Workability Of Fresh Concrete Research Articles

A Comprehensive Review on Use of Wastewater in the Manufacturing of Concrete: Fostering Sustainability through Recycling

The primary aim of this review article is to find the influence of wastewater and its characteristics on recycling as an alternative to potable water for concrete preparation. On the other hand, scarcity, and the demand for freshwater for drinking are also increasing day by day around the globe. About a billion tons of freshwater is consumed daily for concrete preparation for various operations such as mixing and curing, to name a few. The rapid development of certain industries such as textile, casting, stone cutting, and concrete production has caused the water supply to be severely affected. Recycling wastewater in concrete offers various potential benefits like resource conservation, environmental protection, cost savings, and enhanced sustainability. This article reviews the effect of various types of wastewater on various physical and chemical properties of wastewater, rheological characteristics, strength, durability, and microstructure properties of concrete. It also explores the potential effects of decomposing agents on enhancing concrete properties. Currently, limited research is available on the use of various types of wastewater in concrete. Hence, there is a need to develop various methods and procedures to ensure that the utilization of wastewater and treated wastewater is carried out in the production of concrete in a sustainable manner. Although wastewater can reduce the workability of fresh concrete, it can also increase its strength and long-term performance of concrete. The use of various types of wastewater, such as reclaimed water and tertiary-treated wastewater, was found to be superior compared to those using industrial- or secondary-treated wastewater. Researchers around the globe agree that wastewater can cause various detrimental effects on the mechanical and physical properties of concrete, but the reductions were not significant. To overcome limited scientific contributions, this article reviews all the available methods of using various types of wastewater to make concrete economically and environmentally friendly. This research also addresses possible challenges with respect to the demand for freshwater and the water crisis.

UTILIZATION OF WASTE BAKELITE AS A FIBER REINFORCE TO IMPROVE MECHANICAL PROPERTIES OF CONCRETE

Waste Bakelite is mainly from automotive production, it can create waste management problems due to its toxic substances. The consensus of previous research works in waste Bakelite as aggregate in concrete mixture and mortar still has problems such as low strength and high toxics of concrete products. Selected shapes of waste Bakelite are similar to a fiber which could be used to reinforce concrete. In this research, waste Bakelite was selected into a suitable shape and was mixed with a proportion of 0%, 3%, 5%, and 7% by volume of concrete. The slump of fresh concrete, compressive strength, and flexural strength were tested. The results discovered that the addition of 3% to 7% waste Bakelite bar as a fiber had no negative significant impact on the workability of fresh concrete. In addition, the adding bar shape of waste Bakelite 5% by volume into concrete showed a positive effect on the mechanical tensile strength and flexural strength of concrete while the product shows almost non-toxics discharge from colorimetric observation.

Experimental Study on Workability of Natural Aggregate Concrete Incorporated with Crumb Rubber

This study investigated the effect of crumb rubber on the workability of fresh concrete. Crumb rubber was used to replace fine aggregate at 0%, 5%, 10%, 15% and 25%. Physical properties (particle size gradation, specific gravity, bulk density and aggregate impact value) of the aggregates: sharp sand, Bida natural stone and crumb rubber were determined. Furthermore, the sharp sand and Bida natural stone used for this research were characterized as normal weight aggregates while the crumb rubber was characterized as a light weight aggregate. Workability of the concrete in its fresh state was extensively studied. Generally, the workability of fresh concrete reduced as the crumb rubber increased from 0% to 25%. The reduction in slump values was adduced to the absorbent nature of the crumb rubber. Hence, the research recommended a water-to-cement ratio of 0.55 – 0.60 for use in the production of concrete containing crumb rubber. It was concluded that crumb rubber can be used to produce low workability concrete for use in mass concrete foundations, lightly reinforced concrete elements and roads.

