12.7 - Concrete mix requirements
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The concrete mix design must be suitable for the intended method of installation (e.g. pumpable) and finishing. Concrete with a minimum consistence class of S3 should be utilised, in accordance with BS 8500.
The mix design should be prepared in accordance with the strength class, maximum water/cement ratio and minimum cement content specified the engineer. The concrete contractors proposed mix design must be approved by the engineer prior to commencement of concrete placement works.
BS 8500-1:2006 + A1:2012: Concrete. Complementary British Standard to BS EN 206-1. Method of specifying and guidance for the specifier.
Other items within 12.0 - Concrete:-
- 12.1 - Site considerations
- 12.2 - Temporary propping
- 12.3 - Cleaning the decking
- 12.4 - Damaged decking
- 12.5 - Construction joints
- 12.6 - Reinforcement drawings and bending schedules
- 12.7 - Concrete mix requirements
- 12.8 - Placement
- 12.9 - Surface finish
- 12.10 - Surface flatness
- 12.11 - Curing
- 12.12 - Post-installation characteristics