A thesis on cement testing and a description of the manufacture of Portland cement

Annotation This work, written by T.A. Coleman in the late 19th century, proposes a thesis on cement testing and gives a description of the manufacture of Portland cement. The introduction describes the lengthy research, testing, and analysis process from which Coleman developed his argument. To guide his research Colman used charts reflecting the different make-up compositions of a variety of cements. An analysis of Portland cement was conducted, with in this evaluation Coleman referenced multiple scientists opinions on Portland cement. Notes on the manufacture of Portland cement were collected and cement tests were performed to assist Coleman's research.