The science magazine Rubin reports that engineers at Germany’s Ruhr-Universität Bochum have developed a shotcrete that can render tunnels, bridges and other structures more resistant against fires and explosions.
Tag: High-Performance Concrete
High-performance Mix Design for Concrete Countertops
When I entered the concrete countertop industry after 25 years in the architectural precast industry, I had a hard time understanding some of the practices in use. There seemed to be a lot of misinformation surrounding the how and why of mix designs when it came to concrete countertops. Some […]
Mix Design and Performance for Polished Concrete
An in-depth study on mix design for polished concrete.
Ductal: An Ultra-high Strength Concrete Looking for Problems
This high-performance concrete from Lafarge offers incredible flexural strength and endless possibilities for creativity.
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