High Performance Concrete by TC Holland
High Performance Concrete by TC Holland
High Performance Concrete by TC Holland
M
ost ready-mixed concrete producers are familiar with
the concept of performance concrete. Table 1 Some Typical Properties of
Performance concrete implies that specifications will High Performance Concrete
stipulate minimum concrete strengths and leave the propor-
tioning of the concrete mixture to the concrete producer. High Ultimate Strength
However, lately, another similar term, high-performance
concrete, is being heard in the industry. This article exam- 6,000 to 10,000 psi compressive strength at
ines what high-performance concrete (HPC) is, what its 28 or 56 days
properties are, what materials are needed to produce it, 10,000 to 18,000 psi compressive strength at 56 days
what role the engineer must play in regards to HPC, and
where it is being specified and used. High Early Strength (18 to 24 hours)
2,500 to 4,000 psi compressive strength
What is High-Performance Concrete? 400 to 600 psi flexural strength