Assessing the risk of sulphate attack on concrete in the ground

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Archived

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Core Supplement

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Information Paper

Abstract

BRE recently published a 15-year interim report on a long-term field and laboratory study of the sulphate resistance of concrete. It has also revised its Digest on recommendations for the use of concrete in sulphate soils and groundwaters. This Information Paper links the data given in the report and the Digest, and explains how recent results from various research programmes have been built into the revised tables of recommendations.

Author

Harrison, W. H.

History

Whilst this publication can still be purchased some of the information in it has been superseded by more recent research and standards. The BRE Group does not accept any responsibility whatsoever for any loss or damage, including - without limitation - indirect or consequential loss or damage arising from use, or loss of use, of data or profits arising out of, or in connection with, the use of this document.

Subjects

• Special subject areas
• In situ concrete/cement
• Damage/deterioration/corrosion
• Materials

Publisher History

BRE is a building science centre that generates new knowledge through research. This is used to create products, tools and standards that drive positive change across the built environment. BRE helps its government and private sector clients meet the significant environmental, social and economic challenges they face in delivering homes, buildings and communities. BRE is owned by the BRE Trust, a registered charity. The Trust uses the profits made by the BRE companies to fund research and education that advances knowledge of the built environment.