Chemical Admixtures for Concrete, Third Edition by Roger Aixom and Noel Mailvaganam (1999 Hardcover, no Dust Jacket) Chemical admixtures are used in concrete mixtures to produce particular engineering properties such as rapid hardening, water-proofing or resistance to cold. Chemical Admixtures for Concrete surveys recent developments in admixture technology, explaining the mechanisms by which admixtures produce their effects, the various types of admixtures available, their selection and use. Because of the economies they can offer, admixtures are being used increasingly in civil engineering projects worldwide. The book pays particular attention to good practice and includes a detailed chapter on the international standards currently in force. xix + 437pp. Hardcover has laminated boards with shades of blue to white illustrations and lettering, but has no dust jacket. First glance it looks like a new book with square corners, seldom opened, no highlighting or notes in margin, however pages 109 to 116 have been glued together at head of spine. This repair/accident does not affect usability or information in this part of book. In addition, exterior cover has oil spots. Interior is tight, clean , and unmarked. No Ownership markings, always privately owned. Copyrights 1999,1986 1979. Stated Third edition. No print-run info found. Printed bound in Great Britain. ISBN: 0-419-22520-X. LCCN: 98-43377. No MSR.