Concrete

It is a concrete that has a lower density than ordinary concrete. In the composition of lightweight concrete, coarse aggregates with low density are usually used. In some cases, all or part of the fine aggregates of this type of concrete also have low density. Despite the low density, the strength of structural lightweight concrete is not much different from ordinary concrete. For this reason, this concrete can be used for structural and non-structural applications.

What are the uses of lightweight concrete?

Light concrete has low density and strength. Nevertheless, its relative strength is high compared to other concretes. This issue increases the applications of this type of concrete.

The applications of lightweight concrete are:

Slab work and increasing the thickness of structural elements such as roof and floor

Covering structural steel to protect it against fire and corrosion or covering elements for architectural purposes

Thermal insulation of the roof, insulation of water pipes

Implementation of separating walls and panel walls in frame structures

Repairing bricks, especially in residential projects

All-purpose wall insulation

Surface coating and exterior walls of small houses

The possibility of building in the form of reinforced concrete for structural uses

What are the advantages of lightweight concrete?

Reducing the dead load of the building

Convenient handling and reduced shipping costs

Improving Performance

Reducing thermal conductivity (increasing thermal insulation)

Maintaining proper temperature in ventilated spaces and reducing energy consumption

High relative strength and durability

High resistance to melting and freezing cycles compared to ordinary concrete

Reducing harmful environmental effects by using industrial wastes such as

fly ash, clinker, slag, etc