The accumulation of phosphogypsum from fertilizer industries occupies considerable land
resources and causes serious environmental problem. This work aims to study the …

The production (extraction, cutting and polishing) of ornamental rocks generates a high
volume of waste (abrasive slurry) which, when dry, generates a fine powder. The main …

Self-leveling mortar (SLM) is a special mortar that can flow and fill under its own weight
without the need for any compaction energy. To meet these characteristics and to ensure …

Roofing slate is one of the world's most popular dimension rock products. This special type
of slate can be split into regular and thin tiles forming an exceptional covering material …

Açaí seed ash (ASA) is a waste product from processing the açaí fruit and burning the seeds
for cogeneration purposes. The present study evaluated the use of ASA from the Brazilian …

This work focuses on the development of new composite laminates based on the use of
epoxidized linseed oil (ELO) as matrix and reinforcement fabrics from slate fibers with …

One of the difficulties of using some residues, such as those from stones beneficiation
(cutting and polishing), is their heterogeneity. This study analyzes the influence of the …

The addition of waste in building materials is a technical and economical alternative for
modern construction. Self-leveling mortar (SLM) is a material used in floors because it is …

Large volumes of waste are generated from the manufacture of slabs, roofing, and tiles
using slate stone. The use of waste in the construction industry is prevalent due to the …

Gypsum-based self-leveling has been widely used for its good construction performance
and economy. This paper investigated the influence mechanisms of three kinds of water …