Ferrocement

Ferrocement or ferro-cement is a construction material consisting of wire meshes and cement mortar. Applications of ferrocement in construction is vast due to the low self-weight , lack of skilled workers, no need of framework etc. Properties of Ferrocement Ø   Strength is depend on mainly two factors such as quality of sand/cement used in mix and quantity of reinforcing materials used. Ø   Highly versatile form of reinforced concrete. Ø   Small diameter of wire meshes of uniform size used throughout the cross section. Ø   Good alternative of concrete Portland cement mortar. Ø   Mesh may be metal or suitable material. Constituent Materials for Ferrocement Ø   Cement Ø   Fine Aggregate Ø   Water Ø   Admixture Ø   Mortar Mix Ø   Reinforcing mesh Ø   Skeletal Steel Ø   Coating Advantages of Ferrocement Ø   Low skilled labour are required. Ø   It can be fabricated into any shape. Ø   It is low in weight and life span is more. Ø