WHY YOU SHOULD ADAPT THE INTERLOCKING BLOCKS TECHNOLOGY Aesthetic appeal. Interlocking Stabilized Soil blocks are aesthetically appealing. They bring out a rustic natural appearance to the house walling. The type of soil determines the eventual wall colour. Whitish soil can be used to produce whitish coloured bricks while reddish soil can be used to produce reddish coloured bricks. These can be mixed together to form a particular pattern depending on the house owner’s taste. Health The curved ISSBs are ideal for meeting water and sanitation needs. The curved ISSB can make water tanks, lining for pit latrines, and septic tanks. There are samples of above groundwater tanks of up to 30,000 liters and below-ground of up to 200,000 liters. The final cylindrical shape of the structure and the block interlocking mechanism resists well against water pressure. Economical ISSB technology is an affordable way of construction. The bricks are weatherproof hence; there is no need to plaster the building exterior. Also, due to its interlocking mechanism, little cement is needed between block joints and wall construction goes up quickly allowing for labor savings. The machine itself weighs 140kg, making it in cases, easy to transport and work with onsite construction. Environmental ISSB technology provides an alternative to the commonly used fired brick in Kenya, which currently is the cause of grave environmental degradation due to deforestation, and destruction of wetlands. Educational As a new technology, this construction method can increase local skills and become an income-generating opportunity for various populations. It is easy to learn and can stimulate educational dialogue regarding environmental issues due to its nature.
Posted on: Thu, 04 Sep 2014 05:42:32 +0000
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