Experimental Study on Preparation and Characteristics of Concrete Modified by Construction Waste

With the advancement of urbanization construction, the proportion of construction waste to the total urban waste continues to increase, especially waste concrete. The treatment and reuse of waste concrete is a major trend that poses enormous pressure on environmental protection. This article focuses on the problems in the preparation of recycled aggregates from waste concrete, which has important practical value. This article presents a new type of recycled concrete prepared through surface modification of recycled coarse aggregate and design experiments to change the replacement rate of coarse aggregate. The physical properties of recycled coarse aggregate, workability of fresh concrete, and mechanical properties of recycled concrete are analyzed. The research results indicate the following: (1) Through surface modification, recycled concrete can improve the workability of fresh concrete at a fixed water cement ratio, which can meet the requirements of mixing, transportation, and pouring of fresh concrete. (2) By modifying the surface of recycled aggregates, the strong water absorption performance of recycled aggregates caused by old mortar and surface defects has been reduced. And the modification effect of recycled aggregate improves the hydration process of recycled concrete, making the surface structure dense and further enhancing the strength of recycled concrete. (3) The compressive strength of recycled concrete specifications from construction waste shows a decreasing trend with the increase in coat aggregate replacement rate. The final ratio is as follows: modular dose of 12%, modification time of 90 min, and 20% recycled aggregate content.

Synergistic effect of recycling waste coconut shell ash, metakaolin, and calcined clay as supplementary cementitious material on hardened properties and embodied carbon of high strength concrete

Researchers are investigating eco-friendly binders like coconut shell ash (CSA), metakaolin (MK), and calcined clay (CC) as supplementary cementitious materials (SCM) in high-strength concrete (HSC). Abundantly available as industrial or agricultural waste, these materials, when combined with Portland cement (PC), offer synergistic benefits. This not only improves concrete performance but also addresses waste disposal issues, presenting a sustainable and environmentally friendly solution for long-term use in HSC production. However, this study performed on fresh and mechanical characteristics of HSC blended with CSA, MK, and CCA alone and together as SCM after 28 days of curing. A total of 504 samples of standard concrete were cast and the cubical samples were tested to achieve the targeted compressive strength about 80 MPa after 28 days. The experimental results indicated that the rise in tensile, flexural and compressive strengths of 9.62%, 8.27%, and 10.71% at 9% of CSA, MK, and CC as SCM after 28 days of curing. As SCM content increases, the density, porosity and water absorption of concrete decrease. Moreover, the workability of fresh concrete is getting reduced when the concentration of SCMs increases in HSC. In addition, the concrete's sustainability assessment revealed that employing 18% MK, CC, and CSA as SCM reduced carbon emissions by approximately 11.78%. It is suggested that using 9% CC, MK and CSA together in HSC yields the best results for practical applications in civil engineering.

The effect of JKR surface energy on the flowing property of fresh concrete in DEM simulation

The effect of Johnson–Kendall–Roberts (JKR) surface energy on the flowing property of fresh concrete was numerically studied. The fresh concrete was simplified into coarse aggregate and mortar, both described as the particles. The Hertz-Mindlin with JKR contact model was employed to describe the constitutive relationship of fresh concrete. The contact parameters were calibrated through experiment and numerical simulation of multiple flow tests. The impact of these contact parameters on the residual height (Hr) of fresh concrete after slumping was examined using a slump test. The significance degree of mortar–mortar contact parameters on the Hr was studied using an orthogonal test. The effect of the surface energy ( γ ) on the flow index (Bm) and flow time (Tv) of fresh concrete was studied intensively based on the L-box flow and V-funnel tests. The mortar–mortar contact parameters, γ and rolling friction coefficient (μ r), most significantly impacted the Hr. The mortar–mortar surface energy ( γ m-m) significantly impacted Bm and Tv compared to the aggregate–mortar and aggregate–aggregate surface energies (( γ a-m) and ( γ a-a), respectively). The effect of γ a-a, γ a-m, and γ m-m on Bm was interconnected. Under appropriate parametric values, the Bm was the most stable, and the workability of fresh concrete was the best. In addition, as γ increased, Hr and Bm decreased and Tv increased. The flowability of the fresh concrete worsened.

Development of Ultra-High Performance Geopolymer Concrete Containing Recycled Fine Aggregate Replacement

