TECHNICAL ASSESSMENT
SIPOREX (AAC-AUTOCLAVED AERATED CONCRETE)
ADVANTAGES
Improved thermal efficiency reduces the heating and cooling load in buildings.
Porous structure allows for superior fire resistance.
Workability allows accurate cutting, which minimizes the generation of solid waste during use.
Resource efficiency gives it lower environmental impact in all phases of its life cycle, from processing of raw
materials to the disposal of waste.
Light weight saves cost & energy in transportation, labor expenses, and increases chances of survival during
seismic activity.
Larger size blocks leads to faster masonry work.
Reduces the cost of the project.
Environmentally Friendly: When used, it helps to reduce at least 30% of environmental waste as opposed to
going with traditional concrete. There is a decrease of 50% of greenhouse gas emissions. When possible,
using autoclaved aerated concrete is a better choice for the environment.
Energy Saver: It is an excellent property that makes it an excellent insulator and that means the interior
environment is easier to maintain. When it is used, there is usually not a need for any supplementary
insulation.
Great Acoustics: When you think of concrete, you do not consider it to be excellent for acoustics, however
autoclaved aerated concrete has excellent acoustic performance. It is able to be used as a very effective
sound barrier.
Fire Resistant: Just like with regular concrete, ACC is fire resistant. This material is completely inorganic and
not combustible.
Great Ventilation: This material is very airy and allows for the diffusion of water. This will reduce the humidity
within the building. ACC will absorb moisture and release humidity; this helps to prevent condensation and
other problems that are related to mildew.
Non-Toxic: There are no toxic gases or other toxic substances in autoclaved aerated concrete. It does not
attract rodents or other pests nor can it be damaged by such.
Lightweight: Concrete blocks that are made out of ACC weigh about one-fifth of typical concrete. They are
also produced in sizes that are easy to handle for quick construction.
Accuracy: The panels and blocks made of autoclaved aerated concrete are produced to the exact sizes
needed before they even leave the factory. There is less need for on-site trimming. Since the blocks and
panels fit so well together, there is a reduced use of finishing materials such as mortar.
Long Lasting: The life of this material is extended because if is not affected by harsh climates or extreme
changes in weather conditions. It will not degrade under normal climate changes either.
Quick Assembly: Since it is a lightweight material and easy to work with, the assembly is much quicker and
smoother.
DISADVANTAGES
They are not as strong as ordinary concrete and have a much higher elastic modulus.
They are prone to unacceptably high drying shrinkage, which can cause cracking if plastered when wet.
If plastered when they are too dry the AAC can suck the moisture from the plaster so that a good adherence
between plaster and blocks is not achieved.
They are easily damaged if not handled carefully.
Minor movements may not be accommodated in the joints without cracking the blocks if too high a mortar
strength for building walls is used.
Cavity walls containing AAC blocks may have insufficient flexural strength to transfer wind loads or be poor
at resisting impact loads, all of which would be increased by poor condition of the masonry or the lack of ties
between the leaves or the inadequacy of restraint fixings.
They are prone to premature degradation in damp conditions.
COMPARISON
Parameter SIPOREX Block Solid Concrete Block (specified)
1 Density (External) 450-550 kg/m3 2002 kg/m3
2 Density (Internal) 450-550 kg/m3 1682 kg/m3 (minimum)
Compressive strength
3 3.2 N/mm2 7.0 N/mm2
(non-load)
Compressive strength
4 3.2 N/mm2 12.0 N/mm2
(external)
5 Shrinkage 0.9% 0.03-0.045%
6 Thermal conductivity 0.12-0.14 w/mk 1.13 w/mk
Acoustical ratings (not
7 46-51 db (100mm) STC 40-45 (100mm)
comparable)
8 Fire Rating 4 hours (100mm) 4 hours (200mm)
Note: Disadvantage if highlighted RED
