Essays about: "ready-mix concrete"

Found 2 essays containing the words ready-mix concrete.

  1. 1. How much better does a concrete building have to perform energy-wise to have the same CO2-impact as a timber building? : A Life Cycle Assessment study

    University essay from KTH/Hållbara byggnader

    Author : Pinar Dagistan; [2021]
    Keywords : ;

    Abstract : This thesis aims to calculate the life cycle emission of a timber building and compare it to a concrete alternative. Furthermore, to investigate whether there is a chance that the total impact of the concrete model can be off-set completely by certain design strategies. READ MORE

  3. 2. Fiber distribution in ready-mix concrete

    University essay from KTH/Betongbyggnad

    Author : ALEXANDROS OUSTAMPASIDIS; [2020]
    Keywords : fiber reinforced concrete; ready-mix concrete; fiber distribution;

    Abstract : While manufacturing fiber reinforced concrete, it is of utmost importance that quality and homogeneous fiber distribution are ensured. To verify that the fibers are evenly distributed in ready-mixed concrete, SS-EN 206 has introduced requirements for continuous control of fiber distribution. READ MORE