Concrete and cement
The construction sector accounts for one-fifth of Sweden's climate impact, and concrete production accounts for six per cent of the world's total carbon dioxide emissions. At the same time, construction must increase to meet society's needs. To solve this impossible equation, the industry needs to both reduce emissions from new production and increase the reuse of existing structures. Concrete elements often have many years of life left when demolished, but currently lack quality assurance and standards for reuse.
Katarina Malaga
Chef Strategisk forskning och affärsutveckling
+46 10 516 68 62
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RISE is driving the transition to climate-neutral concrete. We develop standards for reuse and alternative materials, certify products for CE marking, and verify solutions in our large-scale 3D printing environment. From material development and life cycle analysis to finished structures, we help the industry realise tomorrow's sustainable solutions.
Testing and analysis of cement and concrete
Quality, safety, and sustainability are fundamental to every construction project. At RISE, we offer advanced analysis and testing of cement and concrete, covering everything from chemical composition to strength and long-term performance.
Test methods for alternative binders for early cracking
In civil engineering and infrastructure projects, structures with a high risk of early cracking are common. Assessment of the risk of cracking, which forms the basis for any measures to be taken, is a requirement under Anläggnings AMA (the Swedish Civil E
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Services in concrete and cement
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Testing, audit inspection and certification of aggregates
Accredited tests for mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of aggregates and filler for road-, asphalt-, mortar- and concrete purposes according to EN 12620, EN 13043 and EN 13139. We also perform audit inspections in the above-mentioned areas with the Construction Products Regulation, CPR…
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Testing, verification/audit, evaluation, and certification of binders
Accredited tests for mechanical, physical, and chemical properties of cement, masonry cement and mortar according to EN 197-1 and EN 413-1. We also perform sampling, audit inspections and evaluations in the above-mentioned areas against the Construction Products Regulation, CPR. RISE is a notified …
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Testing of frost resistance of concrete
Accredited testing of frost properties of concrete.
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Testing of hardened concrete - strength and chlorides
Mechanical and chemical analyzes of concrete.
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Testing of shotcrete
Testing of shotcrete.
Expertise in concrete and cement
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Climate smart cement and concrete
The Swedish construction industry is facing large technological challenges in the years to come. This is linked to the climate footprint of our built environment and we need to drastically reduce CO2 emissions as well as lower the exploitation of natural recourses.
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Utilization of waste streams in concrete
We can help you with strategies and technical development for recycling of residual and demolition waste, as well as excavation masses to secondary aggregate in concrete and other construction products, such as bricks.
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Textile reinforced concrete
Concrete reinforced with steel is globally the most used construction material. It is easily formable in a fresh state and has a good durability, even under harsh environmental conditions. The function of steel in concrete is to improve the tensile strength of the material and to control cracking b…
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Cellular lightweight concrete
During the last decades there is an increasing trend towards the use of lightweight materials in constructions and infrastructures. In that sense concrete is a material with an intermediate density of around 2400 kg/m3.
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Concrete dispute representative
In case of failure in new production or repairs, there may be a dispute about the cause of the faults, the responsibility for the faults and the consequences of the faults.
Technology infrastructures for concrete and cement
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Betcrete 3.0 – for a climate-neutral cement and concrete industry
Concrete is the most widely used building material in the world, but also a significant source of CO2 emissions.
Articles on concrete and cement
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Climate-smart concrete throughout the building process
In developing the tenant-owner association Viva in Gothenburg, Riksbyggen’s goal has been to create Sweden’s most innovative building project with a focus on sustainability. By thinking innovatively about concrete, they have identified methods to reduce the project’s carbon footprint.
“This projec…
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How we can build new from old
Municipalities are attempting to achieve ambitious climate goals, but must also meet the increasing need for new housing and premises. The construction sector wants to become part of a circular economy – but must first and foremost comply with strict building codes and material requirements. These …
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How the construction sector can increase the reuse of building components
Reusing heavy building components such as concrete frames will help the construction sector achieve net zero emissions by 2045 – while increasing the number of homes. Efforts are now underway to shape the market.
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Recycled concrete builds cities of the future
Producing concrete has become a major source of global CO2 emissions. Simultaneously, 70 percent of the world's population is expected to live in cities by 2050. The growing need for infrastructure and housing means that the use of concrete will increase sharply. Therefore, there is an urgent need …
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“Reuse must become the norm in the construction industry”
The construction sector has a lot to gain from reclaiming materials - especially load-bearing structures such as concrete frames, which often have a long lifespan after demolition. Despite the great climate potential, development is being slowed by unclear rules and uncertainty about quality. To sp…
Why RISE
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Standard development and quality assurance
– driving new standards for reuse and climate-improved concrete 02
Certification and testing
– notified body for CE marking, accredited laboratory since the 1940s 03
Test infrastructure
– the Nordic region's first large-scale 3D printing environment for prototypes and verification 04
Material development
– from alternative binders to reuse solutions for load-bearing structures 05
Comprehensive expertise
– combines materials science with design, durability and life cycle perspectivesRelevant areas for you
Built environment
Cities and communities are facing a complex transition where climate goals, social sustainability and economic development must go hand in hand. For …
Climate adaptation
Torrential rain flooding basements, heat waves creating unhealthy indoor environments, rising sea levels threatening coastal properties – extreme wea…
Infrastructure
Society's infrastructure is ageing and the maintenance debt is growing. Roads, bridges, railways, tunnels and utility networks need to be renewed and…
Circular transition
New EU directives and changing customer demands are prompting companies to adopt circular business models, but this transition is complex. Challenges…
Materials and durability
Selecting the appropriate material is essential for optimising a product's performance, lifespan, and environmental impact. At the same time, the ind…