Performance-Concept, K-Value Approach - Which Concept Offers Which Advantages?

Title: Performance-Concept, K-Value Approach - Which Concept Offers Which Advantages?
Author(s): A. Vollpracht, W. Brameshuber
Paper category : conference
Book title: International RILEM Conference on Material Science
Editor(s): W. Brameshuber
Print-ISBN: 978-2-35158-110-0
e-ISBN: 978-2-35158-111-7
Publisher: RILEM Publications SARL
Publication year: 2010
Pages: 403 - 411
Total Pages: 9
Nb references: 11
Language: English

Abstract: The different concepts for the application of additives to concrete type II are briefly summarized in this paper and the advantages and disadvantages are pointed out. The concepts are the k-value approach, the concept of equivalent cement performance and the performance concepts described in EN 206-1. Additionally the concept used for technical approvals in Germany is discussed. Finally some hints for the advancement of performance concepts are given.

Online publication: 2010-12-02
Publication type : full_text
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