RING BLOCK (LINTEL-BLOCK)
The ring-block, known in the U.S. as the lintel-block was first introduced in 2002. Before ATCO could market this product, however, we had to acquire permission at the Aruban Public Works due to the fact that a bond beam is a calculated structural part of a construction. As it has been custom for many years to place forms and pour concrete to form a bend beam. It was not the easiest task to convince the locals to do otherwise. However, persistence and confidence in the product demonstrated its value. By using ring-blocks as a replacement of forms you could save approximately 40% of the cost of a completed bond beam as well as saving a few days time.
SPECIFICATION
Savings include:
- No form rental fees
- No need to place forms
- No need to de-nail forms
- 1/3 the amount of concrete is needed
- No bonding agent before plastering
- Construction on top of the beam can immediately continue the day after pouring the beam.
Block Type | L in cm | W in cm | H in cm | Unit / pallet |
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Ring-block 6” | 40 | 15.2 | 19.3 | 144 |
Ring-block 8” | 40 | 20.3 | 19.3 | 108 |