AAC blocks- Introducers of green

building concept in India

 How AAC blocks are better than traditional concrete blocks?

Since many years AAC blocks are getting compared with traditionally-used concrete
blocks where experts have clearly highlighted the positive points for which AAC blocks
have been found superior. The updated reviews have also revealed those common
facts proving that AAC blocks are far improved than normal concrete blocks.
• Sustainable and eco-friendly: AAC blocks have got the highest sustainability as a result of which the productivity
and longevity of the constructed buildings get increased. Productive usage of recycled wastes especially fly-ash
can be ensured. Only steam is being produced during manufacturing process and this specific point has made
green building concept in India much more highlighting than ever. No poisonous gases are exuded and only toxic
materials are used. Energy-consumption for creating these blocks is much lesser than other traditional options.
• Lightweight: three-four times lighter in comparison to traditional materials as a result of which they can be
cheaply and easily transported. Both CMU and cast-in-place blocks are heavier than these materials. Taller
building construction can be efficiently performed due to reduction of building’s dead-loading.
• Fire resistant: Till 1600 degree fire can be resisted and thus AAC blocks have been declared as the non-
combustible products for construction. Direct exposure of fire can be barred for maximum 6 hours.
• Energy-efficient and thermally-insulated: Both air-conditioning and heating costs can be minimized with
outstanding thermal insulation catered by thermal block-mass and tiny air-pores.
• Acoustic performance: Sound-absorption qualities are simply superb predominantly due to porous block
structures. Major disturbances and sounds can be prevented by these blocks and thus they are so very precious.
Acoustic insulation is needed in some specific laces like hospitals, schools, colleges, offices, hotels, multi-family
housing and other related ones. AAC blocks have now gifted you with a peaceful life where you will not face any
disturbances at all.
• Design flexibility and easy workability: Blocks have got higher flexibility as they can be
conveniently drilled, shaped, cut, grooved, milled and nailed for suiting individual
requirements. Custom sizes are available. Both electrical installation and hydro-sanitary can
be simplified especially ducts or pipes. They need to be installed immediately after the
completion of main construction.
• Seismic resistant: earthquake impacts can be minimized to a great extent as the materials are
so very lighter in weight. Since these blocks are non-combustible therefore it is quite
advantageous for resisting fires that comes along with earthquakes.
• Precision: Exact sizes are available with the reduced usage of steel and cement. Smooth walls
can be created for developing absolutely perfect contacts in between various elements that
are required for construction.
• Low maintenance: Both construction and operating cost can be minimized and on the other
hand lower amounts of steel and cement are needed. Energy costs and jointing can be
reduced with these blocks. Carpet area increases with the usage of blocks of varied sizes.
Wall plastering and painting last for a longer tenure as a result of which maintenance
expenses come down.
• Pest resistance: AAC blocks always get protected against different kinds of pests especially
termites.
• Faster construction: Construction time can be reduced by almost 20%. Different block-sixes
assist in reducing joint-numbers within wall masonry. Construction can be completed faster
and easier by using light-weighted blocks. The blocks can be easily installed and on the other
hand they get quickly hardened after installation.