What is densified micro-silica fume?
Densified micro-silica fume , also known as DMS or densified silica fume, is a highly reactive pozzolanic material used in concrete and other construction applications. It is produced by treating undensified silica fume to increase its mass density up to a maximum of 400-720 kg/m. What is densified micro-silica fume? Densified micro-silica fume is a waste product created during the production of silicon and ferrosilicon alloys. It is composed of extremely fine particles of silica that have been densified, or compacted, together to form agglomerates. The resulting material has a much higher density than undensified micro-silica fume, and is used in a variety of applications where its high density and strength are advantageous. Densified micro-silica fume is often used as a replacement for Portland cement in concrete, where it improves the compressive strength and durability of the finished product. It is also used in the manufacture of refractory bricks and castables, where its hi...