The construction industry continually strives to enhance sustainability and reduce environmental impact. Developing innovative concrete materials that utilize recycled aggregates and alternative cementitious binders has gained significant attention in this context. This abstract presents a study on developing ultra-high-performance geopolymer concrete (UHPGC) by replacing fine aggregates with recycled materials. This research aims to develop UHPGC by incorporating recycled fine aggregate waste (RFAW) as a partial replacement for fine aggregate. Four different concrete mixes were prepared and tested to evaluate RFAW's influence on the performance of UHPGC, considering replacements of up to 30% of fine aggregate. The study examined the fresh properties and mechanical characteristics of the resulting material. The experimental outcomes demonstrated that adding RFAW enhanced the workability of fresh concrete, making it more easily manageable. However, the mechanical properties of the hardened concrete were slightly affected to some extent. Specifically, the compressive strength decreased from 119 MPa to 103 MPa when 30% RAW was added. Conversely, with lower replacement percentages of 10% and 20%, the concrete exhibited no reduction in strength compared to the 30% replacement levels. This reduction in strength could be attributed to a weaker bond between the geopolymer gel and the recycled fine aggregate particles. Additionally, it was observed that as the proportion of RFAW increased, the water absorption of the UHPGC also increased. This indicates that the concrete had a higher tendency to absorb moisture. Nevertheless, the findings suggest that RFAW waste could be a viable resource for producing environmentally friendly UHPGC with improved physical, mechanical, and durability properties with appropriate optimization. The outcomes of this study can promote sustainable construction practices by reducing the reliance on virgin materials and promoting the circular economy within the civil engineering industry.

Image‐based analysis of fresh concrete flow ‐ determining the correlation between flow behavior and rheological properties

AbstractBesides compressive strength, the workability of fresh concrete is one of the most important characteristics of concrete. Only by adapting the rheology of the fresh concrete to the geometry of the element to be casted, the formation of air voids and damages can be avoided. This holds even more so true for 3D printable concrete. Currently, empirical test methods such as the slump test are used to determine rheological parameters. Rheometer tests, on the other hand, allow a much deeper insight into the rheological properties of concrete but are more challenging. Further, all currently available test methods can only be applied on a batch basis.In the paper at hand, a new approach for an automatic digital concrete quality control is presented using modern computer‐vision based analysis methods. Using a newly developed experimental setup, the flow of mortar down an inclined open channel is studied using a monocular camera setup. Differences in the mortar's rheology result in different flow behaviors which can be optically detected. Utilizing dense optical flow, rheological parameters are determined from the acquired monocular image sequences. The results shown in this paper prove that the computed flow behavior of the investigated mortars precisely correlates with their rheological properties, demonstrating the high potential of the method for an automated in‐line testing of fresh concrete e.g. during the discharge of a mixing truck.

Utilization of treated wastewater dry sludge for lightweight concrete and the use of treated waste water as a curing medium

The increasing generation of sludge from wastewater treatment plants and the growing concerns over sustainable waste management have led to a demand for innovative and eco-friendly approaches. This abstract presents a novel approach that addresses two significant environmental challenges: the utilization of dry sludge as a partial replacement for cement in concrete production and the use of wastewater as a curing medium for concrete. Concrete, being the most widely used construction material worldwide, has a significant environmental impact due to its extensive consumption of natural resources and high carbon emissions. To address these challenges, researchers have explored various sustainable alternatives, one of which is incorporating sludge, a byproduct of wastewater treatment plants, into concrete production. This abstract presents a comprehensive overview of the utilization of sludge as supplementary cementations material (SCM) in concrete, highlighting its potential benefits and challenges. Sludge, rich in organic and inorganic compounds, possesses properties that can enhance the performance of concrete. As a SCM, It can partially replace cement thereby reducing its demand and minimizing the carbon footprint associated with cement production. Additionally, sludge in corporation in concrete promotes waste management and offers a sustainable solution for the disposal of this abundant by product. The abstract examines the effects of sludge on various concrete properties, including workability, strength development, durability and environmental impacts. Studies have shown that sludge addition can enhance the workability of fresh concrete, leading to improved cohesiveness and reduced water demand. Furthermore, the pozzolanic and filler effects of sludge contribute to the strength development of hardened concrete, with potential improvements observed in both early age and long-term strengths. Moreover, the inclusion of sludge in concrete can enhance its durability performance, such as resistance to chloride ion penetration, sulfate attack and alkali-silica reaction. The abstract also discusses the potential environmental benefits, including reduced carbon emissions, energy saving and conservation of natural resources, resulting from sludge utilization in concrete production. Overall , in corporation sludge into concrete presents a promoting opportunity to enhance the sustainability of the construction industry; further research and development efforts are required to fully understand the long term performance and environmental implication of sludge-based concrete and to overcome the associated challenges. By embracing sludge as valuable resources, the construction sector can move towards a more circular economy and contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.

