Product Availability

Availability: Wollongong, Sydney, Newcastle (can supply to other areas as well) Lead Time: 2-4 days Freight: Free for 3 or more pallets otherwise $88 Other: add $0.30 per block for Wollongong / Newcastle orders

We have pleasure in introducing you to the latest Innovative product in Masonry. We now supply a new Lightweight Product that is load bearing and fire rated.

For example the Alphalite 20-48 single skin block weighs under 10kg (compared with others on the market weighing at 14kg or more)

Also 190mm and 140mm 4hr Fire rated block that does not need core filling! There are also 140mm 15-48 single skin block ideal for wall stiffeners and core filling.

Also Brick and Block have recently released lightweight Loadbearing 110mm range of bricks and blocks that have considerable cost savings for Developers, Builders And Bricklayers.

Alphalite concrete blocks are a new-comer to the market with the entire factory commencing business only a few years ago.

The blocks they produce are equivalent to standard concrete blocks manufactured by others, such as Baines Masonary, Boral Masonary and C&M Products, but exceed all others in virtually all aspects:

• The alphalite 200mm H-Block weighs 10.5kg.... others weigh approx 15kg - thats 50% heavier
• They have the same compressive strength as the others
• The colour is more uniform - they will not send out blocks made at different times or different plants
• They have a higher fire-rating than others
• They have a better face and edge finish due to being made from advanced, newer machinery
• They have higher thermal and sound insulating properties
• They can be nailed and screwed straight in to
• They cut much quicker and cleaner

Below is a more detailed outline of the points above

Structural Strength
AlphaLite™ sacrifices nothing – except weight.
AlphaLite™ delivers strength equivalent to conventional masonry products, but weighs up to 30% less.

Durability
AlphaLite™ masonry units are designed to exhibit high durability against chemical attack such as chlorides, sulphates and mild acids.  AlphaLite™ masonry units are ideal for use in structures close to the sea, in areas where sulphates are present in soils and in industrial installations where chemical storage or chemical spills are possible. All AlphaLite™ products comply with Exposure Grading as defined by BCA.

Increased Productivity
AlphaLite™ masonry units are significantly lighter in weight, by up to 30% less when compared to conventional masonry products currently available. The benefits and savings are dramatic.
The architect is able to design with less weight. Masonry contractors can increase productivity, with tradesmen able to improve output with less effort. The AlphaLite™ is a smart choice.

Appearance
The materials used in manufacture of AlphaLite™ masonry units produce excellent resistance to efflorescence and lime staining. Tests by a leading materials laboratory show no potential for efflorescence.
This property will ensure that no unsightly staining will occur on plain masonry block, rendered or painted walls.
Due to their lower unit weight, AlphaLite™ masonry units handle, lift and lay more easily than standard masonry blocks. AlphaLite™ masonry units are manufactured to tight dimensional specifications.

Fire Rating
AlphaLite's™ superior formulation provides a solid fire-resistant foundation.

Thermal Insulation
AlphaLite™ masonry units exhibit high thermal insulating capacity compared to normal concrete masonry and precast concrete units.
AlphaLite™ masonry units reduce heating and air-conditioning costs and cost of installation.

Sound Absorption
The internal structure of AlphaLite™ masonry units traps and dissipates approximately 40 percent of incident noise, substantially reducing noise emanating within the room.
This compares with approximately 25 percent for normal weight concrete masonry units.

Wall Finishing
Specially designed composition and curing of AlphaLite™ masonry units allows use of normal nails and screws for fixing of internal fitments such as plasterboard and other finishes directly to the masonry blocks.
AlphaLite™ masonry units can be cut, drilled, nailed and ground much easier and faster than other types of concrete masonry units.
AlphaLite™ masonry units posses absorbtion qualities have an absorption (or suction) to enhance cement rendering and bagging finishes directly onto the masonry block surface.
AlphaLite's™ softer surface makes cutting far easier.

Applications
Masonry blocks are manufactured for residential and commercial construction, for housing, garages, factories, etc.
Masonry blocks are ideal for single skin walls, masonry block veneering and internal walls.
The masonry blocks can be used for structural walls and retaining walls.

Ease of Laying
AlphaLite™ products are designed to be ergonomic and user friendly. As an example the AlphaLite™'s H block retaining wall units make laying of retaining walls so easy. No more lifting blocks over vertical reinforcement – the H block simply slides into position on either side of vertical reinforcement.  It also contains top grooves to accept and  to capture any horizontal reinforcement.

Samples of blocks can be arranged if required - add ion the notes when you place an enquiry for your blocks that you would like a sample and we can arrange this (usually only available to the Greater Sydney & Wollongong areas unless a large volume is required.)

Forklift Delivery Information

If you're needing a forklift, there are a few things you need to know.

The type of forklift is a self loading tailgator, not an all terrain. It requires a solid compacted base to operate. The forklift requires a minimum 3m clearance on all sides Workcover authorities state that it is at the driver's discretion as to the ability to place the pallets where you request, due to: the weather the incline (slope of the land) the surface condition the requested location

If you are unsure if a forklift can be accommodated on your site, a site inspection may be arranged to confirm the ability of using a forklift (not available in all areas).

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