Alkali Aggregate Reaction

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Michael J

 

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May 16, 2013

 

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The problem is known to exist in at least 35 countries. Affected concrete often exhibits map cracking of the surface, known colloquially as Isle of Man cracking after that island`s three legged emblem. In heavily loaded sections the cracking will probably follow the line of the main reinforcement. An excellent overview of the phenomenon can be found in BRE Digest 330...
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An excellent overview of the phenomenon can be found in BRE Digest 330. Since the early 1980s recommendations have been produced and refined to the stage where ASR is unlikely if these are adopted. Principal methods include. · Controlling the level of available alkalis in the concrete mix. · Using pfa and/or ggbs as a partial cement replacement Full details of these recommendations can be found in Concrete Society report TR No: 30 [Third Edition] often known as the Hawkins report...
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