Coolcrete an Innovative Solution to Reduce Heating of Concrete

Coolcrete an Innovative Solution to Reduce Heating of Concrete

Ritik Jaware1, Harshali Vibhandik2, Rohan Khamkar3 , Swara Gaikwad4

Mr.P.S.Bhoi5, Mrs.K.H.Patel6, Mr.P.S.Chaudhari7, Mr.P.V.Suryawanshi8

1234Students, 5678Lecturer

Department of Civil Engineering

K. K. Wagh Polytechnic, Nashik

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Abstract – In our Project we are aiming to make a ‘Coolcrete an Innovative Solution to Reduce Heating of Concrete’, which contains Barium Sulphate in addition to cement, sand, aggregate and water. Barium Sulphate (BaSO₄) is an inorganic compound known for its high density, chemical inertness, and low thermal conductivity. When incorporated into concrete, it enhances its thermal and mechanical properties. Barium Sulphate (BaSO4) has several uses including Medical Imaging, Drilling Fluids, Paints and coatings, Rubber and Plastics, Paper Industry, Glass Manufacturing and Electronics meaning the material (BaSO4) has additional advantages that it reflects heat and reduces surface temperature of concrete. Coolcrete is an Innovative Solution to reduce surface temperature, Mitigate Urban Heat Island (UHI) effect where cities become significantly warmer than surrounding rural areas due to absorption of Heat by the pavement it helps for a cooler and more sustainable environment, it also Enhances durability of concrete, increases Energy Efficiency, Improve Safety of road users, requires more Time to Heat and provide High Strength.

Key Words:  Coolcrete, Barium Sulphate, Low thermal conductivity, Reflects Heat, Reduces Surface temperature, Durability, Environment, High Strength.