
Definition of controlled low-strength material (CLSM)
Several terms have been used to describe this material, including flowable fill, unshrinkable fill, controlled density fill, flowable mortar, plastic soil-cement, and soil-cement slurry; however, the …
CLSM Topic - American Concrete Institute
Jul 1, 2022 · A controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-consolidating, cementing material used primarily as a backfill as an alternative to compacted fill. Many terms have been used to describe this …
CHAPteR 1—IntRoDUCtIon Controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-consol-idating cementitious material used primarily as a backfill as an alternative to compacted fill. Terms used to …
flowable fill Topic - American Concrete Institute
Sep 1, 2014 · The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development and distribution of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational …
topicdetail - American Concrete Institute
The American Concrete Institute (ACI) is a leading authority and resource worldwide for the development and distribution of consensus-based standards, technical resources, educational …
SP-150: Controlled Low-Strength Materials
The material is known by many names including flowable fill, controlled density fill, unshrinkable fill and soil-cement slurry. The American Concrete Institute defines CLSM as a material with a maximum …
ACI PRC-229R-13 (22) Report on Controlled Low-Strength Materials ...
Description Controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-consolidating cementitious material used primarily as a backfill as an alternative to compacted fill. This report contains information on …
Optimization of Flowable Fill Mix Proportions
Jun 1, 1994 · The effect of mix proportions on the compressive strength of flowable fill is investigated in this study. Flowable fill, composed of Type I cement, Class C fly ash, sand, and water, meets the …
Concrete Q & A: Tests for Flowable Fill
Feb 1, 2006 · I’m interested in using flowable fill for backfilling some utility trenches. What test methods can be used to evaluate the properties of the material?
229R-99: Controlled Low-Strength Materials
Apr 26, 1999 · Controlled low-strength material (CLSM) is a self-compacted, cementitious material used primarily as a backfill in place of compacted fill. Many terms are currently used to describe this …