ABSTRACT
Polymer mortar is especially suited to applications requiring quick set time, high strength, and lack of delamination. Since environmental regulations have become stricter regarding the disposal of the large amount of waste plastic produced, these waste materials have begun to be incorporated in polymer mortar. In this study, tests were performed on a new variety of polymer mortar which combines recycled polyester and polyurethane with traditional aggregates. The resins studied included RPE (recycled polyethylene), HRPE (a hybrid of RPE), and RPU (recycled polyurethane). Tests included compressive, tensile, and bond strengths versus the ratio of RPU to RPE in the mortar. The results are presented.
