Why AAC Blocks are Eco Friendly
Environmental impacts:
Green House Gas Emission is lowest
AAC blocks have lower embodied energy per square metre which is not available in other concrete alternatives. As a result, impact of greenhouse gas emission is considerably less on the AAC Blocks.
Use of Fly Ash for Production of Alphalite AAC Blocks
Fly ash dust contains harmful checmicals which are affecting environment . The AAC block/Fly ash brick is a proper utilization of such waste biohazardous byproduct
| Environmental Benefits | |
|---|---|
| Use of Fly Ash | 200 MT fly Ash produced annually. 33% is unutilised which is in-disposable and can cause land pollution.1.8L TON of Fly ash is used annually solving the problem of indisposed fl y ash as this is the by product of thermal power plants. |
| Greenhouse Gas Emission | 240 MT carbon produced by Red brick annually . Use of AAC blocks helps for non-emission of greenhouse gases. |
Advantages of Alphalite AAC Blocks
Eco-friendly
- Makes productive use of recycled industrial waste (fly ash).
- Non-polluting manufacturing process – the only by-product is steam.
- Made of non-toxic ingredients.
- Does not exude gases.
- Total energy consumption for producing AAC is less than 1⁄2 of what it takes to produce other building material.
Lightweight
- 3-4 times lighter than traditional bricks, therefore, easier and cheaper to transport; AAC block weigh approximately 50% less than a standard CMU block and approximately 30% of standard cast-in-place concrete.
- Usage reduces overall dead load of a building, thereby allowing construction of taller buildings.
Thermally Insulated & Energy Efficient
- Tiny air pores and thermal mass of blocks provide excellent thermal insulation, thus reducing heating and air conditioning costs of a building.
Fire Resistant
- Non-combustible and fire resistant up to 1600° C and can withstand up to 6 hours of direct exposure.
Acoustic Performance
- Superior sound absorption qualities due to porous structure of blocks.
- Offers sound attenuation of about 42 dB, blocking out all major sounds and disturbances.
- Ideal for schools, hospitals, hotels, offices, multi-family housing and other structures that require acoustic insulation.
Easy Workability and Design Flexibility
- Blocks can be easily cut, drilled, nailed, milled and grooved to fit individual requirements.
- Available in custom sizes.
- Simplifies hydro-sanitary and electrical installations, such as pipes or ducts, which can be installed after the main construction is complete.
Sustainable
- Retains properties over time.
- Made of non-allergenic material.
- Use of AAC improves indoor air quality.
Earthquake Resistant
- Lightweight blocks reduce mass of a structure, thus decreasing the impact of an earthquake on a building.
- Non-combustible nature provides an advantage against fires, which commonly accompany earthquakes.
Precision
- Available in exact sizes.
- Results in smooth walls with perfect contact between different elements.
- Reduces cement and steel usage.
Termite/Pest Resistant
- Due to structure of blocks, AAC blocks cannot be damaged or infested by termites and other pests.
Cost Effective
- Reduces operating cost by 30% to 40%.
- High-insulation blocks save up to 30% in energy costs.
- Variety in sizes of blocks helps increase carpet area.
- Wall painting and plastering last longer as almost nil efflorescence affects AAC. This translates into lower maintenance costs.
Faster Construction
- Reduces construction time by 20% or more.
- Different sizes of blocks help reduce the number of joints in wall masonry.
- Lighter blocks make construction easier and faster.
- Easy to install. Sets and hardens quickly.