The paper deals with the problem of utilization of red mud which is a waste product from alumina production using the Bayer method. The principal possible use for the red mud of JSC “Bogoslovsky aluminum plant” (Sverdlovsk region) for the compositions based on Portland cement is shown. It was found that the mud introduction accelerates beginning of the cement paste setting and thickens the paste reducing its mobility. It is concluded that the introduction of red mud up to 30 % is justified in terms of strength indicators. The work is carried out using mathematical planning of experiments. Keywords: red mud, Portland cement, active mineral additive, composition, properties, bauxite, chemical composition, cement stone strength, mathematical planning of experiments

The paper is devoted to research of influence of “MC-Bauchemie” additions on the fine-grained concrete properties, namely compressive strength. The results of testing of fine-grained concrete made on the basis of two different natural sands are presented. Characteristics of the initial materials used in the work (Portland cement, sands and additions-plasticizers) are given. The basic methods of preparation of mixes and testing of hardened cement stone and concrete are described. The optimal quantity of the selected additions on the example of cement paste and stone are established. Mobility dependences of concrete mixes on a type and quantity of plasticizers are received. The dependence of the additions effectiveness on the mobility of the concrete mix on the quality of the fine aggregate is shown. It is established that the most effective additive is PowerFlow 3100, its optimal amount for obtaining fine-grained concrete on the basis of JSC “Kar’er Myisyi” sand is 0.2 %.