Construction Aggregates: Characteristics And Significance

  • Construction Aggregates: Characteristics And Significance

The best aggregates mining companies in India are unlikely to lose their place in the economy. Gather knowledge about the various factors that determine the use of coarse aggregates.

In concrete construction, coarse aggregate refers to irregular and granular materials such as sand, gravel, or crushed stone.  Aggregate materials are the building blocks of our homes, businesses, roads, and bridges. It is a critical component to boosting the economy through new construction projects. Coarse is naturally occurring and manufacturers obtain them by blasting quarries or crushing them. The process of crushing involves two types of processes- either by hand or by the use of crushers. It is imperative to wash them before using them in the production of concrete. Their angularity and strength affect the concrete in numerous ways. Needless to say, the selection of these aggregates is a very important process. Aggregate mining companies thus screen the different varieties of coarse aggregate depending upon their structure, size, and strength. 

Factors You Need To Check When Selecting Coarse Aggregate Before Construction-

  • Size of Coarse Aggregate: Materials that are large enough and the size usually varies between 4.7mm to a maximum of 63mm. Coarse aggregates ranging between these sizes are perfect for the construction industry. The size of coarse aggregates affects several aspects of the concrete, mainly strength and workability, and the amount of water needed for the concrete mix. It also helps to determine how much fine aggregate you will need to produce a concrete batch. The higher the size, the smaller is its bondable surface area for cement, sand, and water. In turn, less water and fine aggregate come to use when preparing the concrete mix. 
  • Water absorption of Coarse Aggregate: At times, the aggregate can soak up the water leading to a dry batch of concrete mix. This in turn can lead to a dry and brittle mix. Hence, contractors keep their aggregates damp before mixing a batch of concrete. Coarse aggregates can absorb water up to five percent of their weight. This means that contractors working in the mining industry in India need to add extra water to a concrete mix if the aggregate is dry.
  • Strength of Coarse Aggregate: The strength of the actual material will determine the final strength of the concrete mix. Some rocks and stones are stronger than others. This gives higher resistance to cracking and crushing. Granite is far stronger than limestone. Therefore, it is a common aggregate that contractors use in buildings. 

Conclusion:

Abhinna Mining stands tall as the top mining company in India. Since during any kind of mining activity, there is a possibility of landslides and soil erosion, it is imperative to take control. Thus, while performing aggregate mining activities, the company pays attention to not keep the environment unharmed. With modern and improved technologies, the company is bringing safer options for mining and thereby reducing environmental pollution.