Block Factory in Khamis Mushait / مصنع بلوك خميس مشيط

Technical Data

Building element Wall                  Wall

Size                                                        Various sizes

Mixing ratio                                       1 cement : 6-8 aggregate

Cement used per m3                     250 – 300kg

Resistance to earthquakes          Very good

Resistance to typhoons                 Very good

Resistance to rain                            Very good

Resistance to insects                     Very good

Climatic suitability                          All climates

Stage of experience                       Widely used method

Durability                                            Approx. 40 years

Short Description

Concrete block construction has gained importance and has become a valid alternative to fired clay bricks. The essential ingredients of concrete are cement, aggregate (sand, gravel) and water. Concrete blocks are produced in a large variety of shapes and sizes. They can be produced manually or with the help of machines.

Most commonly used concrete blocks are sized:

Length: 40cm (half blocks: 20cm)

Height: 20cm

Width: 8/10/15/20cm

Hollow blocks: are the most common type of concrete blocks, having one or more holes that are open at both sides. The total void area can amount to 50% of the gross cross-sectional area.

Solid blocks : have no cavities, or- according to standards- have no voids amounting to not more than 25% of the gross cross-sectional area.

 Advantages

Technical advantages

 Solid blocks:

• High compressive strength, resistance to weathering, impact and abrasion
• Capability of being molded into components of any shape and size
• Good fire resistance up to about 400°C
• Rapid construction
• Very good stability

Hollow blocks:

• Can be made larger than solid blocks
• Are lighter in weight
• Construction of walls is easy and quick
• The voids can be filled with steel bars and concrete, achieving high earthquake resistance
• The air space provides good thermal insulation
• The cavities can be used for electrical installation and plumbing

Economic advantages

• Production can be started with little capital.
• Less working time required for brick laying work with concrete blocks.
• Less mortar consumption
• Generally, production costs of concrete blocks are slightly lower than of fired bricks.

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Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait

Block Factory in Khamis Mushait