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Methods and compositions for reclaiming concrete

US4964917A · kind A · utility

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Filing dateMar 8, 1990
Grant dateOct 23, 1990
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Expiry dateMar 8, 2010

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  • Technology area (CPC Y)Emerging Cross-Sectional Technologies
  • CPC primaryY02W30/91
  • WIPO fieldMaterials, metallurgy
  • WIPO sectorChemistry

Abstract

A method of reclaiming leftover ready-mix concrete comprising the steps of: PA1 (1) retarding the hydration of the unused portion of concrete returned from a job site; and PA0 (2) after the desired retarded period adding a hydration acceleration agent to restore the concrete to a settable state.

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