The compressive strength of concrete built with river sand and quarry dust as fine aggregate was examined in this study. Ordinary Portland cement (OPC) was blended with river sand and quarry dust at five levels, namely 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50%, by partially substituting OPC with river sand and quarry dust. River sand was combined
The increase in the demand for sand and gravel for construction and other purposes such as flood control has placed immense pressure on the environment where sand and gravel resources occur. This study was carried out to determine the environmental effects of sand and gravel mining in Luku, North central Nigeria, using field observations and …
Experiments were conducted to determine the suitability of iron ore tailings and quarry dust as fine aggregates replacement of river sand for concrete production, and thereby to utilize the enormous quantities of wastes from Itakpe mines and the numerous granite quarries in Nigeria to address concerns of environmental pollution. Eight concrete mixes were …
River sand obtained from Okhuaihe river, Edo state, Nigeria was used as fine aggregate for this experimental work and the River sand Sample was classified as uniformly graded …
To overcome the pressure placed on Makurdi River sand, there is need for an alternative to sand, of interest to this study is crushed granite fine (CGF) which is readily available at …
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The objective of this study was to determine the influence of quarry dust as a replacement for river sand in the production of concrete, blocks and other allied earthworks in the construction...
Due to increasing demand of river sand, river erosion and other environmental issues have led to scarcity of river sand. ... This study presents the feasibility of the usage of quarry dust as partial replacement for natural sand in concrete. Tests were carried out on cubes of dimension 150mm x 150mm x 150mm using various replacement percentages ...
Journal of Mining and Geology Vol. 52(1) 2016. 79 2.60 for the quarry dust that were produced from some quarries in India. Density of concrete produced with
The properties and composition of this cement comply with the Standard Institute of Nigeria [15]. Sand was collected from Otamiri River in Owerri-West LGA. ... Thus, the river sand and quarry dust are poorly graded. The fineness modulus of 2.93 for sand and 2.52 for the quarry dust, further validate that the aggregates are coarse and …
The results showed that river sand and quarry dust with a compressive strength of 10 to 30% replacement is an excellent construction material for constructing concrete.
Ordinary Portland cement (OPC) was blended with river sand and quarry dust at five levels, namely 10%, 20%, 30%, 40%, and 50%, by partially substituting OPC with river sand and quarry dust. River ...
Stone dust and sand, both commonly used construction materials, play a pivotal role in ensuring the structural integrity and longevity of buildings. Understanding the distinctions between these materials is crucial for builders and homeowners alike. Let's delve into the world of stone dust and sand to make informed decisions when …
A report from the United Nation Nations Environment Program [6] estimated that between 32 and 50 billion tons of river sand and gravel are harvested annually worldwide, making the sand mining ...
Experimental datasets on properties of river sand as an aggregate in replacement of crushed rock for interlocking stones production. Data in Brief, 20(20), 602–608. Article Google Scholar Anosike, N. (2011). Parameters for good site concrete production management practice in Nigeria. Google Scholar
This work is focused on the use of quarry dust as a total replacement to river sand in the production of concrete, and comparing the results (compressive strength) to that …
This paper developed models for predicting the 28th day compressive strength and cost of laterite-quarry dust concrete using [5,2] extreme vertices design and also produced the …
This paper compared the workability, density and compressive strength of quarry dust concrete with river sand concrete using the same mix ratio and water/cement ratio. The …
Quarrying is the process of extracting rock, sand, gravel, or other minerals from the ground to produce materials for construction and various other applications. ... Land Reclamation, River Canalization & Dredging; Bitumen Stabilised Materials; Recycling of Existing Road Layers; ... Nigeria Quarries: Abuja Ore Calabar Togo Quarries ...
The price of cement, river sand and quarry dust were obtained from the local market as SLR 1095 per 50 kg bag, SLR 5925 per cubic meter and SLR 5330 per cubic meter, respectively. Based on these, the cost of 1 kg cement, river sand and quarry dust were SLR 21.90, 3.53 and 3.25, respectively. Download : Download high-res image …
@article{Chiemela2014ComparingTC, title={Comparing the Compressive Strengths of Concrete Made with River Sand and Quarry Dust as Fine Aggregates}, author={Chijioke Chiemela and Igwegbe E. Walter and Ibearugbulem H. Ogedi and Okoye C. Peter and O. O. Mong}, journal={International Letters of Natural Sciences}, …
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concrete using combinations of lateritic sand and quarry dust as complete replacement for conventional river sand fine aggregate. Samples of concrete (eg. cylinders, beams) were made using varying ...
River sand mining does not alter the chemical properties of the sand but it does alter the local and downstream water quality. ... Ako et al. (2014) conducted a qualitative study assessing the impact of sand and gravel mining in Luku, North central Nigeria. They found concentrations of heavy metals such as lead, nickel, arsenic, …
The paper examined sand and gravel mining activities both on land and the rivers as a business venture in Minna emirate council of Niger state, Nigeria. It identified various stakeholders in this business as: the landlords of the quarries, the local government authorities and the miners among others. It further looked at what each stakeholder …
Classifying Sand and Stones Based on Sources: Understanding the source of aggregates is crucial. Here are the primary classifications: River or Sharp Sand: High-quality sand with properties suitable for construction. Prohibited in some areas due to environmental concerns. Quarry or Manufactured Sand: Artificial sand produced by …
The use of quarry dust in the construction industries in Nigeria instead of the conventional river sand is a recent development and research on the subject is relatively scarce.
River sand mining has consequential ecological footprints on rivers, ... This is because the total sediment load and its arrangement in rivers makes up the complex natural structure of sand-gravel-bed channels and thus, performs a huge enviornmental and sustainable role. ... However, in developing countries like Nigeria, river mining …
Current Journal of Applied Science and Technology 39(34): 107-122, 2020; Article no.CJAST.61628 ISSN: 2457-1024 (Past name: British Journal of Applied Science & Technology, Past ISSN: 2231-0843, NLM ID: 101664541) Occupational Health and Safety Management in Selected Stone Quarries in Akamkpa, Cross River State, Nigeria …
