JSW Cement-GGBS

Slag is a by-product from steel plants, which is obtained from blast furnaces, during the separation of iron from iron ore. The process involves cooling of the slag through high-pressure water jets, this leads to formation of granular particles. The granulated slag is further processed by drying and then grinding in a vertical roller mill or rotating ball mill or roller press to a very fine powder,which is called GGBS.

The Multi-fold Advantages of GGBS

GGBS’s inherent chemistry gives it several advantages over ordinary cement. Apart from being environment-friendly, it offers:

• Reduced thermal cracks due to lower heat of hydration

• Reduced shrinkage cracks

• Improved workability and smooth finish

• Improved cohesion

• Less susceptible to chemical attacks

• Higher long-term strength

• Higher flexural strength

• Improved durability and hydration.