Journal of Civil and Environmental Engineering

Department of Building Technology, Federal Polytechnic Ado Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria

Publications

• Research Article   
  Strength Properties and Sustainability of Recycled Plastic Tiles: Flammability, Water Absorption, and Chemical Tolerance
  Author(s): Omosebi Taiwo O*, Noor Faisal Abas and Fashubaa Taiwo Oladipupo
  
  The cost of construction materials, as well as the natural resources needed to manufacture the materials in an enabling climate, is affecting the world's construction industry, which is expanding at an unprecedented pace. Plastic wastes are a significant environmental concern due to their widespread use, non-biodegradability, and contamination from incineration and landfill, recycling these wastes into tiles would be a significant benefit. This investigation's goal is to study the mechanical qualities of tiles made from PET (Polyethylene Terephthalate) wastes, fly ash, and river sand aggregates. PET wastes were added to other aggregates in various percentages of 100 percent, 90 percent, 70 percent, 50 percent, and 30 percent by weight. The assessment of physical and mechanical properties reveals that, in terms of material density, weight, and flammability resis.. Read More»
  DOI: 10.37421/2165-784X.2021.11.404

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