630· Concrete additives are materials added to the concrete mix to achieve specific objectives. Construction professionals can overcome challenges by carefully selecting and incorporating suitable additives. Also, maximize the …
2024313· Cement Additives and Concrete Admixtures. Although often used interchangeably, the term cement additives refers specifically to products added during the …
Additionally, to get building materials with the necessary qualities, additives are added to concrete. The majority of components are made in both liquid and dry forms and are based on …
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development and distribution of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational …
21· Rheology requirements for 3DCP differ from traditional concrete [24], [63].In traditional concrete, high workability, slump retention, passing ability, and retarding properties …
2020110· This paper addresses the performance of crystalline forming additive materials in terms of morphology characterization and water Sorptivity. Three different water-cement …
Concrete admixtures are natural or manufactured chemicals or additives added during concrete mixing to enhance specific properties of the fresh or hardened, such as workability, durability, …
202466· The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development and distribution of consensus-based standards, technical …
🕑 Reading time: 1 minute Various types of admixtures are used in concrete to enhance the performance of concrete. Concrete admixture is defined as the material other than the aggregate, water and cement added to the concrete.
202511· Although 3DCP has experienced remarkable development over time, it remains a challenge for existing cementitious mixtures to meet all the stringent requirements for printing …
202525· The mechanical properties of cement concrete or mortar are essential for understanding and assessing the performance of these materials in various construction …
Concrete additives are integral materials used to change your concretes strength and workability. Plasticizers will drastically reduce the amount of water needed, making the concrete much stronger. Similarly, concrete fibers will increase …
202444· Concrete additives (or admixtures) are pivotal in modern construction as they improve concrete structures’ performance, durability, and strength. Known as admixtures, these additional ingredients are carefully …
The performance characterization of concrete containing crystalline additive materials (CA) was investigated using SEM/EDX, Fig. 16. Relative reduction percent in (Si) due to using CA …
2025124· Cement additives, also referred to as admixtures, play a crucial role in enhancing the properties of concrete. These additives are specially formulated materials that …
Concrete additives are a great way to increase the quality and workability of your mixes. Two concrete addtives that are often used are corrosion inhibitors and waterproofers. With …
2019726· A CEM I 42.5R according to EN 197-1 was used. Two crushed siliceous gravels (12/20 mm and 4/12 mm) and one siliceous sand (0/4 mm) were used as aggregates. In one …
Concrete admixtures are essential components in modern construction, introduced during the mixing phase to enhance the properties and performance of concrete. Serving diverse …
2024222· The OPC-based concrete remains popular among material selection for Additive Manufacturing (AM). However, recently there is an increasing interest in studying the …
202431· This paper presents a state-of-the-art review on the application of additive manufacturing (AM) in self-healing cementitious materials. AM has been utilized in self-healing …
2020110· Although all crystalline additive materials have the same composition with different ratios, CH content was varied according to type of CA materials. it was observed from …
2025326· Additive Manufacturing (AM) with concrete, also known as 3-D Concrete Printing (3DCP) and more recently Additive Construction (AC) with concrete, is an emerging and …
Types of additives for concrete. Concrete additives come in two varieties: liquid and powder. They primarily impact the workability and early hardening stages of fresh mortar. Concrete additives …
121· A comprehensive review of the use of seawater and sea sand in concrete, including the role of additives in addressing challenges associated with these materials. Cwirzen, A., & Penttala, V. (2009).
Typically, the raw materials involved in cement manufacture include alumina, lime, iron oxide, and silica. After mixing, the materials are heated to about 1500℃ to allow the cement to achieve its …
Enhance the properties of concrete by incorporating supplementary materials that react with the cementitious components to improve strength and durability. Composition: Utilise pozzolanic …
202411· Additive manufacturing of concrete, also known as 3D printing of concrete, is a rapidly emerging construction technology that eliminates the need for conventional formwork …
911· Additives are added to cement during manufacture to improve its quality. Typically, the raw materials used in cement manufacture include alumina, lime, iron oxide, and …
Concrete admixtures are essential components used to enhance the properties of concrete mixes. This guide provides valuable insights into various types of concrete admixtures, their characteristics, European standards and …
Concrete admixtures (additives) enhances the properties of concrete for applications in construction with special requirements. Concrete additives are used to achieve desired workability in case of low water cement ratio, and to …