ELEVATED TEMPERATURE EFFECTS ON HSC RESIDUAL STRENGTH

Concrete is generally thought of as being an excellent fireproofing material. With the evolution of high-strength concretes (HSC), questions have arisen as to whether these types of concrete, with significantly reduced porosity, can still be effective as a fireproofing material. Because of concerns about the use of HSC in facilities for the production of oil and gas where hydrocarbon fires are not uncommon, a joint industry/government multiphase research program was initiated to examine the effects of hydrocarbon fires on HSC. This article examines the residual strength determinations for 3 different types of HSC used in oil and gas facilities: normal density concrete, lightweight concrete, and an intermediate density concrete called modified normal density concrete. Materials used, preparation and casting of test specimens, testing and results, and conclusions are discussed.

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• Corporate Authors:

  American Concrete Institute (ACI)

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  Farmington Hills, MI  United States  48331
• Authors:
  • Hoff, G C
  • Bilodeau, A
  • Malhotra, V M
• Publication Date: 2000-4

Language

• English

Media Info

• Features: Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: p. 41-47
• Serial:
  • Concrete International
  • Volume: 22
  • Issue Number: 4
  • Publisher: American Concrete Institute (ACI)
  • ISSN: 0162-4075

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Concrete; Concrete construction; Fire resistant materials; High strength concrete; Petroleum refineries; Porosity; Residual strength; Temperature endurance tests; Transportation safety; Types of concrete
• Subject Areas: Highways; Materials; Safety and Human Factors; I32: Concrete;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00792612
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: May 17 2000 12:00AM