High Performance Concrete Mix Design
(HPC Mix Design)

Scientifically proportioned high performance concrete mix design achieving strength grades M60–M100 with enhanced durability, low permeability and controlled workability for critical infrastructure applications.

Overview

What is the High Performance Concrete Mix Design?

High Performance Concrete (HPC) is concrete designed to achieve exceptional strength (typically >60 MPa), very low permeability, high durability and specified workability simultaneously — meeting performance requirements that conventional concrete cannot achieve. HPC typically incorporates SCMs (silica fume, GGBS, fly ash), superplasticisers and optimised aggregate grading.

At Global Lab, HPC mix designs are developed as per IS 10262:2019 and ACI 211.4R for grades M60 to M100 using actual project materials. Every mix is validated through comprehensive trial testing including fresh properties (slump flow, T500, V-funnel) and hardened properties (3, 7, 28 and 56-day strength, RCPT, resistivity).

M60–M100 Grade Capability

Mix designs for ultra-high strength grades including reactive powder concrete.

SCM Optimisation

Optimal silica fume, GGBS and fly ash combinations for strength and durability.

Superplasticiser Compatibility

Compatibility testing of PCE superplasticisers with cement and SCMs.

Full Durability Testing

RCPT, resistivity, water absorption and shrinkage tested alongside strength.

NABL Certified Reports

Mix design report on NABL-accredited letterhead with complete test data.

All HPC Applications

Bridge decks, precast segments, marine structures and nuclear containment.

Test in Action

High Performance Concrete Mix Design — Site Images

HPC Trial Mix Preparation

Slump Flow Test on HPC Mix

HPC Strength

Test Procedure

How the High Performance Concrete Mix Design is Conducted

1

Material Selection & Testing

Premium materials tested: low-alkali OPC, silica fume, GGBS, well-graded aggregates, PCE superplasticiser and water quality.
2

Target Strength & W/CM Ratio

Very low W/CM ratio (0.25–0.35) calculated for target mean strength per IS 10262 with reduced standard deviation.
3

SCM and Admixture Dosage Optimisation

Multiple trial combinations of silica fume/GGBS dosage and superplasticiser dose optimised for workability and strength.
4

Trial Mix — Fresh & Hardened Testing

Slump flow, T500, V-funnel, air content, density at fresh stage. Cube strength at 3, 7, 28 and 56 days plus RCPT and resistivity.
5

Final HPC Mix Report

Optimised mix proportions confirmed after meeting all strength and durability targets. Complete NABL report issued within 35 days.

Standards & Specifications

Applicable Test Standards

Standard	Title	Scope	Type
IS 10262:2019	Guidelines for Concrete Mix Design Proportioning	Mix Design	Indian Standard
ACI 211.4R	Guide for Selecting Proportions for High-Strength Concrete	HPC Mix	ACI
ASTM C1202	Standard Test Method for Electrical Indication of Concrete Ability to Resist Chloride Ion Penetration	Durability	ASTM
fib Model Code 2010	Model Code for Concrete Structures — High Performance Concrete	HPC Standard	fib

Applications

Where is the CAPO Test Used?

Long-span prestressed concrete bridges requiring M60–M80 girder strength

High-rise building columns and core walls above 60 storeys

Marine and offshore structures requiring extremely low chloride permeability

Nuclear containment structures with strict strength and impermeability requirements

Precast segmental bridge construction requiring consistent high-strength batches

Industrial floors subject to heavy impact, abrasion and chemical exposure

Why Choose Global Lab

Our Advantages

NABL Accredited ReportsLegally valid HPC mix design certificates for all structural consultants.

Actual Project MaterialsMix designed on your specific cement, SCMs and aggregates — not generic.

Full Durability ValidationStrength + RCPT + Resistivity + Shrinkage all tested before report issue.

Autovity Digital PlatformAccess all mix design data and test records digitally 24/7.

HPC Expertise15+ years of HPC mix design for bridges, nuclear and marine structures.

Site Technical SupportOur engineers available for on-site fresh concrete quality control during HPC pours.

High Performance Concrete Mix Design(HPC Mix Design)