Studies on the Use of GBFS and M Sand

as substitute for Fine Aggregate in Concrete

ABSTRACT
Sustainability and resource efficiency are becoming increasing important issues
within todays construction industry. The phenomenal rise in the construction activity in
the last decade has contributed to the wide gap between the supply and demand of river
sand. A lot of damage has been caused to the eco-systems by carrying out dredging
operations on the sand beds leading to the depletion of ground water levels in the country.
This paper reports the results of feasibility studies on the use of industrial waste byproduct granulated blast-furnace slag (GBFS) and Manufactured Sand (M Sand) as
substitute for fine aggregate in concrete. This study presents result of an experimental
investigation carried out to evaluate effects of replacing natural sand with GBFS and M
Sand on concrete strength and durability properties. Performance of concrete in which
natural sand was replaced with GBFS and M Sand, by proportions 10%, 20 %, 30%,
40%, 50%, 60% and 70%, was compared to reference sample (0% replacement).
Manufactured sand and GBFS sand has a potential to provide alternative to natural sand
and helps in maintaining the environment as well as economical balance. Non-availability
of natural sand at reasonable cost, forces to search for alternative material. as suitable
substitute.
Project Batch No: B5
Project Members:
Asad Ahmed
10241A0102
B. Govardhan
10241A0110
Jillepally Avinash
10241A0188
S. Muralidhar Reddy 10241A0151
Nagarjuna Yadav
10241A0171
Guide
Mr V Srinivasa Reddy

HOD
Dr M Hussain