AAC blocks- Introducers of green building concept in India

Posted by Divya Sharma on February 17th, 2017

Green buildings can sustain for long and this is the very reason they have won the highest visiting as one of the most durable buildings of the era. If you do not want to miss out the chance of lying within the lap of nature, then you should stick to the decision of having green buildings. These buildings are safe and can bear all kinds of climatic changes well.

Green buildings are of unique flavours and if you are a peace-loving fellow, then they are the most suitable option for you. AAC blocks have got special impacts as they are quite close to nature. In fact, the Green building concept in India has successfully emerged with the introduction of these eco-friendly blocks. These blocks are lighter in weight and thus can be easily lifted for construction purposes.

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.