Exploiting recycled plastic waste as an alternative binder for …

This study sought to explore the potential of using plastic waste as a binding material for paving blocks production. Concrete paving blocks (cement: quarry dust: sand = 1:1:2) by weight or volume were produced to serve as Control having tested the compressive strength and water absorption properties.

Eco-friendly concrete containing recycled plastic as partial

A feasibility study should be completed on the use of plastics as replacement for sand in concrete production. Such a study should include a comparison of the costs of sand and crushing plastic, with the provision of large areas of land as a result of plastic waste disposal. ... The possibility of making a composite material from waste plastic ...

A sustainable utilization of waste foundry sand in soil …

Foundry sand is a waste material which is granular or subgranular having lesser unit weight and the voids in case of foundry sand are usually more than that of conventional sand. ... Masuero AB (2023) Analysis of the technical feasibility of sustainable concrete production using waste foundry sand as a fine aggregate. ACS Omega …

Systematic review on the use of waste foundry sand as a …

Waste foundry sand (WFS) is a by-product of the metal casting process, which constitutes a sustainable solution as a replacement for natural sand (NS) in the production of concrete. This article provides an overview of two types of WFS, along with their physical and chemical properties.

Concrete made with waste marble powder and

The present study examines the feasibility of using marble powder in a better way with the use of supplementary cementitious materials. Sand was partially replaced with marble powder up to 15% and cement was partially replaced with the supplementary cementitious material in nine variant concrete mixtures.

Partial Replacement of Sand with Sawdust in Concrete Production

Production of green concrete had become a major research area, due to the environmental hazards caused by synthetic materials. The aim of this study was to investigate the feasibility of utilizing ...

Investigating the Utilisation of Waste Sand from Sand …

This study investigated introducing waste sand from sand casting processes to replace natural sand in concrete. In many sectors, recycling waste …

Developing and optimizing concrete using industrial waste materials

The large quantity of cement and sand required in the production of concrete has led to the investigation of alternate materials. This research investigates concrete prepared using alccofine and quarry dust. Tests were conducted to assess their workability, density stability, water absorption, the initial rate of absorption, …

Waste Foundry Sand in Concrete Production Instead of …

Materials 2022, 15, 2365 3 of 20 spent foundry sand (SFS) [23]. UFS's small particulates are enough too. The type of material to be poured defines the physical and chemical properties of the ...

Utilization of sawdust composites in construction—a review

This study presents the use of sawdust ash as a substitute in the production of sustainable building materials. Inappropriate dispose of wood-waste causes serious environmental problems as it results in atmospheric degradation, emissions of greenhouse gases and the destruction of aquatic and organic products. This review article combines …

Use of waste ceramics to produce sustainable concrete: A …

An additional advantage of inorganic WC used in concrete is that no other special processing is required when used as an aggregate. WC is a non-bio-degradable material, this waste affects human health and creates environmental nuisance, we can prevent this by using it concrete production (Awoyera et al., 2016).

Sustainable replacement materials for concrete production …

Ecological resources are constantly consumed to produce concrete, resulting in environmental damage. This is also one of the issues for environmental sustainability. This study discovers a replacement material of river sand and stone aggregates produced from sustainable utilization of renewables to save the environment. Manufactured sand …

Replacement of Sand with Bauxite Mining Waste in Concrete Production

2018. Bakelite waste from industrial manufacturing may be a hazard to the environment and public health. The utilization of waste Bakelite (WB) to replace natural aggregates (NA), such as natural coarse aggregate (NCA) and natural fine aggregate (NFA), in concrete and mortar is an approach for reducing both waste plastic and natural material.

