The construction industry has been booming in the recent years. With that, the need for raw materials has also increased. Sand is widely used in construction business, but because of rapid urbanization and civil work, the demand for sand has shot up but the natural sand is not easily available anymore. Hence, M-Sand is a sustainable option.
M-sand is a form of artificial sand, manufactured by crushing large hard stones, mainly granite or basalt, into fine particles. It is widely used as a substitute for river sand for construction purposes, mostly in the production of concrete and mortar mix.
Benefits of M-Sand:
Increases Strength of Concrete
M-Sand has finer particles that has smoother texture and consistency. Hence, it mixes well with concrete to provide greater strength.
Increases Durability of Concrete
M-Sand is made with high quality granite thus increasing the durability of concrete structures made with it. These structures can withstand extreme weather conditions and prevents corrosion of steel elements.
Eco-friendly
Since m-sand is manufactured, it eliminates the need for dredging the riverbeds for natural sand. Sourcing natural sand erodes riverbeds and impacts safety or bridges and dams and also leads to eater depletion.
Economical
The cost of transportation of m-sand is 30%-50% lower than natural sand. Also as it is manufactured, there are no impurities and hence no wastage.
Aggregates are the building blocks of construction. Aggregates include sand, crushed stone and gravel which are generated via natural sources and by crushers. When coupled with a binder material such as water, cement, or asphalt, they are used to form compound materials such as asphalt concrete.
Benefits of Aggregates:
Reduces Water Consumption
Depending on the porosity of the aggregate, it helps retain moisture. This, it reduces the amount of water required in construction.
Solidify Concrete Mixture
The better the quality of crushed aggregates, the better the quality of concrete structures. It makes the concrete more compact, decreasing permeability of water and changing heat retention qualities of concrete.
Heat Retention
The density of concrete decides its thermal conductivity. The heavier the particles, the higher the thermal conductivity. When temperature rises, the water retained in aggregates is lost slowly, thus diminishing conductivity of concrete.
Water Resilience Increases
The internal porosity of the coarse aggregate specimen is bigger than the internal porosity of the fine aggregate specimen under similar conditions, which results in an increased permeability coefficient.
Aggregate and M-sand are widely used in the construction industry. Here are some of their common applications:
- Concrete Production: Aggregates and M-sand are essential ingredients in concrete production. They provide bulk and strength to concrete, which is used in construction for foundations, buildings, bridges, and other structures.
- Road Construction: Aggregates and M-sand are used in the construction of roads as a base material, providing a strong and stable foundation for the road. They are also used as a surface material for roads, making them smoother and more durable.
- Landscaping: Aggregates and M-sand are used in landscaping as decorative materials. They can be used for pathways, driveways, and as a base for garden beds.
- Filter Media: Aggregates and M-sand are used as filter media in water treatment plants, wastewater treatment plants, and swimming pools. They are effective in removing impurities from water and ensuring clean water supply.
- Roofing: Aggregates are used as a protective layer on roofs. They are placed on top of a waterproofing membrane to provide insulation and protection from weather elements.
- Drainage: Aggregates and M-sand are used in drainage systems to ensure proper water flow and prevent flooding.
- Masonry: Aggregates are used in masonry as a filler material. They are mixed with cement to create a strong and durable structure.
Overall, aggregate and M-sand are essential materials in the construction industry and are used in a wide range of applications to ensure strength, stability, and durability of structures. At Proman, we provide all kinds of construction materials, equipment and rock crushers. Contact us for more details on all that we have to offer!