In our country, which is located on active fault lines, every constructed building must have flawless static safety before aesthetics and comfort. The most important factor that keeps a building standing during an earthquake is minimizing the "dead load" on the load-bearing system. The reliable brand of the Ertaş Group in the construction sector, Blok Bims, creates a safe shield that protects your buildings against seismic movements by processing the unique lightness of volcanic pumice with superior technology.
Maximum Earthquake Safety that Comes with Lightness
The heavier a building is, the more destructive the lateral seismic forces it will be exposed to during an earthquake. Using lightweight pumice blocks instead of traditional heavy wall materials significantly reduces the total dead load of the building (by up to 50% compared to its equivalents). Thanks to this lightening, the stress on the foundation, columns, and beams decreases. While the static project of the building is relieved and savings are achieved in iron and concrete reinforcement, the building's capacity to remain standing during an earthquake is maximized.
Resistance to Cracking and Collapse with its Flexible Structure
When earthquake waves shake buildings, rigid (inflexible) materials tend to break suddenly and collapse. However, Blok Bims has a high shock-absorbing characteristic thanks to the porous and elastic structure of its raw material, pumice. The earthquake-resistant pumice used in wall masonry adapts to the flexibility margin of the building during a tremor. It maintains the integrity of the walls by showing superior resistance to cracking and guarantees life safety by preventing possible collapses.
Why Should Blok Bims Be Preferred for Earthquake Safety?
- Lightness that Reduces Dead Load: The pumice miracle that directly reduces the destructive effect of seismic forces by lightening the overall weight of the building.
- Superior Plaster and Mortar Adhesion: A structure that perfectly grips the mortar at column-beam joints thanks to its rough and porous surface, preventing detachments on the wall.
- High Modulus of Elasticity: A safe architectural solution that does not show brittleness during a tremor, absorbs the shock, and keeps up with the flexibility of the building.
To construct buildings where not only today's but also future generations will live safely, choose Blok Bims in your projects. Secure your foundations with the assurance of the Ertaş Group, and always have peace of mind.