What is lightweight construction?
In lightweight construction, timber or light gauge steel framing provides structural support for the building. Non-structural cladding – made from lightweight building materials such as autoclave aerated concrete (AAC) e.g. Hebel, or polystyrene panels eg: Exsulite, to name just a couple of examples – is then attached to the framework. A proven product, AAC has […]
Why lightweight is no ‘lightweight’ when it comes to construction
We all know that brick is quite literally the cornerstone of construction. Tried and tested it has stood the test of time but are there better alternatives in todays evolving construction market? Ryan Steyn from Empower Construction, specialists in the supply, installation and advice on lightweight construction, explains why you should consider lightweight for your […]
Would you swap bricks for AAC?
Not everyone likes change. It challenges our confidence and creates uncertainty. But what if the change meant achieving the same results quicker and more efficiently? This sums up lightweight construction. It’s the technology of the building industry but not everyone’s ready to adopt it. However those that have are benefiting from the many advantages the […]