The Kerala State Nirmithi Kendra
RUBBLE FILLER BLOCK
RUBBLE FILLER BLOCK
HOW TO PRODUCE
Made of rock boulders, which is locally available. These boulders are bound together with the help of thin cement mortar (say 1:8). A mould made of steel or wood in the required dimension is used for casting the block. Thin cement concrete may also be used as binder.
Technical Aspects
- Compressive strength 70 kg/cm2
- Fire resistant
- Low water absorption
Cost Savings
20% of cost saving when compared to country burnt bricks.
Advantages
- Can be made at site
- Cost savings in transportation and loading / unloading
- Easiness in construction
- Plastering can be avoided