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CONCRETEFiX 3:8
NANO MATERIALS: TINY CONSTITUENTS BOOST CONCRETE PERFORMANCE
by Dr Jon Belkowitz and Brent Rollins
Learn more about how nanotechnology can improve fresh and hardened concrete properties in conventional, self-consolidating, and high-performance concrete mixes. The presentation covers some common challenges when using nanotechnology in concrete, while concentrating on actual field performance of nano-engineered concrete and provide some information about real-world projects completed with nano materials.
SEASON 3
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S3: E1 - MIXING WATER FOR CONCRETE
Thursday, 20 January 2022
The presentation is based on Chapter 5 in Fulton’s Concrete Technology, 10th Edition, and address:
- Common substances in mixing water that could influence concrete
- Use of natural waters occurring in SA
- Water samples for testing in accordance with SANS 51008
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD Records
S3: E2 – CONTROL OF CONCRETE QUALITY AND QUALITY SYSTEMS
Thursday, 17 February 2022
Presented by Mike McDonald (AfriSam)
The presentation is based on Chapter 23 in Fulton’s Concrete Technology, 10th Edition, to address:
- Codes & Specifications
- Practical Quality Control
- Non-conformity and Adjustment of Mixes
- Quality Systems
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD Records
S3: E3 - Autoclaved Aerated Concrete (AAC): Properties, Uses and Ecology
Thursday, 24 February 2022
Presented by Karl-Guenter Lange, an AAC Specialist based in Lueneburg, Germany
Karl-Guenter talks about the following:
- General Remarks
- Autoclaved Aerated Concrete – raw materials, production and properties
- AAC Building System
- Using AAC-products on Site
- Ecological Aspects of AAC Products and
- Benefits of AAC-products
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD Records
S3: E4 - Improving Concrete Durability with Colloidal Silica
Thursday, 17 March 2022
Presented by Brent Rollins, Vice President of Business Development: Spray-Lock Concrete Protection, Chattanooga, TN
Brent talks about the following:
Research, coupled with widespread use of colloidal silica during the last decade, have found that it has the potential to increase strength and durability of concrete. One of the key benefits of using colloidal silica is the available surface area of the reactive silica.
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD Records
S3: E5 - AGGREGATES FOR CONCRETE
Thursday, 21 April 2022
by Emeritus Prof Mark Alexander
The presentation is based on Chapter 4 in Fulton’s Concrete Technology, 10th Edition, and covers a basic understanding of the important properties of aggregates, including the assessment of aggregates derived from non-conventional sources such as industrial sources and construction excavation and demolition materials.
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD Records
S3: E6 - CRACKING IN CONCRETE
Thursday, 19 May 2022
by Dr Roderick Rankine
Cracking in concrete needs to be minimised as far as possible, or at least controlled to within acceptable limits to minimise costly repairs and to enhance durability. The correct classification of cracks will determine the remedial measures to be taken which can often be very challenging.
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD Records
S3: E7 - PLASTERED FAÇADES
Thursday, 21 July 2022
by Dr Roderick Rankine
CCSA’s technical staff often to deal with enquires about problems encountered in plastered surfaces. Complementing the section in Fulton’s Concrete Technology 10th ed, 2021 which deals with plastering, as well as CCSA’s free leaflets on the subject, Rod will share his expertise as to why plastered surfaces often manifest distress symptoms and what can be done to address these problems.
Attendees can claim their CPD points here: CPD records
S3: E8 - NANO MATERIALS: TINY CONSTITUENTS BOOST CONCRETE PERFORMANCE
Thursday, 18 August 2022
by Dr Jon Belkowitz and Brent Rollins
Learn more about how nanotechnology can improve fresh and hardened concrete properties in conventional, self-consolidating, and high-performance concrete mixes. The presentation covers some common challenges when using nanotechnology in concrete, while concentrating on actual field performance of nano-engineered concrete and provide some information about real-world projects completed with nano materials.