An Introduction to Chemical Admixtures for Concrete for Construction Managers

Introductory technical guidance for construction managers interested in chemical admixtures for concrete. Here is what is discussed: 1. GENERAL, 2. AIR-ENTRAINING ADMIXTURES, 3. ACCELERATING ADMIXTURE, 4. RETARDING ADMIXTURES, 5. WATER-REDUCING ADMIXTURES, 6. HIGH-RANGE WATER-REDUCING ADMIXTURES ("SUPERPLASTICIZERS")., 7. ANTIWASHOUT ADMIXTURES, 8. EXTENDED SET-CONTROL ADMIXTURES, 9. ANTIFREEZE ADMIXTURES.