ABSTRACT

This book provides a thorough review of the properties and use of the principal chemical admixtures for use in concrete. Concise and clearly presented, the book includes extensive references to key sources of information. The presentation of each admixture is in a standard format, which helps the reader to find relevant information easily.

part One|59 pages

Admixtures for Concrete in Most Frequent Use

chapter 2|17 pages

Air entraining admixtures

chapter 3|14 pages

Hardening accelerators

part Two|42 pages

Other Admixtures

chapter 7|7 pages

Corrosion inhibitors

chapter 8|9 pages

Gas forming admixtures

chapter 9|4 pages

Pumping aids

chapter 10|9 pages

Shotcrete admixtures