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New Thermal & Sound Regulations Favour Aggregate
Concrete Blocks
The inherent mass
of aggregate concrete building blocks will prove a major advantage
in meeting new Part L and Part E regulations, say manufacturers
trade body, the Concrete Block Association (CBA), who have
launched a new information campaign targeting housebuilders
this month.
The CBA’s campaign aims to reinforce to housebuilders that masonry construction
using aggregate concrete blocks – which account for around seven out of
ten blocks sold* – will meet the new regulations with ease, with many
design solutions available. As well as providing excellent sound insulation,
aggregate blocks are known for their thermal capacity, absorbing and retaining
heat well, which helps to avoid temperature fluctuations and improves energy
efficiency in the home.
CBA chairman, Chris Hudson, explains, "Many builders we
have spoken to are confused by the conflicting messages surrounding
Part L and E changes. Quite rightly, they are looking to materials
suppliers for technical support and to provide safe, trusted
and cost-effective solutions.
"The message is simple", says Chris. "Carry on
building cavity walls with aggregate blocks - other than adjustments
to insulation layer, no changes to construction will be necessary.
Aggregate blocks are more than capable of meeting the new regulations
and indeed offer significant benefits over many lightweight alternatives."
The CBA will be publishing new guides to meeting Part L and Part E, which will
feature a number of cavity wall design options using aggregate blocks. To register
for your copy, email enquiries@cba-blocks.org.uk or
telephone the CBA enquiries hotline on 0116 253 6161.
*Source DTLR building block sales statistics 2001
9 July 2001
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