Effect of Untreated Sugar Cane Ash on the Setting Time and Compressive Strength of Concrete Mix

@article{1711836,
      author = {Eyu Oliver Ita, Atowon, A. D},
      title = {Effect of Untreated Sugar Cane Ash on the Setting Time and Compressive Strength of Concrete Mix},
      journal = {Iconic Research And Engineering Journals},
      year = {2025},
      volume = {9},
      number = {5},
      pages = {2471-2472},
      issn = {2456-8880},
      url = {https://www.irejournals.com/formatedpaper/1711836.pdf},
      abstract = {This research investigates the influence of untreated sugar cane ash (SCA) as a partial replacement for cement on the setting time and compressive strength of concrete mixes. The SCA was introduced at replacement levels of 0%, 5%, 10%, 15%, and 20% by weight of cement. Specimens were tested at 7, 14, and 28 days of curing. Results showed a slight delay in setting time and a marginal reduction in compressive strength with increasing SCA content. However, the concrete maintained adequate performance up to 10% replacement, satisfying ASTM pozzolanic criteria. The 5?10% replacement range was found to be optimal, offering a balance between performance, cost efficiency, and environmental sustainability. The findings indicate that untreated SCA can be used in non-structural and light structural concrete applications to reduce cement dependency.},
      keywords = {Bagasse ash, Compressive strength, Concrete, Pozzolanic materials, Sustainability, Setting time.},
      month = {November},
  }