TECHNICAL DATA

The Rock-Face Block is made with the main block section being cast in BST Lightweight Concrete (half the weight of normal concrete - yet still retaining normal concrete block strengths). The "Fascia" of the block is permanently bonded to the backing block and cured.

    TECHNICAL DATA:

  • Compressive Strength - 10 MPa (average)*
  • Density - 1250 kg/m3 (250 kg/m2).
  • Dimensional Accuracy - +/-2mm


  • *Strength tests at NATA - Certified facility, in accordance with AS2733 (1984, Appdx. E).

TYPICAL "ROCK-FACE" RETAINING WALL BLOCK Specifications (mm)

Size:
Full Block = 590 x 247 x 200 (L x H x W)
Half Block = 287 x 247 x 200 (L x H x W)

TYPICAL "ROCK-FACE" HOUSE BLOCK Specifications (mm)

Size:
Full Block = 590 x 247 x 100 (L x H x W)
Half Block = 287 x 247 x 100 (L x H x W)


NOTE TO ARCHITECTS:

    When designing a house to suit our blocks
  • Wall heights are in increments of 260mm
  • Wall lengths are in increments of 300mm
  • Door openings are in increments of 260mm high and 300mm in width
  • Window heights are in increments of 260mm minus 80mm for sill and 300mm for width
  • Windows and doors are to be a minimum distance of 300mm from any external corners
  • Lintels are non structural and require a galvanised bar

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Phone: (02) 4931 9110
Sales Manager: Veronique Treuil
General Enquiries: info@rockfaceblock.com
111 Kyle St, Rutherford NSW 2320, Australia