Properties of pre-cast terrazzo tiles and recommended specifications
A targeted experimental program was carried out to establish basic reference physical and mechanical properties of commercially available pre-cast marble chip terrazzo tiles and to investigate the effects of varying manufacturing process parameters on those properties. The transverse strength, densi...
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| Format: | article |
| Language: | eng |
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2009
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| Online Access: | http://old.scielo.br/scielo.php?script=sci_arttext&pid=S0366-69132009000100011 |
| Country: | Brazil |
| Oai: | oai:scielo:S0366-69132009000100011 |
| Summary: | A targeted experimental program was carried out to establish basic reference physical and mechanical properties of commercially available pre-cast marble chip terrazzo tiles and to investigate the effects of varying manufacturing process parameters on those properties. The transverse strength, density, water absorption, and abrasion resistance were measured as a function of casting pressure and residence time in the casting mold for a standard mix design. A simple surface abrasion index test was developed and applied comparing pre-cast terrazzo tiles with reference natural tiling stones. Recommendations for improving existing specifications and developing quality control measures are presented. |
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