High flexural strength
(500 to 1000 psi) (3.5 MPa to 7.0 MPa) |
Supports heavy, repetitive loads without failure and spans localized soft subgrade areas, which reduces maintenance costs and down time. |
High compressive strength
(4,000 to 10,000 psi) (28 MPa to 69 MPa) |
Withstands high concentrated loads and impacts from heavy industrial, military, and mining applications. |
| High shear strength |
Eliminates rutting and subsequent repairs. |
| High density, low absorption |
Provides excellent durability, even under freeze-thaw conditions; eliminates seepage through pavement. |
| Low water content, low water/cement ratio |
Increases strength, reduces permeability, and enhances durability and resistance to chemical attack. |
| Aggregate interlock |
Provides high shear resistance at joints and uncontrolled cracks to prevent vertical displacement or faulting. |
| No steel reinforcing or dowels |
Speeds and simplifies construction, reduces costs. |
| No forms or finishing |
Speeds construction, reduces cost, minimizes labor. |
| No formed or sawed joints |
Speeds construction, reduces cost. (To enhance appearance, joints can be sawn into RCC pavement.) |
| Hard, durable, light-colored surface |
Resists abrasion, eliminates need for surface course and reduces cost. The light color reduces lighting requirements for parking and storage areas. |