Title:
Ready-Mixed Concrete Incorporating Condensed Silica Fume
Author(s):
J.I. Skrastins and N.G. Zoldners
Publication:
Symposium Paper
Volume:
79
Issue:
Appears on pages(s):
813-830
Keywords:
admixtures; compressive strength; conveying; costs;
mix proportioning; ready-mixed concrete; silica.
DOI:
10.14359/6727
Date:
5/1/1983
Abstract:
This paper describes the use of condensed silica fume in the ready-mixed concrete plant at St. Eustache, P.Q., Canada. The effect of this admixture on the properties of fresh and har-dened concrete is discussed. Efficiency factors for the silica fume-modified concrete are given for different strength levels. Transportation of the fume and special installations at the ready-mixed concrete plant for the handling of condensed silica fume are described.