What is it about?
The strength of blocks can be improved when cement used in the production of the blocks is partly replaced with coconut shell ash (CSA). This has been demonstrated in this research and the ratio of cement to CSA to achieve this is 90:10. The strength achieved was also found to be dependent on the dimensions of the mould used.
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Why is it important?
The significance of this research is the economic advantage due to the use of a waste material (CSA) to partly replace cement in block manufacture. Also, this research has shown that a higher compressive strength can be achieved by altering the configuration of the block. This can be utilised by block manufacturing industries to maximise profit whilst improving quality.
Perspectives
I believe this research is an immense contribution to block manufacturing industries. It can assist block industries to achieve economy whilst improving quality, for client satisfaction.
Mr Donald Chimobi Nwonu
University of Nigeria, Nsukka
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This page is a summary of: Partial Replacement of Cement with Coconut Shell Ash in Sandcrete Block, Research Journal of Applied Sciences Engineering and Technology, June 2018, Maxwell Scientific Publication Corp.,
DOI: 10.19026/rjaset.15.5859.
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