IJIRST –International Journal for Innovative Research in Science & Technology| Volume 4 | Issue 3 | August 2017

ISSN (online): 2349-6010

Analysis of Action of Polypropylene Fiber on M-

30 Concrete by Supplementing Cement with Fly
Ash and GGBS
Poornima M Reddy
PG Student
Department of Construction Technology
Visvesvaraya Technological University ,Centre for PG
studies, Regional Office, Kalaburagi Karnataka, India
Dr. Shreenivas Reddy Shahapue
Professor and Course Coordinator
Department of Construction Technology
Visvesvaraya Technological University ,Centre for PG
studies, Regional Office, Kalaburagi Karnataka, India

Maneeth P D
Professor
Department of Construction Technology
Visvesvaraya Technological University ,Centre for PG
studies, Regional Office, Kalaburagi Karnataka, India
Brijbhushan S
Professor
Department of Construction Technology
Visvesvaraya Technological University ,Centre for PG
studies, Regional Office, Kalaburagi Karnataka, India

Abstract
The paper deals with the effects of addition of various proportions of polypropylene fibers on the properties of concrete. Main
objectives of this experimental investigation is to characterize the selected mechanical properties of PPFRC and to study the effect
of volume fraction of (PPF). The present dissertation work is carried out with M30 grade concrete with w/c ratio of 0.363. Cement
is replaced by 20% of fly ash and 10% of GGBS. Polypropylene fibers are added by 0%, 0.50%, 1.00%, 1.50% & 2.00% of volume
fraction. For all mixes compressive, split tensile, flexural tests are carried out and they are compared with conventional concrete.
Keywords: Polypropylene fiber, fly ash, ground granulated blast slag, compressive strength, split tensile strength,
flexural strength
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I. INTRODUCTION

Concrete has become world’s most widely used construction material after water, because of its versatility, durability, sustainability
and economy. As the Concrete is a brittle in nature that performs well in compression, but it is less effective in tension. To overcome
this problem Reinforcement is used in concrete. Various types of fibers are used to reinforce concrete which enhances durability
and strength. Polypropylene is one of the least expensive and generously accessible polymers. Polypropylene filaments are Non-
Magnetic, rust free, Alkali safe, sheltered and simple to utilize. Introduction of polypropylene fiber has become a good approach
to meet the present demand of construction industry as these fibers are chemically inert and have hydrophobic surface, use of such
material proves to be beneficial.

II. EXPERIMENTAL PROGRAM

Materials
Cement:
Cement is the basic binding material used to bind the aggregates in the matrix of Concrete.The cement used was locally available
53 Grade.The cement has a specific gravity of 3.12 with initial and final setting times 45 and 360 minutes respectively. And has
fineness 6%.
Flyash and GGBS:
In this experimental program class F fly ash is used which has pozzolnic properties. In this review 20% of cement is supplanted
with fly cinder which has specific gravity about 2.08.
GGBS is residue of steel and iron producing industry.10% of the cement is replaced by ggbs in the present experiment. Specific
gravity is 2.9.
Aggregates:
In the current investigations, easily procured crushed aggregates (basalts stone) of 20 and 10 mm down of 60% and 40% were used
as coarse aggregates respectively. The specific gravity was 2.74.
Locally accessible great quality stream sand is utilized as fine aggregate. Zone-II Fine aggregate is utilized in this experimental
work having specific gravity is 2.62.

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Super plasticizer:
In modernized concretess practice role of super plasticizer is significant. To enrich the workability characteristics of concrete and
to produce homogeneous concrete, Conplast SP-430 (200ml per 50kg) was used for the experimental work.
Use of Super plasticizer: Conplast-SP430
Specific gravity - 1.220 to 1.225
Polypropylene Fiber:
Polypropylene monofilament fibers were used in concrete to enhance longevity and control the of minute cracks which appears
during curing. In the present investigation work 12mm length and 34μm diameter fiber was used with low density of 0.90 KN/m3.
Water:
Water used for concreting should be of good quality and it should be potable.
Mix Proportioning
In this experimental work the Concrete mix of M-30 grade design has been carried out by replacing the cement with 20% of fly
ash and 10% of GGBS. In this research the concrete samples were prepared with fiber ratios of 0, 0.5, 1.0, 1.5 and 2 % of volume
fraction.
Mix proportion for M-30 grade concrete obtained is Mix ratio is 1:1.49:2.54:0.363.
Cement Flyash GGBS WATER FINE AGGREGATES COARSE AGGREGATE SUPER PLASTICIZER
313.77 kg/ m3 89.65kg/ m3 44.825kg/ m3 163kg/ m3 668.05kg/ m3 1139.89kg/ m3 7.7kg/ m3

