Ytong Sismico

The Ytong Sismico block is used to create earthquake-resistant and insulating load-bearing masonry.‎ Experimental research carried out in recent years has confirmed that, thanks to the characteristics of the material (light but solid and isotropic), the behaviour of Ytong constructions guarantees the construction of buildings with a low risk of damage and high energy efficiency, even in areas with a high seismic risk.‎ In particular, the anti-seismic thermal block "Sismico" produced by Ytong complies with the requirements of Ministerial Decree 14/01/08, guaranteeing a characteristic vertical and horizontal compressive strength of the block greater than 5 MPa and a smooth profile for vertical bonding.‎ Properties of the Seismic Block: - Nominal density 575 kg/m³ - Available thicknesses 24 and 30 cm - Characteristic compressive strength > 5 MPa - High thermal insulation and acoustic protection - Eco-sustainable and biocompatible mineral material - High thermal inertia - Easy and quick to lay - Non-flammable (fire reaction class A1) More than 100 years ago, in 1923, architect and researcher Dr.‎ Axel Eriksson invented "vapor-vulcanized gas concrete" in Sweden - now known as autoclaved aerated concrete.‎ Together with Carl August Carlén, an entrepreneur, they started the first production in 1929 in Yxhult, southern Sweden, at a time of great scarcity of raw materials and stricter energy laws.‎ A competitive advantage on the market The sustainability of buildings is increasingly at the center of construction trends, with modern sustainability policies undertaken by international institutions and organizations that have favored the increase of this trend.‎ The choice of materials and construction technologies are fundamental to obtaining homes that consume less and consequently have a lower environmental impact.‎ A sustainable home can cost on average 8% more than a normal home, but this difference is compensated by numerous advantages in the long term: a healthier and more comfortable environment, significant economic savings compared to bills and a higher value of the building; It is estimated, in fact, that the value of a green property can increase from 2 to 10% with sales times halved from 8 to 4 months.‎