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ICRI September 2014 Dinner Meeting - SILICA FUME IN CONCRETE

When
24 Sep 2014
5:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Location
Phoenix Airport Hilton - 2435 South 47th Street, Phoenix, AZ
Spaces left
50

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ICRI Chapter Dinner Meeting & Presentation

SILICA FUME IN CONCRETE

Introduction: Silica Fume, Micro Silica or Silica Dust

What is it?
Where/Why is it used?
Production Process

Main Advantages of Its Uses in Concrete and Repair Products

Reduction in Permeability of Concrete
Improved Sulfate Resistance of Concrete
Improved Mechanical Performance of Concrete
Improving the Protection of Reinforcement in Concrete

Effects on Freshly Mixed and Hardened Concrete and Repair Products

Water requirements
Workability
Air Content
Heat of Hydration
Setting Time
Finishing
Pumping
Plastic Shrinkage
Curing

EPA Historical View of Silica Fume Use in Concrete

Position in 1997
Modified Position in 2010
Current (2013) position

Charles (Chuck) Knight is a Product Specialist for the Engineered Concrete Repair Systems Division of Ardex Americas, an international manufacturer of concrete repair products. He has loyally served the concrete repair industry for his past -25- years and has extensive experience in the diagnostic, repair, protection and waterproofing phases of building envelopes. His field of experience includes remediation and renovation of commercial, residential and public works project.

Chuck is a graduate of

Duquesne University, B.S., Pittsburgh, PAand Creighton University, J.D., Omaha, NB. Chuck has completed a -6- year term on the Board of Directors for the International Concrete Repair Institute (ICRI) and was honored in 2010 as a Fellow, along with serving as its 2010 President.

He has conducted numerous seminars related to the repair, recoat and waterproofing of both vertical and horizontal substrates. Upon invitation, Chuck has served as a visiting lecturer at Georgia Tech, for several local ICRI Chapters, ASCC and ASCE.

Chuck has authored several industry-related articles, focusing on concrete surface preparation and repair, architectural coatings, waterproofing materials and air/moisture barrier alternative types of products. His relaxed, but technically proficient and informative approach, will add value to any presentation audience.

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5:00 pm to 6:00 pm - Network Hour and Cash Bar
6:00 pm to 7:30 pm - Dinner and Program

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