PLASTICIZING ADDITIVES FOR CONCRETE

Abstract

Concrete is one of the main building materials that is widely used in the construction of buildings and structures. Plasticizing additives play an important role in improving the physical and mechanical properties of concrete. The existing and currently used plasticizing additives have significant disadvantages. The research and creation of new types of effective plasticizing additives is topical.
In this article, the types and purposes of plasticizing additives, their optimal amount, regulating abilities and plasticizing effects in the composition of concrete have been considered and studied. Also, along with the positive effect, their significant disadvantages and negative effects on some physical and mechanical properties of concrete were discussed.