Flowable Fill
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Ease Meets Efficiency in the Construction World
Flowable-fill concrete, also known as controlled low-strength material (CLSM) or flowable mortar, is a self-leveling, self-compacting, and highly flowable material used in various construction applications. Unlike conventional concrete, flowable fill is not designed to achieve high compressive strength. Instead, its primary characteristics include ease of placement and flowability. Flowable fill concrete in Vancouver, Richmond, Surrey, Abbotsford, Delta, and other cities in British Columbia; explain its composition and properties.
Achieve efficient and cost-effective solutions with CLSM concrete
Flowable-fill concrete offers numerous benefits, from rapid installation to excellent flowability. At Speedy Concrete, we can save you time, labor, and resources while ensuring reliable and long-lasting results.
- Flowability: Flowable fill concrete in Richmond is designed to flow easily and fill voids, trenches, or irregular spaces without the need for compaction.
- Low Strength: Unlike traditional concrete, flowable fill is engineered to have low compressive strength, typically ranging from a few hundred to a few thousand pounds per square inch (psi).
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- Self-Leveling: It levels itself out within the forms or excavations, ensuring that it conforms to the shape of the surrounding area.
- Minimal Shrinkage:Flowable fill experiences minimal shrinkage, reducing the potential for cracking.
- Quick Installation: It allows for rapid placement, reducing construction time and labor costs.
Discover the versatility in various construction applications with CLSM Concrete
- Trench Backfill: Flowable fill concrete is often used to fill trenches and excavations, providing support to utility pipes and cables. It helps reduce the risk of settlement and provides a stable backfill.
- Void Filling: It is used to fill voids left behind by abandoned pipelines, culverts, or other structures.
- Subgrade Stabilization: Flowable fill can be used to stabilize and improve the subgrade in preparation for construction activities.
- Abandoned Tank Filling: When underground tanks are decommissioned, flowable fill can fill the void left by the removed tank.
- Utility Trenches: In utility construction, flowable fill can be employed to fill trenches around utility installations quickly.
- Roadway Repairs: Flowable fill can be used for road repairs and as a base material in certain situations.