Ciment de Sibline s.a.

Portland CEMENT P-RMS 42.5

 PROPERTIES  Conformity to Norms

P-RMS 42.5 is a Portland cement with Portland cement P-RMS 42.5 certified by IRI
some special characteristics. It maximizes [Lebanese Institute of Industrial Research]
the clinker composition and has low conforms with Lebanese Norms NL 53:1999
alkalis content as also a moderate and with international norms CEN I Prise
sulphate resistance. It is characterized by Mer as also ASTM Type II C 150 -92.
a very low standard deviation, and high
usage predictability.
 Mechanical Requirements
This cement generates less heat than
Ordinary Portland Cement. A moderate
The conformity of the compressive strength
heat of hydration is desirable when concrete
will be verified according to EN 196 -1
is placed in massive structures such as large
piers or abatements. Excessive temperature o The Compressive Strength at 2 days shall be
rise in such structures can cause cracking.
≥ 12.5 N/mm2
This cement in addition to its low content o The Compressive Strength at 28 days shall
of alkalis has a moderate resistant to sulfate be ≥ 42.5 N/mm2 and ≤ 62.5 N/mm2
attack. It provides improved durability for
concrete as also reduces the risk of
deterioration of the structure and structural  SPECIFIC PROPORTIES
failure. It is applied in general construction o High Strength at 28 days
where concrete is in direct contact with
aggressive environment. [Soil, aggregates o Normal setting
and ground water]. o Low Alkali Equivalent (<0.6%)
o Moderate heat of hydration ( according to
A properly designed concrete for use in
aggressive environments needs to have an NL 53:1999)
appropriate cementitious content, a low o Moderate Sulfate Resistance ( according to
water to cement ratio, and be well NL 53:1999)
compacted and cured. It is recommended o Dark Color
that specialist advice be obtained during the
project design stage to ensure that the
concrete is adequate for the expected  PRINCIPAL APPLICATIONS
service. o Concrete for marine works ( RMS :
Resistance to Sulfate)
 Ciment de Sibline s.a.l

Portland CEMENT P-RMS 42.5

o Concrete to aggressive environment ( RMS : exposure to wet Portland cement can cause
Resistance to Sulfate) serious, potentially irreversible tissue (skin
or eye) destruction in the form of chemical
o Concrete where aggregates are sensible to
(caustic) burns or an allegoric reaction. The
alkalis reactions ( RMS: Low Alkalis Content) same type of tissue destruction can occur if
o Concrete for massive Works (RMS: wet or moist areas of the body are exposed
Moderate Heat of Hydration) for sufficient duration to dry Portland
cement.
o Precast Concrete
Users should avoid eye contact, skin
contact, inhalation, and ingestion.
 QUALITY CONTROL
SCS laboratory performs continual
(24h/24h) control on chemical, physical, and
phases analysis of the fabricate and
delivered Cement, It is equipped with state
of the art technology and is certified to ISO
9001:2008

Sibline Laboratory is certified and audited by

IRI, BVQ, and BVQI Spain.

 INSTRUCTIONS FOR USE

 Special caution is advisable when casting
concrete below 5 °C.
 For fresh concrete avoid quick drying out by
protecting the surfaces against wind and
sunlight by covering or wetting.

 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Portland cement is a light gray powder that
poses little immediate hazard. A single
short-term exposure to the dry powder is
not likely to cause serious harm. However,