Beam and block is a precast concrete flooring system consisting of precast, prestressed concrete beams that are laid between walls and infilled with either concrete blocks or polystyrene panels. Beam depths of 150mm and 225mm are available, with spans reaching up to 7 metres. Beams are supplied on a supply-only or supply-and-fix basis.

Features and benefits

  • Precast solution for ground and upper floors

  • Infill options using concrete blocks or polystyrene panels

  • Dry construction method

  • Can span up to 7 metres

  • Supply-only or supply-and-fix options

Applications

  • Residential floors

  • Buildings requiring economic suspended floors

Physical attributes

150mm and 225mm deep beams; spans up to 7m depending on loading.

Materials

Made from precast, prestressed concrete.

Options and variations

150mm beams available in various widths with block or polystyrene panel infill options.

Installation

Dry construction method, beams laid across or between walls with block or panel infill.