Types of cement and their uses in construction projects

Amidst the increasing demand for cement in the expanding Indian market, cement is the fundamental element shaping our infrastructural growth. This intricate grey powder, crafted from a precise blend of raw materials and chemical compounds, is the foundation of strength and longevity in countless construction ventures. Register today to access our selection of quality industrial materials and enhance your construction endeavours.

Join us as we delve into the multifaceted world of cement types and their nuanced roles in the elaborate mosaic of construction projects.

Types of cement

• Ordinary Portland cement (OPC)

The Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC) is a widely used cement that is highly versatile and reliable. It is found in many construction projects, ranging from concrete structures to stucco and mortar applications. The Shree Ordinary Portland Cement, JSW Ordinary Portland Cement, and Birla Super Ordinary Portland Cement of grade 53 are known for their high early strength and faster de-shuttering of formwork. The JSW Ordinary Portland Cement, blended with mineral admixtures, such as fly ash and Ground Granulated Blast-furnace Slag (GGBS), can also be used for the construction of high-rise buildings, roads, dams, bridges, flyovers, grouts, and mortars.

• Portland pozzolana cement (PPC)

Using Portland cement's strength and resilience with pozzolanic materials, PPC emerges as a stalwart in projects demanding high resistance to chemical reactions. Bridges, dams, and marine structures find solace in the enduring embrace of PPC. Shree Portland Pozzolana Cement and Birla Shakti Portland Pozzolana Cement are known for high long-term strength & durability and low heat of hydration.

• Rapid-hardening cement

When time is of the essence, rapid-hardening cement emerges as the harbinger of expediency. With strength comparable to OPC in a fraction of the time, it is the cornerstone of projects necessitating swift deployment and early formwork removal.

• Extra rapid-hardening cement

Extra rapid hardening cements are used for endeavours where even rapid hardening seems sluggish. Extra Rapid Hardening Cement is produced by adding 3% calcium chloride to Rapid Hardening Portland Cement. It provides 25% more strength than RHP Cement in two days and 10 to 20% more in seven days.

• Quick-setting cement

In time-sensitive projects, quick-setting cement emerges as the harbinger of efficiency. With a rapid rate of hardening akin to OPC, it finds its calling in ventures where expeditious solidification is paramount. Join our platform to discover premium industrial materials that can make a difference in your projects.

• Low-heat cement

In the crucible of massive concrete structures, low-heat cement emerges as the sentinel against thermal turmoil. With its subdued heat of hydration, it stands as the bastion against cracking and degradation in the face of thermal stresses.

• Sulphate-resisting cement

Sulphate-resistant cement provides excellent resistance to chloride ions, reducing reinforced steel's corrosion risk. It offers high concrete performance and structural integrity in highly aggressive sulphate and acidic environments and can significantly enhance later-age concrete strength.

• Blast furnace slag cement

Blast furnace slag cement blends granulated slag and ordinary Portland cement. It's cost-effective and commonly used in projects. Our platform offers various types of slag cement, including JSW Power Pro, JSW Portland Slag, and JSW Concreel HD. JSW Compcem Cement combines slag and Portland Pozzolana cement, used in construction projects like concreting, brickworks, plastering, RCC footing, bridge foundations, and underground constructions.

• High-alumina cement

High-alumina cement (HAC) doesn't expand during setting and is highly resistant to fire, acid and sulphate attacks, and frost. It generates high heat during setting and has a setting time of 3.5-5 hours. HAC has a low pH level and excellent resistance to chemical corrosion, making it ideal for water pipes, sewage pipes, factory drains, coastal constructions, and factory chimneys.

• White cement

White cement is often used in interior design to construct smooth or textured walls, floors, and ceilings, owing to its excellent workability, allowing it to be easily moulded.

Cement is a crucial component in construction. There are various types of cement available, including Ordinary Portland Cement, Portland Pozzolana Cement, rapid-hardening variants, sulphate-resisting cement, and white cement. Each type has unique properties that help to shape the built environment and fortify structures against the ravages of time and the environment. It is important to select the appropriate type of cement based on its specific properties.