Design Features of Volumetric Blocks Made of Lightweight Fibrotorcrete with Non-removable Formwork

Introduction. This article analyzes the design features of volumetric blocks made of fibroblast concrete using a formwork made of moisture-resistant drywall. The basic principles that describe the characteristics of the design with the shaping of these volumetric blocks implemented using shotcrete technology are also outlined. This is especially true for low- and medium-rise buildings.

Materials and methods. To form the construction of fiber-reinforced concrete volumetric blocks with formwork based on moisture-resistant drywall (hereinafter referred to as GCLV), it is suggested that a system of basic principles is used that increases energy efficiency, reduces costs, and promotes the disposal of safe industrial waste. The application of the basic principles underlying the development of a volumetric block made of lightweight fibrotorcrete with non-removable formwork enabled a systematic approach to a constructive solution to be implemented.

Results. The introduction of an effective innovative method made it possible to develop a reinforced concrete volumetric block created using shotcrete technology. This approach has made it possible to reduce labor costs, increase strength characteristics, and enable the production of bulk blocks both in the factory and directly on the construction site.

Discussion and Conclusion. The multilayer structure of new-generation bulk blocks made of fibrotorcrete created by the authors is based on the key principles that emphasize the effectiveness of their use in the construction of buildings with small and medium storeys.

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