Which cement is best for construction in India?

 

Cement is the star material of all construction. Whether residential or commercial, big or small, there isn’t any construction possible without cement. That is why this is one raw material that everyone knows of despite not being associated with this field. As per stats, Cement industry is the second-most important industry in India after iron and steel. The industry is flourishing and many players have enjoyed a strong presence through the decades while quite a few are trying to strengthen their hold.

Modern day cement has evolved drastically through the years. From civil construction to plastering, concrete, slab construction, cement is used in all types of construction in different quantities and ratios. There are various degrees and types of cement that are used in construction depending upon the requirement of the project. The usage of degree also varies depending upon the compressive strength required. Heavy-duty construction projects like bridge, damns require high degree of cement for maximum compressive strength. Ordinary Portland Cement (OPC), Portland Pozzolana Cement (PPC), Portland Slag Cement (PSC), White Cement are some of the popular types of cement being used in construction in India.

All types of cement are manufactured as per Indian standards. Whether it is a well-known brand or a fairly new brand, they have to adhere to the standards. The price varies from time to time and one should have a thorough understanding of the same. The choice also depends on the availability of the brand in a particular region, popularity of the brand and the cost. For commercial construction where large amounts of cement are required, negotiation with the brand is possible. For residential projects where marginal cement quantity is required, you could buy it online or from a local dealer. As far as cost is concerned, PPC cement is cheaper than OPC cement making it an ideal choice for home construction. There are a few brands in India that are well-known brands and have a strong presence in the Indian market. Ambuja Cement, UltraTech Cement, ACC Cement, Dalmia Cement, Shree Cement are some of the names that everyone has heard of. From electronic advertising to OOH advertising, these brands are pretty popular.

Dalmia Cement is one of the leaders of the cement industry over the decades. Its presence spans across 22 states and union territories mainly in east, north east and southern India with presence in U.P. and Maharashtra as well. With a range cement variants, they offer diverse types under three marquee brands namely Dalmia Cement, Dalmia DSP and Konark Cement. These brands have cement available as Portland Pozzolana Cement, Portland Slag Cement, Composite Cement, Ordinary Portland Cement. Dalmia Cement is also known for producing super-speciality cements that are used for heavy-duty construction like oil wells, railway sleepers and air strips. Depending upon your requirement and the scale of construction, every demand is met at Dalmia Cement as they cater to every type of construction.

If you’re starting a construction project, read everything about cement online, enquire from the dealers, get in touch with the brand experts, find out the prices and then make an informed choice. After all, it is an integral part of any construction and should be bought once you have all the quires solved.

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