Bentonite support fluids in civil engineering. 2nd edition

Publication Year

2006

Document Status

Current

Abstract

Intended to provide information that will enable a decision to be made as to whether or not a particular bentonite (clay that will swell and gel when dispersed in water) will produce a satisfactory support fluid, and to give guidance on the preparation, use, re-use and disposal of the bentonite slurry. Covers methods of testing.

Document History

Supersedes the 2000 edition.

Publisher Information