Quality assessment of raw materials in the Republic of Burundi for road concrete production
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: Studies were conducted on sand and crushed stone sourced from two rivers in the Republic of Burundi to assess their compliance with standard specifications and their suitability for producing cement-based road concrete. It was established that cement produced by the Burundian company BUCECO (BURUNDI CEMENT COMPANY) is only suitable for the construction of roadbed foundations; for pavement surfaces, the use of cement from Tanzania Portland Cement is recommended. The study found that the aggregate materials (sand and crushed stone) are suitable for the production of road concrete after preliminary processing. Key technological measures are proposed to ensure the required quality standards for Burundian road construction using local raw materials.
Source: Smart composite in construction
Authors: Fuadi Ndayizeye, Natalya Belkova, T. Shelkovnikova, Elena Ivashchenko
Language: English
Subfield: Civil and Structural Engineering
Field: Engineering
Domain: Physical Sciences
Open Access status: bronze
OpenAlex ID: W4414523710