Title:
Aspects of Cement and Energy Economy in Precasting Plants by the Use of Superplasticizers
Author(s):
Traian Ispas and Ion Ionescu
Publication:
Symposium Paper
Volume:
68
Issue:
Appears on pages(s):
319-336
Keywords:
concrete construction; energy; formworkdurability; manufacturing; mechanicalproperties; mix proportioning; plasticizers; portland cements;precast concrete; prefabrication; workability.
DOI:
10.14359/6479
Date:
1/1/1981
Abstract:
The impact of using superplasticizers on total energy consump-tion in the concrete industry is also discussed. Energy savings can result from cement content reduction, heat treatment reduction or elimination, rapid re-use of shutterings, increase of labour productivity, etc.