Lightweight aggregate concrete is covered, briefly, in most structural design codes but reference is generally made to specialist documents for more detailed information. This book aims to bring together all aspects of the material, considering the manufacture of the aggregates, mix design and construction, design requirements and specific applications in buildings, bridges and other structures. Information has been included not only from the UK but also from the rest of Europe, the USA and Japan. The authors of the various chapters all have extensive experience of lightweight aggregate concrete and are drawn from all branches of the industry.

This book is intended for all those who may be concerned with lightweight aggregate concrete, be they specifiers, materials suppliers, designers, contractors or the eventual owners of the building or structure. It is hoped that, by dealing with all the aspects, this book will help lightweight aggregate concrete to achieve its rightful place in construction.

This edition published in the Taylor & Francis e-Library, 2005.