Concrete with Micro Silica

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Concrete Products Technical Guide Specification Microsilica Concrete SECTION 03320 PART 1 - GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY A. This section specifies microsilica (silica fume) admixture for the reduction of concrete permeability to protect against intrusion by chlorides and other aggressive chemicals, and for the production of high-strength concrete. B. Related Sections: Other specification sections which directly relate to the work of this Section include, but are not limited to, the following: 1. Section 03300 - Cast-In-Place Concrete. 2. Section 03365 - Post-Tensioned Concrete. 3. Section 03400 - Precast Concrete. 1.02 SUBMITTALS A. Product Data: Submit manufacturer’s product data, installation instructions, use limitations and recommendations for each material. B. Test and Performance Data: Submit independent test data substantiating the product’s ability to reduce concrete permeability by chlorides and other aggressive chemicals. 1.03 QUALITY ASSURANCE A. Manufacturer: Concrete admixture shall be manufactured by a firm with a minimum of 5 years experience in the production of similar products. Manufacturers proposed for use but not named in these specifications shall submit evidence of ability to meet all requirements specified, and include a list of projects of similar design and complexity completed within the past five years. B. Materials: For each type of material required for the work of this Section, provide primary materials which are the products of one manufacturer. C. Pre-Construction Conference: A pre-construction conference shall be held two weeks prior to commencement of field operations to install the specified product in order to establish procedures to maintain optimum working conditions and to coordinate this work with related and adjacent work. Agenda for meeting shall include concrete and admixture handling, placing, finishing, and

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