How to Determine the Quality of Cement ? | Concrete Technology
The manufacture of cement requires strict control on its quality. Therefore the following tests and specifications have been laid as per I.S.I. 269-1967 and 1976: 1. Chemical composition 2. Fineness 3. Soundness 4. Consistency test 5. Setting time 6. Compressive strength 7. Tensile strength 8. Heat of Hydration. 1. Chemical Composition: The ordinary and rapid hardening Portland cements can be [...]