Uncertainty propagation in discrete element models using PDEM

The Discrete Element Method (DEM) for the analysis of cohesive granular materials, such as concrete, requires the use of contact interaction models with several parameters. Despite the existence of a number of approaches to estimate these parameters, uncertainty in their values is inevitable. This uncertainty propagates across the system, giving rise to uncertainty in the measured response. It is important to estimate this uncertainty and to check and control dispersion in the results in order to improve the predictive ability of the DEM model. This usually requires running a very large number of simulations to effectively sample the space of random parameters and thereby obtain the probability density function (PDF) of the response. Such an approach is not feasible for DEM-based simulations on account of the inordinate computational cost. The present paper provides an alternate approach based on the Probability Density Evolution Method (PDEM). PDEM, which requires fewer sampling points, is employed for the fast and efficient generation of the PDF. The approach is demonstrated through a DEM model developed for the slump test, widely used to determine the workability of fresh concrete. The simulation results are analysed using PDEM, enabling the PDF of the measured response to be determined from the results of a limited number of trials. Moreover, the dispersion in the DEM results is found to be low, with a relatively small coefficient of variation, thereby attesting to the predictive ability of the DEM model.

Experimental Study into the Mechanical Properties of Plastic Concrete: Compressive Strength Development over Time, Tensile Strength and Elastic Modulus

Plastic Concrete is a low-strength (fcm,28d≤ 1.0 MPa), low-stiffness, impervious concrete used for cut-off wall construction in earthen dams. To date, there has been no systematic study on the effect of mix design on the long-term time development of the mechanical properties (compressive strength, tensile strength, and elastic modulus) of Plastic Concrete. Therefore currently no Plastic Concrete specific constitutive law for cut-off wall design exists. The present study closes this gap. Ten Plastic Concrete mixes with two bentonite-cement ratios and three types of sodium bentonite were produced. Fresh concrete workability tests were performed for all mixes. Compressive strength tests were performed at ages 28 d, 56 d, 91 d and four years. Splitting tensile strength and elastic modulus tests were performed at 28 days. The workability results show a good linear correlation between slump and flow table tests. Plastic Concrete’s compressive strength development over time is notably slower than that of ordinary concrete, and a new time development model following fib MC 2020 is established using a fitted sC coefficient. The splitting tensile strength shows an overall good, linear correlation with compressive strength, with an approximate ratio of 0.135. Furthermore, the elastic modulus EC,S according to EN 12390-13 concrete tests show significantly higher elastic modulus than the available data, and a model approximation for the elastic modulus EC,S as a function of compressive strength is also provided. Overall, this study provides the first Plastic Concrete specific mechanical property models, confirming the critical role mix design plays on Plastic Concrete’s short and long-term mechanical properties. Thus, the developed models enable a more realistic Plastic Concrete cut-off wall design and provide an important basis for future research.

Durability and fire resistance of high-performance fiber reinforced concrete with fly ash

ABSTRACT High-performance concrete (HPC) is currently widely utilised in the civil engineering and construction industry. The rising use of HPC in structural applications, as well as the necessity to justify fire resistance, has prompted numerous laboratories to research high-temperature characteristics. The relevant properties of HPC with polypropylene fiber (PPF) and fly ash (FA) were determined through an experimental study. This paper presents some key aspects related to compressive strength for High-Performance Fiber Reinforced Concrete (HPFRC) with and without FA at high temperatures ranging from 100°C to 800°C for use in fire resistance calculations. Visual investigation revealed a change in colour as the temperature rose. It may be used as a guide for maintaining, designing, and predicting the life of HPC structures, such as high-rise buildings that are exposed to high temperatures. Detailed research on the mechanical and durability characteristics like the workability of fresh concrete, as well as compressive strength, modulus of elasticity, drying shrinkage, water permeability, and sorptivity coefficient of hardened concrete containing PPF and FA is also reported in this paper. FA concentration in concrete mixtures was 0%, 10%, 20%, 30%, and 40% on a mass basis, with fibre volume fraction ranging from 0% to 0.3% on a volume basis.

Experimental evaluation of shrinkage properties in concrete incorporating coal mine waste rock

This research investigates the properties of concrete utilizing coal mine waste rock (CMWR) as a substitute for river sand. The workability of fresh concrete is assessed through slump tests, revealing a decrease in a slump as the percentage of CMWR replacement increases. The density of the concrete mixtures increased with curing time, and the compressive strength also exhibited an upward trend but with lower values compared to the control concrete when CMWR was used as a replacement. The reduction in compressive strength ranges from 11.4% to 47.6% for CMWR replacement levels of 25% to 100%. The study also examines the influence of climate conditions, including temperature and humidity. Shrinkage deformation tests indicate that CMWR concrete demonstrates higher plastic and dry shrinkage than river sand concrete. CMWR concrete exhibits significantly higher drying shrinkage, attributed to the enhanced water absorption capacity of CMWR particles. These findings provide valuable insights into the performance of concrete incorporating CMWR and propose potential strategies for mitigating its effects. The research outcomes contribute to the knowledge base in the field and offer practical implications for the operation of CMWR in concrete applications

