Abstract
Polymeric materials in the construction sector, together with inorganic and organic waste, are of great interest. Polymeric concretes have been prepared using a vinylester resin as a matrix and a combination of mineral (slate and granite) and organic (olive pits and hemp fibres) fillers, with the aim of studying the compatibility and the optimal dosages between the components, minimizing the amount of resin used and maximizing the mineral and organic waste. Scanning electron microscopy (SEM-EDX), X-ray diffraction (XRD) and X-ray fluorescence (WDXRF) have been used for the morphological, chemical and mineralogical characterization of the components and samples; hardness, compressive strength and flexural strength tests have been used to determine the mechanical properties. The results allow the adjustment of densification and mechanical behaviour. This will contribute to the valorization of agricultural and quarry waste, reduce the impact on the environment and improve production costs.
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