Hi,
In BS 8500-1-2016, Annex C, we can find target cement content for each prescribed ratio mix. For example if its 1:1:2 ratio, target cement content is 480 kg/m3 as per BS 8500-1. I have attached Annex C for reference. Can someone explain how they have derived 480 kg/m3 for mix ratio 1:1:2 ? I...
Thank you Dik for your reply.
1. what do you mean by "load carrying capacity is not normally a criteria for friction piles"
2. Already we are using Portland Pozzolana Cement so i guess no need of any fly ash to be added. But in American and British code for pile foundation, they have provided...
Hi friends,
The recommended grade of concrete for our pile is M30 grade. We are using 400Kg/cum of cement but we are not achieving 30 N/mm2 on 28 days due to PPC cement. After 42 days some cubes have crossed 30N/mm2 whereas other cubes didn't. The piles load carrying capacity are calculated...