Mixing and Casting

The Mixing procedure is similar as that of the conventional concrete. Along with the coarse aggregate and fine aggregate, fibers
have been added into the concrete. mixing is carried out mechanically.
After the mix design as per the requirement all the ingredients like cement, fly ash, GGBS, Fine Aggregates, Coarse Aggregates
etc are weighed and blended in its dry state to get steady and homogeneous mix. From mix design, requisite amount of water and
super plasticizer is utilized and mixed thoroughly to obtain uniform color homogeneous mix. Cubes , cylinders and prisms of
standard size were casted. The measures of the cube moulds were 150 mm × 150 mm × 150 mm, cylindrical mould of 150mm
diameter and 300mm hight and prisms of 150mm × 150 mm × 600 mm. For each proportion of fiber 12 number of cubes, 12
number of cylinders and 12 number of prisms were casted.
Curing
After 24hours of casting the concrete get sets and it is de-moulded. All the specimens were kept for curing for required number of
days i, e for 3 days, 7 days and 28 days then samples were tested.

III. RESULT AND DISCUSSIONS

Compressive Strength
Compressive-Strength determines the characteristics of concrete. For this as per IS 456-2000 cubes of size150X150X150 mm were
casted. The compression testing machine comprises of 2000KN capacity is used. The tests were done on these examples following
3, 7 and 28 days of curing. Compressive strength can be calculated as load at which the specimen fails divided by area and it is
measured in N/mm2.
Table – 1
Results of compressive strength test for 3days, 7days and 28days
COMPRESSIVE STRENGTH IN N/mm2
Sl.No. % of polypropylene fiber
3 days 7 days 28 days
1 0 16.74 24.28 38.44
2 0.5 18.23 27.61 41.82
3 1.0 23.21 31.21 44.16
4 1.5 25.61 36.84 47.16
5 2.0 18.23 34.41 40.40

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Fig. 1: Graph shows the comparison of 3, 7 and 28 days of compressive strength

Split Tensile Strength

Tensile - strength of the concrete is essential and basic properties. For designing concrete structural elements which are subjected
to torsion, shrinkage, transverse shear and temperature-effect it is necessary to have the knowledge of tensile - strength value.
Specimens measuring 150mm diameter and 300mm height were casted to carry out the split tensile test. The casted samples were
tried on the pressure testing machine having 2000KN limit. The tests were done on these examples following 3, 7 and 28 days of
curing. The load at which specimen fails is recorded.
Table – 2
Results of split tensile strength test for 3days, 7days and 28days
SPLIT TENSILE STRENGTH IN N/mm2
Sl.No. % of polypropylene fiber
3 days 7 days 28 days
1 0 1.50 2.33 3.42
2 0.5 1.61 2.55 3.76
3 1.0 1.73 2.87 3.96
4 1.5 2.05 3.23 4.26
5 2.0 1.66 2.51 3.59

Fig. 2: Graph shows the comparison of 3, 7 and 28 days of split tensile strength

Flexural Strength
In this test concrete prisms were used to determine flexural strength. Prisms dimensions used was of 150 X 150 X 600 mm. The
tests were conducted on these specimens after 3, 7 and 28 days of curing. Prisms were tested on UTM keeping load in direction of
compaction. Two point loading arrangement was used in this test as per IS: 516-1959.

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Table - 3
Results of flexural strength test for 3days, 7days and 28days
FLEXURAL STRENGTH IN N/mm2
Sl.No. % of polypropylene fiber
3 days 7 days 28 days
1 0 2.36 3.54 4.41
2 0.5 2.67 3.75 5.39
3 1.0 2.85 3.81 5.55
4 1.5 3.30 4.27 5.87
5 2.0 2.49 3.12 4.71

Fig. 3: Graph shows the comparison of 3,7 and 28 days of flexural strength

IV. CONCLUSION

From this experimental investigation following conclusions are made

 As there is an increase in percentage of polypropylene fiber in the concrete there is a reduction in the slump value.
 When contrasted with strength of concrete without utilizing fiber, increment in the quality of concrete with fiber was watched.
 Up to a specific rate of polypropylene fiber measurement into the concretemass there is an expansion in the strength of the
concrete after that there is a reduction in the strength of the concrete is watched.
 Optimum results are obtained for the 1.5percentage of polypropylene fiber addition.
 Maximum Compressive strength of about 47.16N/mm2 is attained at 28days with 1.5percent addition of fiber for M-30 grade
of concrete.
 Most extreme split tensile strength of around 4.26N/mm2 is achieved at 28days with 1.5percent expansion of fiber for M-30
grade of concrete.
 Maximum flexural strength of about 5.87 N/mm2 is attained at 28days with 1.5percent addition of fiber for M-30 grade of
concrete.
 After 28days of curing 22.68 % increase in compressive-strength of PPFRC is observed for 1.5 % PPF content, compatible
with conventional concrete.
 After 28days of curing 24.56 % increase in tensile-strength of PPFRC is observed for 1.5 % PPF content, compatible with
conventional concrete.
 After 28days of curing 33.11 % increase in flexure-strength of PPFRC is observed for 1.5 % PPF content, compatible with
conventional concrete.

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