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Which factory-made building products can be produced using portland cement?
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Cement
The cement-making process, from crushing and grinding of raw materials, through roasting of the ground and mixed ingredients, to final cooling and storing of the finished product.
Portland cement is a versatile binding agent used to manufacture a wide variety of factory-made building products that are supplied ready for installation. These prefabricated items include:1
- Bricks and tiles1
- Shingles1
- Pipes1
- Beams1
- Railroad ties1
- Various extruded products1
In addition to these specific items, portland cement is a primary component in the production of precast concrete structural members. These components are manufactured in central plants under controlled conditions and can include floor and roof elements such as beams, hollow floor slabs, and T-shaped sections. These precast members are often prestressed to enhance their structural performance before being transported to a construction site for assembly.2