Pulverised Fuel Ash Blocks

Pulverised Fuel Ash Block EH Smith stock a number of brands of Pulverised Fuel Ash (or Aircrete) block. Pulverised fuel ash is a by-product from coal burning power stations which would otherwise go to land fill. Up to 80% of an Aircrete block is pulverised fuel ash making it a good choice as a sustainable walling product.

Product Benefits:

80% Recycled Material
Most production waste material is recycled back into the manufacturing process
Build quality, made to accurate dimensions
Lightweight
‘Green Guide’ rating of ‘A’ (when used within an external wall element)
Ecopoint score of 1.9
Suitable for foundations of houses and low-rise flats
Build up to four stories without a structural frame
Robust and Durable with low wear and tear
Does not rot or decay
Excellent thermal insulation
Reduces or eliminates the need for additional insulation
Offers enhanced thermal insulation when used in foundations and beam and block floors
Low embodied energy
Distributes moisture throughout the building
Less than half the weight of the equivalent aggregate block

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