Using Hollow Concrete Blocks and Beams to Make Suspended Slabs Faster

In this video, we'll discover the beam & block technology. We'll take a look at how it works and also go through the pros and cons of this alternative building technology.
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[@smeargut1809]

Nice Vid, you should do a video on the maximum span the beams and blocks can reach as well as the min/max thickness of the poured slab on top of the beam/blocks, steel reinforcement sizes and spacings and give information on expansion joints and waterproofing for external slabs. this would answer so many questions one would have when planning a job and calculating materials.

[@JayBee2able]

Very informative, please recommend sites that we can visit…seeing is believing. Also, 1. Do o a video on flat beam vs T-beam. 2. Confirm kind of blocks recommended for walling, especially for high rise structures.

[@masterjemoh880]

Am proud working here🙈

[@judithmatitu7944]

Good job nick...I like your presentation very much.

[@PropertyNoma]

You're welcome

[@WillySoriney]

Hi Nick, thanks for this great information delivered to digestible simplicity. Kindly guide on load holding capacity of such floors and dimensions of each hollow piece. Good work!

[@leonardrutto7786]

well explained for layman to understand. kudos. i will adopt this technology

[@PropertyNoma]

You're welcome Leonard

[@zintleledwaba3547]

I am from South Africa. We just started producing Beams and slab blocks this was very informative, keep it up.. You just made it look so simple Thanks

[@PropertyNoma]

Thanks

[@joycarorejoy2506]

I like the Technology

[@patkubaipatkubai8180]

Good explanation 👏 👍 👌

[@Another_Look]

Thanks for the clear explanation!

[@PropertyNoma]

Glad it was helpful!

[@education9135]

So the electrical pipes and plumbing pipes go through the beams , does it also go through the blocks

[@certifiedg7927]

I truly appreciate this information

[@truthsayer9766]

Well done, very clear explanation of the rib and block technology.

[@maichfred]

Keep up, very informative content for prospective home owners. Would you do a video on concrete roofs?

[@PropertyNoma]

Thanks for the idea!

[@franklinemokua7256]

This is informative i love the content

[@mamatibrian7803]

What's the longest span for the beam?

[@georgemamouzellos2649]

I am curious to know if there have been any failures or collapses using this technology as compared to the normal method of building suspended slabs. Also I am curious to know the typical thickness of the poured concrete layer, as well as the MPa of the concrete mix if you know it. Thankyou for making an interesting and informative video. It is very good in my opinion.

[@PropertyNoma]

Beam & block is a standard technology in somw countries, although it's relatively new here in Kenya. The poured thickness is around 50mm

[@wilfredosumo6465]

Stupid man! You are curious to know of failures and collapses of a technology. Why aren't you curious to know successes and benefits of the technology?

[@sreangchheat1808]

In some countries they use t shaped beam, which look stronger to support the hollow blocks.

[@emmanuelflourish-morris4073]

Ivory coast uses it

[@gabu_baba_taita]

Thank you for the informative video. I think it would be very helpful if you showed a real house being built by this method from start to finish - costs, time, key learnings, etc. Also, are there houses you know of that have withstood the the test of time of perhaps 10years with this method? If so, could you do a video? This would calm some of the doubts that we have as potential clients. Best regards 🙏

[@PropertyNoma]

Thanks for the idea

[@tedsonkabiru4349]

Great bro. Keep up

[@ericande342]

The cost of casting prestressed beams , transporting them and launching them in positions will be more than the traditional solid slab.

[@PropertyNoma]

It's a good point Eric, but it's better to have options when constructing

[@njinoben8102]

Good content.

[@PropertyNoma]

Thanks Ben

[@alicenduta-lp9qs]

I would like to know how much a two bedroom house can consume

[@bensonmwaniki4577]

Good job

[@deepsavannah9723]

This one NO..eco concrete is the best do a video on that its quite diff and strong

[@vararykomen3139]

Great 😊

[@davieskelmen7125]

You guys have no contacts, with who do I talk to to get a quotation?

[@georgewaweru709]

Good job...now tell me,2 bd room, ktchn & living room all in a flat n rectangle 50×30..appx materials n cost...pls pls. Thenx👏

[@shaheedjusaab9238]

Make video on how the precast beams are made

[@mkambotv5418]

Mombasa zapatlana wapi

[@anozienicolas7654]

Is this technology stronger than the conventional slab we are used to?

[@PropertyNoma]

It can have the same strength, only that it's faster to install

[@alphalee3492]

How many millimeters are the brc mesh

[@mushehendrickmaluleke9981]

can I build a dual store with blocks bricks and use eco slap please I need help

[@herbertchitere4142]

Thank you Nick. Is it possible to do a series where a hybrid of building materials are used? I.e. for walling can EPS be used for their sound proofing properties together with brick in a single house

[@PropertyNoma]

I think it's possible but you'll have to know whether EPS will be used for load bearing. Bricks are usually used to partition rooms and not so much to carry loads. It ultimately depends with the design of your house.

[@herbertchitere4142]

@@PropertyNoma Thank you

[@samweltheuri5025]

Need more information about it. And wea do you locate in Kenya, am in samburu county

[@user-wv7ek7tq3x]

What is the minimum breath of the beams

[@copysmith1004]

Hey nick, can it do a foundation of a house?

