slag cement

Slag Cement: A New Step in Construction with Kavian Steel of East Asia

Kavian Steel Complex of East Asia , as a pioneer in the steel industry, provides its customers with a wide range of high-quality construction materials, including slag cement.

• What is slag cement?

Slag cement is a type of hydraulic cement in which about 60% of the constituents are blast furnace slag. Due to its unique properties such as high chemical resistance, low permeability, and smooth surface texture, this type of cement is used in a wide range of construction and civil engineering projects.

• Advantages of using slag cement:

1. Reduced consumption of natural resources: The use of blast furnace slag as the main raw material in the production of slag cement leads to a reduction in the consumption of limestone and other natural resources. This helps to preserve the environment and promote sustainable development.
2. High chemical resistance: Due to the absorption of calcium hydroxide by the active silica in the slag, slag cement has very good chemical resistance against the attack of sulfates and chlorides. This feature makes this type of cement ideal for use in structures exposed to corrosive environments such as ports, docks, and wastewater treatment plants.
3. Low permeability: Slag cement has very low permeability, which means high resistance to the penetration of water and moisture. This prevents corrosion of the reinforcement in concrete and increases the service life of the structure.
4. Smoother surface texture: Due to its less porous structure, slag cement has a smoother and more homogeneous surface texture compared to ordinary Portland cement. This feature, in addition to its aesthetic appearance, improves the adhesion of concrete and reduces the need for mortar.
5. Early setting ability: Compared to Portland cement, slag cement sets faster and therefore can be used for faster formwork and accelerating the construction process.
6. High strength: Slag cement shows high compressive strength in the long term and can be used for the construction of structures with heavy loads.
7. Economical: Given the mentioned advantages, the use of slag cement in some projects can be economically viable.

• Applications of slag cement:

1. Bases of bridges and dams: Due to its high resistance to corrosion and low permeability, slag cement is an ideal choice for the construction of bridge bases, dams, and other hydraulic structures.
2. Mass concrete: Due to its early setting and high strength, slag cement is suitable for mass concreting such as the construction of docks, tunnels, and water storage tanks.
3. Corrosive environments: The high chemical resistance of slag cement makes it ideal for use in structures exposed to corrosive environments such as ports, docks, wastewater treatment plants, and marine structures.
4. Areas with alkaline soils: Slag cement is resistant to alkali-silica reactions and can be used in areas with alkaline soils that are hazardous to ordinary Portland cement.

Kavian Steel, a producer of high-quality slag cement

Kavian Steel Complex of East Asia, using advanced equipment and specialized manpower, produces and supplies slag cement with the highest quality and in accordance with international standards.