What is Silica Fume and Its Uses in Concrete?
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS What is Silica Fume? Silica fume is a by-product of the production of silicon and ferrosilicon alloys in electric arc furnaces. It consists of extremely fine, amorphous (non-crystalline) silicon dioxide (SiO₂) particles, typically less than 1 micron in diameter. This ultra-fine material is collected as a by-product and is […]
What is Portland Pozzolana Cement?
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS What is Portland Pozzolana Cement? Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC) is a type of blended cement that is created by combining Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) with pozzolanic materials. Pozzolanas are natural or artificial materials containing silica in reactive form. Common pozzolanas used in PPC include fly ash, volcanic ash, calcined […]
What is Portland Cement, Its Production, Uses, and Types
TABLE OF CONTENTS TABLE OF CONTENTS What is Portland Cement? Portland cement is a key ingredient in concrete and mortar, widely used in construction. It’s a fine powder made from limestone, clay, and shale that hardens when mixed with water. Named after the Isle of Portland due to its resemblance to the local stone, this […]