[@anthonymuendo6053]

Where can i get these ones

[@clarastephen-uwada2256]

Nona thanks for your video. I am in Nigeria and I am thinking of using this method. How can I reach you by phone so I can call you please

[@uchennapeter7162]

Please I will like to know the width of the block and depth of the ression to anchor with the precast beams

[@clivengugu6945]

Hi, where do I get the blocks in Kisumu or can you supply me

[@PropertyNoma]

You can get it from Ecoconcrete, Motherland Concrete, Bimtech Manufacturers, or Promax Kenya

[@didimalangpkula9001]

How many beams and blocks can I use in 216m2 area

[@lawrenceumukoro2654]

Pls show us how cantilever and balconies are done

[@emmaculateonyuka4520]

informative presentation. Are the concrete blocks and beams slabs waterproof if used as a rooftop?

[@PropertyNoma]

Not by themselves. A concrete layer is poured on top as a floor finish and cover. You can use waterproofing cement or put APP membrane on top of the concrete for waterproofing a flat roof slab

[@Khonkada]

An interlocking side width look too short, a big fat heavy person could fall down.

[@joycarorejoy2506]

From how may flat do i have to build

[@seagelouis1950]

i want to know something, between that kind of slab, and concrete one, and the tile concrete, which one is the safest and cheapest?

[@PropertyNoma]

I don't know about tile concrete but beam and block slab is slightly cheaper than conventional slab

[@e-boz8652]

Good would like to learn more. Let me know if I can get your contact.

[@sergiopenaflor1181]

Nice presentation. what is the size of block, sir? and the beam? thank you

[@PropertyNoma]

Block 400m width, the beam is cut according to the span of your slab

[@ecf2335]

Great video Nick. Your building method is interesting and ingenious. What is the entire dimension of the beam and block (length/width/depth)?

[@PropertyNoma]

The entire dimension will depend on the span of your slab...so they're customised to fit the design of your house's slab

[@ecf2335]

@@PropertyNoma thanks but I was referring to the individual beam and block that you're using in the video. What are those dimensions for one single beam and one single block?

[@PropertyNoma]

@@ecf2335 A beam's length will depend with the shortest span of your slab while a typical block's width is 400mm.

[@frankakorli4562]

How long is the beam

[@PropertyNoma]

As long as the shortest span of a room

[@justusmakori6683]

Praise God, contact pls?.

[@timothynzioka3552]

Hello nick,how much weight can the BBF hold per square metre,can it hold 2 tanks of 5000Ltrs

[@PropertyNoma]

That needs to be calculated to know how much weight it can carry. Consult with a structural engineer

[@SilasMwenya-ro2xm]

What is the maximum length of a pre stressed beam?

[@PropertyNoma]

This is determined by the shortest span of the room, eg, for a 3x4m room, you'll use the 3m prestressed beams

[@khamisnaaman5443]

Hi, can you use issb block for wall for bbf

[@PropertyNoma]

I think it's possible

[@katoallan9569]

Hello how many floors can you go with this Precast concrete slab thnx for the great work 😊😊❤

[@PropertyNoma]

It can go as many floors as the design of the building. The foundation, columns and beams support the loading of the structure together the precast concrete slab. Ensure you work with a qualified and experienced structural engineer for your project.

[@katoallan9569]

@@PropertyNoma that’s good to hear but is it possible to export them to Uganda if possible how much is each of those precast concrete slab blocks and everything that goes with it thnx for the information

[@joycarorejoy2506]

What of to continue with the collums?

[@PropertyNoma]

Enough space is left to accommodate columns

[@19bprojects82]

Could this be used to do a roof?

[@PropertyNoma]

Yes, A flat roof

[@TheOthole]

Eco slabs contacts please 🙏

[@PropertyNoma]

Tony of Promax 0713906889

[@blacklion1579]

What is the size of the block? Diameter?

[@PropertyNoma]

Around 400mm width

[@travoxworld9839]

Where do I get ur contact i need you to do the cost of my slab i send you the plan

[@PropertyNoma]

[e-mail]

[@jameskimani4504]

Can get contact on manufacturer, nakuru county

[@PropertyNoma]

Hi, kindly check the description section of the video

[@edwardmuthaka7006]

Please do you have Facebook profile for easier communication.

[@PropertyNoma]

Hi Edward, I don't use Facebook but you can reach me through email :[e-mail]

[@newmanolumese6296]

Can't one make a beam at home

[@PropertyNoma]

No you can't because of the prestressing process. You'll need specialized equipment to prestress the steel tendons when casting concrete for the beam

[@newmanolumese6296]

Thanks for the response. And reinforcement rod won't do

[@rxsyete]

How much prestress are the tendons subjected to?

[@timothywachira-si7cf]

barefoot i come teacher@vision

[@Blox_fruit_master1]

This could KILL A LOT OF POOR PEOPLE, STOP THIS SHIT NOW.

[@rxsyete]

Just for general info, still up to you to decide if you want to use or not.

[@suleimangoox6075]

What evidence do you have?

[@zedrickngaira705]

Most buildings in Eastleigh are built using this technology