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Report BR 421 Low energy cements
Publication Year
2001
Document Status
Current
Abstract
Reviews the field of low energy cements and, in particular, belite-calcium sulfoaluminate cements. Includes a literature review and describes a testing programme carried out at BRE to assess the performance of belite-based cements produced on a commercial scale in China. Results show that concretes made with these cements have good early strength development and excellent sulfate resistance. Their resistance to carbonation, though, may be lower than that of Portland cement concrete. This may be improved through the use of specialist admixtures.
Author
Quillin, K.
ISBN
9781860814945
Publisher Information
BRE
BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.
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