Use of mix of clay/solid waste from steel works for civil construction materials.
The present study focuses on the use of solid waste generated by the steel works in Brazil for manufacturing clay-based structural products. The waste sample was characterized regarding chemical composition, X-ray diffraction, particle size, morphology, specific surface and plastic properties. The waste was added in gradual proportions to a kaolinitic clay from zero up to 3 wt.%. Ceramic bodies were formed by vacuum extrusion and fired at 950 degrees C. The physical-mechanical properties (linear shrinkage, water absorption, apparent density and flexural strength) of the resulting clay/solid waste mixtures were determined. In addition, leaching tests were performed according Brazilian Standards as well as a preliminary analysis of gases evolved during the thermal process. It was found that the solid waste is formed by irregular particles, ranging in size from 1 to 500 microm. The test results indicate that solid wastes generated by steel works can be used as filler in construction materials, thereby increasing reuse in an environmentally safe manner.
Oliveira
Geiza E
GE
Advanced Materials Laboratory, Northern Fluminense State University, Campos dos Goytacazes-RJ, Brazil.
Holanda
José Nilson F
JN
D001938:Brazil; D002516:Ceramics / Q000737:chemistry; D003247:Conservation of Natural Resources / Q000379:methods*; D003252:Construction Materials; D006358:Hot Temperature; D007220:Industrial Waste / Q000032:analysis; D007616:Kaolin / Q000032:analysis / Q000737:chemistry*; D008669:Metallurgy; D019216:Metals, Heavy / Q000032:analysis; D012037:Refuse Disposal / Q000379:methods*; D013232:Steel
D007220:Industrial Waste; D019216:Metals, Heavy; D013232:Steel; D007616:Kaolin