accelerating mid-range admixture. This particular formulation, which was developed to address cement shortage problems, permits the use of increased levels of fly ash and ground granulated blast-furnace slag without sacrificing setting and early-age strength development.Cracking found in the pilings was attributed to overdriving. Core samples were taken to study chloride penetration and carbonation. A detailed discussion of an underwater inspection program is provided.