Experimental Study on Properties of Concrete Paver Blocks by Partially Replacing Cement with Granite Powder

Abstract

The marble and granite industries have grown tremendously in recent decades. The granite industry in India produces over than 3500 cubic meters of granite powder slag all day as a waste material. Granite tiles producers often create granite particulate matter tones although during production process. The exclusion of granite fines from the polishing industry is a major concern. The polished granite powder is reactive, but not disposable on the floor. Stone waste is commonly a heavily polluting waste due to its high alkaline origin, which poses a health hazard to the environment. Downstream waste affects soil quality due to reduced porosity, water retention, water percolation etc. As it is dumped on land. They cause severe waste and pollution of the atmosphere and need large areas of land for disposal. The granite powder is obtained by the polishing process, and is held at 12% and 88% respectively, by 150 microns. Due to its fineness and size, the granite powder can be used effectively. This study describes the viability of partial cement replacement with granite powder in paver block construction. Furthermore, this study urges engineers, contractors and the government of the better future to consider substitute materials.