“What is AAC Blocks : A Brief History”

Welcome to the official blog of Licon Building Solutions Pvt Ltd. We’re excited to share our knowledge and expertise in the realm of AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) blocks and AAC Block Joining Mortar with you. In this pilot post, we’ll delve into the incredible world of AAC and how it’s transforming the construction industry, while also highlighting the unique advantages that Licon Building Solutions brings to the table.

Red Bricks were the only go to walling material for several centuries as it was the most common and easily available building material for constructing walls. But the Construction industry as a whole and building materials in particular has undergone rapid modernisation in the last few years. New innovative building materials which are more cost efficient, energy efficient and suited for the current day needs have come into use. One such innovative building material is our AAC Blocks.

Let take a step back and know a brief history of AAC

In the early 1900’s many other European countries, faced challenges with traditional building materials. They needed an alternative material that was easy to work with, faster to construct, lightweight, and that could protect people from the severe cold climate. That is when AAC came into picture in Sweden. Owing to the vast benefits that AAC offered over the conventional building material, AAC started spreading all over Europe, then to China and eventually came to India in the late 1900’s. Despite coming to India in the late 90’s itself, mass adoption usage of AAC blocks in India have started only in the last decade.

What are these AAC Blocks?

They are known by their technical name as Autoclaved Aerated Concrete Blocks. But these blocks are commonly known as Light Weight Blocks. As the name suggests, AAC Blocks weigh 3x times less when compared to conventional red bricks and concrete blocks. Our company Licon is termed from this word Lightweight Concrete. Then the important question arises, “If it is light in weight, how will it have strength?”. There lies the engineering marvel and the USP of AAC Blocks which is “Less Weight & High Strength”. Though they are light in weight, they have strength equivalent to of Red Bricks. 

No, It does not stop there. AAC blocks have numerous advantages that no other building material can offer. And they have emerged as a better and more sustainable alternative to bricks and concrete blocks.

We, Licon AAC Blocks take pride in being a part of this sustainable revolution. In our greenfield state of the art manufacturing unit at Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu we manufacture AAC Blocks of highest quality and cater to markets in Tamil Nādu, Karnataka, Kerala and Andhra Pradesh. 

Join us on this exciting journey into the world of AAC construction. Stay tuned for upcoming articles covering topics such as best practices for AAC block installation, mortar selection tips, project showcases, and much more.

If you’re ready to elevate your construction projects to new heights with AAC technology, trust Licon Building Solutions Pvt Ltd. Contact us today to discuss your specific needs, and let’s build a sustainable and brighter future together.

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