ABSTRACT: The ISO 14001 is an international standard, worldwide recognized, whose management of their environmental issues, thus contributing to sustainability, by preventing pollution and by meeting legal requirements. This article aims to discuss sustainability and the application of this standard within the construction sector in Brazil and its impacts upon construction companies. The methodology consists of the study of the […]
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Viability for the use of foundry sand to reduce use of cement in cement concrete
ABSTRACT: Foundry sand is among one of the most produced industrial solid residues in the world. Currently, there are numerous researches around the world about the possible uses for discarded foundry sand, including its use as a substitute for part of the natural sand used in construction. However, the volume of this residue used in different sectors of industry […]