Title:
Polymer Concrete: A Historic Artifact?
Author(s):
R. C. Prusinski and C. Bodea
Publication:
Symposium Paper
Volume:
214
Issue:
Appears on pages(s):
101-110
Keywords:
architectural precast panels; curtain walls; polymer concrete
DOI:
10.14359/12764
Date:
6/17/2003
Abstract:
The earliest use of polymers in concrete may date back to ancient Egypt. Modern day use of polymer concrete for architectural precast products began in 1957 with precast polymer concrete curtain wall panels. Applications may be found nearly worldwide.