Now faster construction and affordability are the two most essential components builders are looking for during the construction process. This is the reason why many prefer prefabricated construction. This type of construction has plenty of advantages. Prefabricated construction is completed faster when compared to the usual kind of construction. The entire thing is prefabricated inside the factory premises and then assembled on site. Among all the materials used, lightweight concrete is one very essential ingredient used in the construction process. This material is preferred because it’s low density and lightweight, it’s very easy to work with.
It is also very important to understand what lightweight concrete panels are. Lightweight concrete is a type of concrete that has an expanding agent. This ingredient increases the volume of the mixture, also offering less dead weight and thermal conductivity. So, panels made from this material are known as lightweight concrete panels. The use of these panels dates back to 1917, and now, with time, it has undergone ample modernization. These panels are used in the Middle East where there is varying temperature mainly because of all advantages, including thermal conductivity.
Lightweight concrete is much lighter compared to traditional concrete. It is made by adding lighter aggregate like Styrofoam, perlite, vermiculite rather than the coarse and heavier aggregate. Lightweight concrete is made from lighter aggregates, including shale, slate, clay, and other materials with low density. This is why lightweight concrete is perfect for modern construction that needs the least cross-sections in the foundation.
The benefits of using lightweight concrete panels:
- Incredible thermal insulation
- Affordable and eco-friendly solutions
- Flexible surface
- Cutting and shaping can be done very fast
- MEP-friendly
- Durable and long-lasting
- Direct and indirect cost savings
- Easier and faster assembling and reassembling
- Superior finish and uncompromising quality
- Lightweight concrete is resistant to fire, sound, and other weather conditions
Lightweight wall panel systems have higher water content. Since porous aggregates are used, the total time taken to dry increases. To get rid of this issue, the TSSC experts pre-soak the aggregates in water before adding them into the cement. These concrete panels are incredibly flexible and easy to transport. So, very little support is required from other materials like additional concrete or steel. This is another reason why this material is affordable, mainly while building large-sized projects. This material is also ideal for insulating against and heat or fire damage due to its fire-resistance and low thermal density. Are you worried about the low density? There is nothing to be tensed because structures built with TSSC panels would not collapse. Also, lightweight concrete does not shrink when compared to traditional concrete. There is increased resistance to termite infestations and rotting.
Are you looking for a lightweight partition wall panel? TSSC Easywall panels are made by reinforcing a steel grid; this makes the panels more durable and safer. Our panel is heavily used across all commercial sectors in the UAE. Call our team to discuss your project.
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