Description
Portland blast - furnace slag cement is a blend of Portland Cement and finely ground granulated blast - furnace slag in which the slag portion is between 35% and 64% of the mass of the total Portland Cement clinker and granulated blast - furnace slag in the cement mills.

Standard Specification
It is produced according to the Egyptian standards ES 4756/1-2007 which complies with the European specifications EN 197/1-2000.

Physical and Mechanical Properties

 
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Chemical  Properties


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Practical main application
Applied in all construction works such as harbor quays & ports which are exposed to chemical effects and has a massive concrete construction. This type of cement is resistant for salts and has low heat of hydration during setting.

Storing
• Cement bags should be stored in a dry place and kept away from a humid environment.
• Bags are stacked over wooden palettes.
• Cement bags should be covered in case of humid & rainy weathers.
• Don’t stuff more than 8 bags over each other.

Validity
• 6 weeks from the packing date, provided that it’s properly stored as previously mentioned instructions.
• Cement should be re-tested before use after this period.