evoBuild low carbon concrete 60 - Low Carbon Concrete
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A low carbon concrete mix offering a 60% CO2 reduction compared to the reference value, suitable for various construction applications.
Application
Used in all construction projects requiring concrete both internally and externally, including reinforced and unreinforced applications.
Suitable for use in:
- Healthcare.
- Utilities sector.
- Sea defenses.
- Residential.
- Bridge and Tunnels.
- Nuclear.
- Any project with lower carbon goals.
Description
Low carbon concrete designed to target carbon reduction on all construction projects.
Features and benefits:
- Reduces the carbon emissions associated with concrete by 60%.
- Global Cement and Concrete Association (GCCA) Global Mix Ratings provided.
- High quality, reliable product.
- Easy to use and place.
- Unchanged construction process.
- Complies with BS 8500 and BS EN 206-1.
- Creates concrete with a lighter, more aesthetically pleasing colour.
- Wherever possible, recycled water is used to produce evoBuild, adding to its sustainability credentials.
- 100% recyclable at end of life, contributing to the circular economy.
General information
Color | Grey Other |
Material | Concrete Aggregate Cement Cementitious |
Shape | Formless |
Uniclass | |
CAWS | E10/132 Designed concrete |
Specification data - Proprietary concretes
Classification data | |
Ready mixed concrete producer | |
Third party accreditation | Currently certified by a body accredited by UKAS (PAS 2080). |
Third party accreditation | Proof that the concrete conforms to BS 8500. |
Standards | To BS EN 206 and BS 8500. |
Compressive strength | |
Compressive strength class | Guidance for specification option: From C16/20 to C50/60 or stronger. Consult manufacturer if a different grade is required and insert requirements. |
Design chemical class | Manufacturer guidanceSpecify if required; insert requirements or omit. |
Exposure class | Manufacturer guidanceSpecify if required; insert requirements or omit. |
Consistence class | Manufacturer guidanceAs required by contractor. Insert requirements. |
Aggregates | |
Nominal size (maximum) | 10 mm. 20 mm. |
Colour | Manufacturer guidanceSpecify if required; insert requirements or omit. |
Texture | Manufacturer guidanceSpecify if required; insert requirements or omit. |
Recycled aggregates | |
Use of recycled aggregates | Permitted. Compliant with BS 8500 requirements. |
Additional mix component requirements | Manufacturer guidanceBespoke mix designs are available. Consult manufacturer and insert requirements. |
Properties of foamed concrete | |
Modulus of elasticity (minimum) | Manufacturer guidanceSpecify if required; insert requirements or omit. |
Sustainability requirements | Reduces CO2 by 60% compared to the reference GCCA value. |
Grades | GCCA mix grade C. |
Binder | Manufacturer's standard. Guidance for specification option: Consult manufacturer for details. |
Sustainability data
Contains Red List materials | No |
Country of material origin | United Kingdom |
Country of product manufacture | United Kingdom |
Manufacturing plant location | Manufacturer guidanceOver 120 concrete plants nationwide. |
Material | Concrete Aggregate Cement Cementitious |
Recyclability | 100% recyclable |
Expected Life | Manufacturer guidanceTo specified BS 8500 design life. |
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