Abstract
The growing problem of waste tyre disposal in the UK can be alleviated if new recycling routes can be found for the anticipated surplus of tyres. One of the largest potential routes is in construction, but usage of waste tyres in civil engineering is currently very low. This study investigates the potential of incorporating recycled rubber tyres into Cement CEM 1 concrete and concrete blocks. It was found that rubberised concrete exhibited very low workability and a marked reduction in strength which inhibits its use for general structural
applications. However, the potential was found for producing low strength products such as rubberised concrete block with beneficial properties. The production method replicated that used in industry was produced successfully.
As part of the effort in developing new construction materials, it is essential to establish its economic viability as well as its technical viability.
applications. However, the potential was found for producing low strength products such as rubberised concrete block with beneficial properties. The production method replicated that used in industry was produced successfully.
As part of the effort in developing new construction materials, it is essential to establish its economic viability as well as its technical viability.
| Original language | English |
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| Title of host publication | Excellence in concrete construction through innovation |
| Subtitle of host publication | proceedings of the International Conference on Concrete Construction, Kingston University, London, UK., 9-10 September 2008 |
| Editors | Mukesh C. Limbachiya, Hsein Y. Kew |
| Place of Publication | London |
| Pages | 523-531 |
| Number of pages | 9 |
| Publication status | Published - 2009 |
| Event | International Conference on Concrete Construction - London, United Kingdom Duration: 9 Sep 2008 → 10 Sep 2008 |
Conference
| Conference | International Conference on Concrete Construction |
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| Country | United Kingdom |
| City | London |
| Period | 9/09/08 → 10/09/08 |
Keywords
- concrete construction
- recycling routes
- rubber tyres
Cite this
KEW, H. Y., & Kenny, M. (2009). Developing viable products using recycled rubber tyres in concrete. In M. C. Limbachiya, & H. Y. Kew (Eds.), Excellence in concrete construction through innovation: proceedings of the International Conference on Concrete Construction, Kingston University, London, UK., 9-10 September 2008 (pp. 523-531).