Performance Of Polymer Concrete Utilizing Recycled Plastic Waste

Abstract

The consumption of cement at present in the construction industry has increased manifold as it is widely used in the production of concrete and mortar, which are the most common construction materials. This has therefore put an immense pressure on the cement industry. This has led to environmental problems and ecological imbalances due to the extensive mining of limestone that has to be used in the production of cement. The engineers and scientists are therefore looking for alternative materials, which may ease the pressure on cement Industry. The production of polymer concrete (PC) using plastic waste is one such material, which besides being cost effective would also greatly solve the environmental problem arising from the disposal of plastic waste.