Experimental Investigation on Ternary Blended Recycled Aggregate Concrete Using Glass Fibers

The demand for sustainable construction materials has driven the exploration of various innovative approaches to enhance the properties of concrete for reducing its environmental impact. The present study examines the effects of incorporating recycled concrete aggregate (RCA), slag cement, alccofine, and glass fibers into concrete mixtures. In the present study, it has been observed that recycled concrete aggregate (RCA) exhibits inferior properties, including higher water absorption and poorer performance, when compared to natural coarse aggregate. Various replacement levels of RCA were utilized in this study to assess its impact on concrete performance. Alccofine, a supplementary cementitious material, is used to partially replace the binding material. Additionally, glass fibers were added to enhance the flexural and tensile behavior of the concrete. The concrete mixtures were designed to meet the required strength and durability specifications. A comprehensive testing program was conducted to evaluate the fresh and hardened properties of the concrete. A slump cone test was performed for assessing the workability of fresh concrete. For hardened concrete, compressive strength, flexural strength, and split tensile strength are evaluated. The results demonstrated that incorporating RCA, slag cement, alccofine, and glass fibers into the concrete mixtures improved mechanical properties. The use of RCA led to a reduction in natural resource consumption, namely natural coarse aggregate in concrete. On the other hand, the generated construction and demolition (C&D) waste is used effectively. Portland slag cement (PSC) and alccofine (A) improved the long-term strength of concrete. The addition of glass fibers significantly enhanced the tensile and flexural performance of the concrete, resulting in improved crack resistance and overall performance. This study introduces a novel concept by exploring the potential utilization of recycled concrete aggregate, slag cement, alccofine, and glass fibers in combination as sustainable and high-performance components in concrete mixtures. Previous research has not extensively studied this combination of materials, making it a unique and innovative approach. These findings contribute to the development of eco-friendly construction practices and provide insights for engineers, researchers, and practitioners aiming to incorporate recycled materials and supplementary cementitious materials into concrete construction.

Effects of Bamboo Leaf Ash on Alkali-Silica Reaction in Concrete

The construction industry is generally faced with so many challenges of which deterioration in concrete structures caused by Alkali-silica reaction (ASR) is one of the pressing challenges. This reaction induces expansion in concrete, resulting in its eventual cracking and subsequent failure. Research direction is being geared towards obtaining properties of pozzolanic concrete of recently discovered different biogenic pozzolans such as bamboo leaf ash (BLA). BLA has been proven to be acceptable in terms of compressive strength and some other properties but few researches have been performed on the impacts of ASR on BLA concrete structures. This research work focuses on investigating the properties of BLA through X-ray diffraction and fluorescence analyses, and its effectiveness in resisting or eliminating ASR that may be present in concrete. Tests were performed on concrete bars soaked in NaOH at a temperature of 80 oC to determine the possible reactivity of aggregates to ASR. In addition, workability and the compressive strengths of BLA concrete at different percentage levels were determined after curing for 7, 28 and 56 days. The findings of the research show that BLA improves the workability of fresh concrete, however, it causes a decline in the compressive strength of concrete when compared with the strength of conventional concrete. Also, BLA has no detrimental effect on the linear expansion of concrete. This study recommends that a 5% partial replacement of cement with BLA will give effective performance when used in areas where strength is not the major priority. Alkali-silica reaction, bamboo leaf ash, compressive strength, concrete, construction, linear expansion, pozzolans

A Workability of Fresh Concrete with Micro Silica Enclosed in Recycled Aggregate

Abstract: The most essential material utilised in the construction sector is concrete. Concrete contains a lot of natural aggregates, which harms the environment. Nowadays, a lot of buildings are torn down and rebuilt, which creates issues with the dumping of waste. Recycling or reusing construction and demolition debris is a crucial component of sustainable construction. It will continue to provide a welcoming, green environment. Concrete using recycled aggregates has low strength and poor workability due to the microcracks on its surface. Micro silica can be used to get around this drawback. In this study, experimental findings for the incorporation of recycled aggregate with micro silica were presented.

