Lightweight concrete blocks have revolutionised the
construction industry. They are often preferred by builders of houses and
construction companies because of their many benefits. Take note, though, that
those advantages may vary according to the type of concrete used. After all, lightweight
concrete can be manufactured in different ways. They are classified as foamed,
aggregated, and AAC (autoclaved aerated concrete.) The general advantages of
lightweight concrete are the following:
· Efficient
As the name implies, the main advantage of lightweight concrete is its density or weight per unit. They weigh between
1400 to 1800 kg/m³. This directly affects labour process and time, allowing
builders to finish their projects faster.
· Lower
Cost
Construction companies can realise great savings when
using this type of concrete because the units are transported in a larger
amount. With lightweight concrete, the designer of the structure can reduce the
sizes of the columns and other structural elements. Therefore, the large
investment cost of this concrete is offset by the reduced volume of concrete
needed.
· Reduced
dead load
The structural load of a building or a house is a
factor that must be considered during design. This is especially important in
tall buildings. Lightweight concrete is ideal for most constructions such as
floors, external cladding, and partition. They make it possible to build
structures with unique designs that could have been rejected otherwise because
of weight restrictions.
· Durable
Durability is also an issue with lightweight concrete because they
can have the strength and characteristics of a normal weight concrete.
· Better
thermal insulation
Lightweight concrete allows builders to create
comfortable and sustainable structures. A 125 mm wall made of AAC blocks can provide
four times thermal insulation than a 230 mm wall made of red clay brick.
It pays to evaluate all
your options when you are in the market for an AAC contractor in India. Some of
the things that you should check to get an idea of the quality of the company's
AAC blocks include their customer testimonials, recent projects, awards, and
recognition.
