MATERIAL MANAGEMENT AND COST-EFFECTIVE PROJECT: TREATMENT OF EXPENSIVE SOIL BY UTILIZATION OF LIME IN PAKISTAN

Abstract

The study is conducted to evaluate the material management with respect to cost effectiveness regarding soil utilization of lime project, and the potential applicability of the materials as Pozzallans in Pakistan. Lime (L) was applied to soil at concentrations of 5%, 10%, and 15% based on the soil's dry weight. The study focused on analyzing physical properties & behaviors of untreated and treated soil, specifically emphasizing volume change. After conducting experimental program, we have obtained results for specific gravity, moisture to dry the density ratio, unconfined compressive strength (UCS), and swelling potential. The study's results offer important information wherein the most significant result is that behaviors of swelling & decreasing were significantly improved. Ultimately, it was concluded that using 10% lime solution yielded most significant outcomes. To achieve effectiveness, combining it with porous soils & compact it under light loads is necessary to take under consideration. Finally, it is concluded that the cost may reduce and quality of the project may be enhanced of the project by implementing the project management in pure essence.