Data Sheets 16 Use of ground granulated blastfurnace slag and fly ash in mortar. Issue 3
Publication Year
2012
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Gives information for the use of ground granulated blastfurnace slag (ggbs) - a latent hydraulic material with inherent cementitious properties which need to be activated, usually by combining with Portland cement. Also gives information for fly ash - a pozzolana - not usually cementitious unless combined with high alkaline material. Covers production, reaction mechanism, use, specification and efflorescence.
Document History
Replaces Data Sheet 16 Use of ground granulated blastfurnace slag and fly ash in mortar. Issue 3 (MIA, 2012). Issue 1, 2003. Issue 2, Jan 2008. Issue 3, May 2012.
Publisher Information
MPA Mortar
MPA Mortar, was previously known as the Mortar Industry Association (MIA) until 2020. It is a component part of the Mineral Products Association (MPA), the trade association for the aggregates, asphalt, cement, concrete, dimension stone, lime, mortar and silica sand industries. MPA Mortar members provide products manufactured to internationally and long-established production technology, ensuring consistently high quality standards.
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