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3.23.1.3 Storage of materials
Materials shall be properly stored to avoid impairing the performance of the finished concrete.
Where materials need to be stored, the following precautions should be taken:
- follow manufacturer’s recommendations on maximum storage time
- store cement in a dry place and keep each type separate
- store different sizes of aggregate in separate bays
- keep sand and aggregate clean and dry (allowance should be made in the concrete batching for moisture in the sand and aggregate).
Last updated: 2nd January 2024