The use of thermal power plant ash as an additive in cement production
Session
Civil Engineering, Infrastructure and Environment
Description
The use of power plant ash as an additive in cement production is a common practice in the Construction Industry. Ash, as a product of burning coal in power plants to produce electricity, can be used as an additive in cement production.
Fly ash has several beneficial properties for cement production. One of these characteristics is the high content of Calcium Oxide (CaO) and Silicon Dioxide (SiO2), which are important components of cement.
Power plant ash can be used in various ways in the production of cement. A common use is to replace part of power plant ash additives.
Ash can improve the quality of cement, affecting its reinforcement and other physical characteristics. This can lead to the production of more durable and better-quality materials for building structures.
The use of fly ash can reduce the cost of cement production, as it helps reduce the amount of higher-cost additives. This can be advantageous for the construction industry and cement consumers.
It is important to note that the use of fly ash in cement production must be done carefully and follow cement quality standards and guidelines. It is also necessary to monitor the effect of the use of power plant ash on the quality and performance of cement in construction projects.
Keywords:
Ash, Cement, Coal, Construction material, Thermal power plant
Proceedings Editor
Edmond Hajrizi
ISBN
978-9951-550-95-6
Location
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
Start Date
28-10-2023 8:00 AM
End Date
29-10-2023 6:00 PM
DOI
10.33107/ubt-ic.2023.362
Recommended Citation
Kolendo, Girts and Aliu, Bujar, "The use of thermal power plant ash as an additive in cement production" (2023). UBT International Conference. 26.
https://knowledgecenter.ubt-uni.net/conference/IC/civil/26
The use of thermal power plant ash as an additive in cement production
UBT Lipjan, Kosovo
The use of power plant ash as an additive in cement production is a common practice in the Construction Industry. Ash, as a product of burning coal in power plants to produce electricity, can be used as an additive in cement production.
Fly ash has several beneficial properties for cement production. One of these characteristics is the high content of Calcium Oxide (CaO) and Silicon Dioxide (SiO2), which are important components of cement.
Power plant ash can be used in various ways in the production of cement. A common use is to replace part of power plant ash additives.
Ash can improve the quality of cement, affecting its reinforcement and other physical characteristics. This can lead to the production of more durable and better-quality materials for building structures.
The use of fly ash can reduce the cost of cement production, as it helps reduce the amount of higher-cost additives. This can be advantageous for the construction industry and cement consumers.
It is important to note that the use of fly ash in cement production must be done carefully and follow cement quality standards and guidelines. It is also necessary to monitor the effect of the use of power plant ash on the quality and performance of cement in construction projects.