Assessing the Influence of Variations in Chemical Composition of Cement Brands in Ghana on their Setting and Workability of Concrete

The reliance on inferior on cement products for the construction of housing projects and other civil engineering infrastructural facilities has led to a number of building and other structural failures in Ghana over the years. The manufacturing of concrete utilized in the building of various structural member, such as columns, beams, slabs, footings and wall, was negatively impacted by the use of low-quality cements, rendering them unable to sustain any loads placed on them. Another observation made from the cement used was the inadequate proportioning of the chemical compounds during the manufacturing process which has negatively affected the setting of the concrete contributing to poor performance of structural elements in buildings and other infrastructural projects. In this research, the impacts of the variations in chemical constituents including SiO2, Al2O3, Fe2O3, Na2O, K2O, CaO, MgO, and SO3 in the different brands on setting times of cement and workability of fresh concrete were examined. The Vicat apparatus and the slump apparatus set-ups were used to measure the setting time and concrete workability respectively. It was found that the majority of the chemical compounds of the various cement brands evaluated in this research provided appreciable setting time as well as typical and acceptable consistencies. Most cement brands showed initial and final setting times between 30 and 271-306 minutes for cements in the 32.5R class. The initial and final setting times generated by the test were likewise observed to fall within 30 minutes and between 172-263 minutes, respectively, in the 42.5R class of cements, where a similar pattern was also observed. It was noted that for the same water-cement-ratio in all the concretes from the different brands of cement, good workability was obtained.

Influence of Fresh Concrete Properties on the Mechanical Properties of Hardened Concrete

Abstract: Characteristics of hard concrete such as compressive strength are significantly affected by freshly prepared concrete properties. The properties of fresh concrete affect the future performance of structures. Compressive strength is found to be major parameter indicating condition of any concrete structures. In this work affect of basic properties such ratio of cement to aggregate; water to cement ratio, workability and density of fresh concrete on the compressive strength is evaluated and a regression model is developed.

Experimental investigation of industrial wastes in concrete: Mechanical and microstructural evaluation of pumice powder and Fly Ash in concrete

Industrial wastes have been widely used worldwide in the construction industry as a pozzolana aiming to reduce Portland cement utilization and to produce economical, energy-efficient, and environment-friendly concrete. Fly ash is a well-recognized and extensively used pozzolana in concrete, whereas pumice has been scarcely used for this purpose. This study intends to experimentally investigate the beneficial utilization of textile industry waste-derived pumice powder (PP) and its comparison with Fly Ash (FA) in concrete. A total of ten mixes of concrete were prepared with PP, FA, and their ternary mixes (PF) by replacing cement with 15 %, 25 %, and 35 %, respectively. The results show that PP possesses higher pozzolanic potential attributed to the presence of higher content of amorphous silica (SiO2) as detected in the X-Ray Fluorescence (XRF) and X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) test and justified by the Strength Activity Index (SAI). Moreover, the addition of both pozzolana enhances rheological properties along with the workability of fresh concrete. In the case of Mechanical properties, the inclusion of 25 % PP shows better performance among all mixes, whereas FA mixes gain strength in later ages. Furthermore, the hydration products assessed by thermogravimetric analysis (TGA) and Fourier-transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR) analysis justified the formation of secondary hydration products and higher pozzolanic potential of PP.

Use of Ground Glass Waste as Aggregate Filler in Concrete

The disposal of the huge volume of glass waste is one of the significant environmental issues that need to be addressed. One of the efficient ways to solve this problem is to incorporate ground glass waste in concrete mixtures. However, its inherent surface smoothness and microcracks within the glass particle harm the hardened properties of concrete. Minimizing the particle size and controlling the amount of cement in the mixture can reduce the adverse effect of using glass in concrete. This study utilized ground glass waste (850 μm) as aggregate filler in a concrete mix. More specifically, this study investigated the effect of paste volume (Vp) on the properties of fresh and hardened concrete with ground glass waste as aggregate filler. Based on the test results, ground glass waste as aggregate filler negatively affects the workability of fresh concrete, but increasing the amount of paste can mitigate it. Vp values in terms of void volume (Vv) in the aggregates of 1.6Vv and 1.8Vv achieved satisfactory consistency of fresh concrete. In addition, the concrete compressive strength increased when increasing Vp. The test results have shown that ground glass waste has the potential to be utilized as aggregate filler in concrete mixtures.