Production of pavement blocks by using foundry sand and plastic waste

PDF | On Jun 15, 2023, Gaurav Parit and others published Production of pavement blocks by using foundry sand and plastic waste | Find, read and cite all the research you need on ResearchGate

Design, modelling and optimisation of ultra high …

The adoption of ultra-high-performance fibre-reinforced concrete (UHPFRC) in modern-day construction has gradually increased because of its high compressive and flexural strength at the early production ages. The UHPFRC's high initial cost discourages its production and widespread use. This cost can be reduced by incorporating waste …

Properties of concrete containing shredded waste paper as …

Reinforced concrete is widely used in the construction industry due to its advantages, such as being strong, robust, economical and durable. Nowadays, the carbon dioxide (CO 2) gas emission is attributed to waste paper (WP) usage, which is a massive issue for all nations.Consequently, people's craving for eco-living is increasing.

(PDF) Waste Foundry Sand in Concrete Production …

Abstract. The by-product of the foundry industry is waste foundry sand (WFS). The use of WFS in building materials will safeguard the ecosystem and environmental assets while also durable ...

(PDF) Waste Foundry Sand in Concrete Production Instead …

The by-product of the foundry industry is waste foundry sand (WFS). The use of WFS in building materials will safeguard the ecosystem and environmental assets while also durable construction.

Waste Foundry Sand in Concrete Production Instead of Natural River Sand

According to the study, foundry waste sand does not have an obvious effect on water absorption except for concrete with 20% ferrous waste sand that absorbs 1.13% compared to the control mix that absorbs 1.91%. According to a study, concrete with partially replaced WFS has about the same water absorption as control concrete . …

Effectiveness of wood waste sawdust to produce medium

Many developed countries like Canada, UK, Hong Kong, Brazil permit the use of industrial waste and recycled concrete to produce low-strength non-structural concrete. According to ACI 229R [38], low-strength concrete materials can have a strength as low as 10 MPa. As such, sawdust concrete is suitable as an alternative material for various ...

Evaluating the Impact of Marble Waste and Fly Ash as Sand …

This research underscores the potential benefits of incorporating waste marble powder and fly ash in concrete production, highlighting their role in enhancing material properties while promoting sustainable practices in construction. ... "Mechanical properties of structural concrete incorporating a high volume of Class F fly ash as partial fine ...

Complete re-utilization of waste concretes–Valorisation …

Concrete is a preferred construction material to meet this demand, but its production is leading to overexploitation of natural gravel and sand, causing an …

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Utilization of desert sand in the production of sustainable …

With the rapid development of urbanization, the requirement for infrastructure has increased exponentially. At present, cement-based materials (CBMs) are used as the main raw materials for infrastructure construction due to their low cost, wide source of raw materials and superior performance [1], [2].Around 11.5 billion tons of concrete …

Complete re-utilization of waste concretes–Valorisation …

Concrete is a preferred construction material to meet this demand, but its production is leading to overexploitation of natural gravel and sand, causing an environmental crisis in regions where these materials are extracted unsustainably.

Feasibility of sustainable construction materials for concrete paving

Waste foundry sand is one such encouraging material which should be studied extensively in concrete production as a replacement of fine aggregates. [12] . Based on the binder system used, foundry sand is classified into two categories as mentioned in Table 2 .

Recycled Sand and Aggregates for Structural …

Concrete is the most produced man-made material [], and its demand is expected to grow further [] with the ongoing industrial and social developments.Because of the high volume produced, concrete …

A comprehensive review on waste paper concrete

Aggregate, sand, water and cement are the mixtures for concrete. Waste paper concrete (WPC) incorporates waste paper (WP) in a concrete mixture. Each year, WP production increases gradually. As a result, additional places are required for landfills, which consume energy, deplete natural resources and increase environmental pollution.

Oyster shell waste as a concrete ingredient: A review

Thus, the use of alternative material derived from the waste either from industrial trade, agricultural sector or aquaculture industry as partial sand replacement in concrete production would be able to reduce high dependency on river sand supply.

Environmental impacts and decarbonization strategies in the …

Instead, excavation materials can be washed to extract sand and gravel for concrete production 46 and mineral soils in excavation materials can be used in clay …