The physical and mechanical properties of recycled gypsum and potential application of pre-molded panels

  • Olindo Savi Universidade Estadual de Maringá
  • Rafael Alves Souza Universidade Estadual de Maringá
  • Nilson Tadeu Mascia Universidade Estadual de Campinas
  • Mateus Henrique Souza Universidade Estadual de Maringá

Resumo

This study analyses the physical properties of recycled gypsum and mechanical performance of pre-molded gypsum panels made of recycled gypsum. A compatation with commercial gypsum physical properties and mechanica behavior of pre-molded commercial gypsum panels is also carried out. After collection, recycling and grinding gypsum residues, the quality of the powder produced was evaluated in terms of units of mass and fineness modulus. Additional tests of the dry paste were conducted for assessment of hardness, water absorption, and compressive strength of recycled gypsum. The commercial potential of the material was evaluated by the bending strength testing pre-molded panels. The results demonstrate that gypsum recycling is sustainable, ecologically correct and feasible for the production of pre-molded elements with great potential use in civil construction. Keywords: gypsum panels, mixed pastes, sustainable, gypsum pastes.

Biografia do Autor

Olindo Savi, Universidade Estadual de Maringá
Professor Auxiliar. Departamento de Engenharia Civil (Câmpus Umuarama)
Rafael Alves Souza, Universidade Estadual de Maringá
Professor Titular. Departamento de Engenharia Civil - DEC (Câmpus Maringá)
Nilson Tadeu Mascia, Universidade Estadual de Campinas
Professor Titular. Departamento de Estruturas - FEC
Mateus Henrique Souza, Universidade Estadual de Maringá
Professor Auxiliar. Departamento de Engenharia Civil - DEC (Câmpus Maringá)
Publicado
2017-12-15
Seção
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