
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Grading | Zone II as per IS 383:2016 |
| Fineness Modulus | 2.5-3.0 |
| Particle Shape | Cubical (VSI crushed) |
| Silt Content | Less than 2% |
| Bulk Density | 1,600-1,750 kg/m³ |
| Moisture Content | 2-4% |
| IS Standard | IS 383:2016 |
M-Sand (Manufactured Sand) is produced by crushing hard rock in VSI crushers and is now widely accepted as a replacement for river sand in concrete work. Most RMC plants in Mumbai already use M-Sand for their concrete production.
The key advantages of M-Sand over river sand are: consistent quality and grading, available year-round without seasonal disruption, no silt or organic impurities, and stable pricing. The cubical particle shape from VSI crushing provides good workability in concrete.
Ensure you buy M-Sand produced by VSI crushers, not regular jaw or cone crushers. VSI-crushed M-Sand has cubical particles that work well in concrete, while non-VSI crushed sand has flaky particles that can reduce concrete strength. Good M-Sand should have a Zone II grading as per IS 383.
Ambernath is an affordable housing destination in the eastern MMR corridor. New residential construction is concentrated along the Ambernath-Badlapur road and near the railway station. The MIDC area provides employment, driving housing demand. Several budget and mid-range residential projects are actively under construction.
“Getting quality M-Sand in Kalyan was always a problem. TMT BAR delivers consistent VSI-crushed sand with proper grading reports. No more silt issues.”
Ambernath in Thane (PIN: 421501) is 15 km from Kalyan MIDC. With same day delivery available, we ensure your m-sand (manufactured sand) reach your site on schedule. Ambernath is an affordable housing destination in the eastern MMR corridor.
M-Sand (Manufactured Sand) in Ambernath