548.1R-97
Guide for the Use of Polymers in Concrete
1997, 29 pp.
$59.50

This guide presents information on how to use polymers in concrete to improve some characteristics of the hardened concrete. Recommendations are included for polymer impregnated concrete (PIC), polymer concrete, (PC), polymer modified concrete (PMC), and safety considerations for the use of polymers in concrete. Information is provided on types of materials and their storage, handling, and use, as well as concrete formulations, equipment to be used, construction procedures, and applications. Glossaries of terms and abbreviations are appended.

Contents:
CONTENTS:

Chapter 1 - Introduction

1.1 -- Purpose of the Guide

1.2 -- Background

Chapter 2 - Polymer impregnated concrete

2.1 -- Introduction

2.2 -- Concrete requirement for impregnation

2.3 -- Monomer systems

2.4 -- Additives and modifiers

2.5 -- Polymerization techniques

2.6 -- Partially impregnated concrete

2.7 -- Fully impregnated concrete

2.8 -- Encapsulation techniques to reduce monomer losses

2.9 -- Plant design and safety

Chapter 3 - Polymer concrete

3.1 -- Introduction

3.2 -- Polymer concrete patching materials

3.3 -- Polymer concrete overlays

3.4 -- Precast polymer concrete

Chapter 4 - Polymer portland cement concrete

4.1 -- Introduction

4.2 -- Common PPCC polymers

4.3 -- PPCC applications

4.4 -- Mix proportions

4.5 -- Construction procedures

4.6 -- Quality control

Chapter 5 - Safety aspects concerning the use of polymers in concrete

5.1 -- Introduction

5.2 -- Chemicals

5.3 -- Construction practices

5.4 -- Other hazards

5.5 -- Summary

Chapter 6 - References

6.1 -- Recommended references

6.2 -- Cited references

Appendix -- Glossary of terms for use with polymers in concrete