Standard and Lightweight Block
Standard concrete units are primarily used for exterior loadbearing and foundation walls. Lightweight Concrete Block units are used for interior use, particularly because of its higher fire rating and sound absorbing properties. These concrete blocks come in four sizes and six styles, including Ashlar, Frog, Return Corner and Single Bullnose.
Recommended Application:


Key Resources
: (more below)Available Sizes:
10 cm, 15 cm, 20 cm, 25 cm, 30 cm
(4", 6", 8", 10", 12")
Shapes

Stretcher

2-Hr Fire-Rated

Single Bullnose

Double Bullnose

Half Single Bullnose

Half Double Bullnose

Bond Beam

W-Block

Solid 75%

Solid 100%

Pier

Universal Knockout

L-Corner
Product Property | CSA | ASTM | Typical Brampton Brick Range |
---|---|---|---|
Compressive Strength (STD-min) | > 15 MPa | > 2000 psi | 18-22 MPa |
Absorption (STD-max) | < 175 kg/m³ | < 13 Ib/ft³ | 155.5 - 164.4 kg/m³ |
Density (STD-min) | > 2000 kg/m³ | > 125 Ib/ft³ | 2049 - 2064 kg/m³ |
Compressive Strength (L/W-min) | > 15 MPa | > 2000 psi | 18-22 MPa |
Absorption (L/W-max) | < 175 kg/m³ | < 15 Ib/ft³ | 190 - 198 kg/m³ |
Density (L/W-min) | > 1700 - 1800 kg/m³ | > 125 Ib/ft³ | 1750 - 1850 kg/m³ |
Based on CSA A165.1 and ASTM C90; Water repellent units available upon request. (STD = Standard Weight, L/W = Lightweight)