Concrete has always been associated with durability and strength and considered to be a utility construction material. However, ACC Concrete has decided to break the mould and introduce a new brand of concrete, which will not only bolster a structure but also make it more durable. The company has developed Ecocrete that has a sustainable foundation and is also environment friendly. It replaces the use of Portland Cement (OPC) to a larger extent with cement materials without replacing any important properties, and has a higher durability compared to OPC against external weathering loses.
Besides promoting sustainable development, Ecocrete increases resistance to sulphates, reduces chloride-ion penetration, and improves resistance to aggressive environments. It decreases heat of hydration, provides durability and improves workability, pumpability and placeability while pouring concrete. It also reduces shrinkage, bleeding promotes better shutter finish, aesthetics and segregation.
Dominantly useful for marine and coastal structures, dairy, fishing and meat industry structures, it can also be used in industrial buildings and floors, cornice constructions, water and sewage treatments works, embankments, backfills, hydraulic fills, subgrade stabilisation, pavement base, landfill covers, grouting and soil amendments.