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Gradation of Aggregates and its Effects on Properties of Concrete
Aggregates are an important component of concrete. Not only does it give volume to concrete, it also help reduce shrinkage and cost...


The Effect of Aggregate Properties on Concrete
Aggregates form about 75% of concrete by volume. In terms of weight it may form up to 85% of concrete. Therefore attention has to be...


Aggregates: Maximum Size and NOMINAL Maximum Size
What's the difference between Maximum Size of Aggregates and NOMINAL Maximum Size of Aggregates? The difference is only one word:...

Are your aggregates sound?
We may be sound but are our aggregates sound? Soundness of aggregates is defined at the ability of it to resist excessive changes in...
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