YTONG has been successfully developed and implemented a building system for more than 80 years, been used in residential and commercial applications.

The short- and long-term benefits of these systems are realized by owners, developers, designers and contractors. The benefits are achieved by the various material properties and methods that are associated with the established approach to construction.

 

For the Owner
One of the main benefits of YTONG is safety. An owner using YTONG Blocks creates a sound, functional and safe building. Another benefit of the YTONG Building System is versatility. YTONG can provide many architectural features that will enhance and project a unique architectural image for the building and its owner. YTONG construction is insect and termite proof. Therefore, the need for expensive insect and pest treatment as well as long term maintenance costs will be greatly reduced. Furthermore, the superior thermal properties associated with all of the YTONG products will translate into increased energy savings.

 

For the Developer
The cost savings realized when using YTONG products, mainly related to the shorter construction time, will be dramatic. The advantages of YTONG include low maintenance costs, good sound insulation and excellent thermal insulation. It easily meets energy codes.

 

For the Designer
Creative designs cannot be realized without the use of a highly adaptable construction material. YTONG can be adapted to suit most architectural designs while still providing a simple construction system that can meet all load requirements.

 

For the Contractor
Buildings can be constructed quickly and safely using YTONG building systems. The product itself is lightweight; therefore easily handled. YTONG's workability (e.g. anchoring, routing, and drilling characteristics) is well developed and can be easily performed. YTONG material also produces less waste. By using the right combination of YTONG products, productivity will be increased. YTONG will reduce the amount of time spent on job sites due to its ease of handling.

 

Conclusion
All these factors relate to cost, time and labor savings for the project.

In general, there is no end of advantages when it comes to choosing YTONG's products. We build excellence into everything we make, so that it's as good as it possibly can be.

Just look at the 48 product advantages and you will find there is every reason to select them:

1. Build quality

2. Made to accurate dimensions

3. CE marked, meeting the latest European Standards

4. Employs the latest technology

5. Excellent thermal insulation

6. Reduces or eliminates the need for additional insulation

7. Helps to create a comfortable living environment

8. Provides even temperature range in winter or summer

9. Distributes moisture throughout the building

10. Excellent sound insulation

11. Fire resistant

12. Class [A1] surface spread of flame

13. Fast to build with

14. Great productivity benefits from YTONG products

15. YTONG Panels are quick to lay

16. Versatile

17. Accepts a wide range of finishes

18. Multi-purpose - use to build the entire dwelling

19. Adaptable for use in innovative designs

20. Easy to alter during or after the build process

21. User-friendly

22. Easy to fix to

23. Can hold heavy fixings or loadings

24. Easy to work using simple hand tools

25. Maintenance-free

26. Easy to achieve airtight construction

27. Shrink-wrapped for protection and cleanliness

28. Delivered on pallets for easy movement and storage

29. Lightweight

30. Easy to transport

31. Less than half the weight of the equivalent aggregate block

32. Reduces the building load in high rise construction

33. Enables wider spans in beam and block floors

34. Strong

35. Load-bearing

36. Robust and Durable

37. Low wear and tear

38. Water-resistant

39. Frost-resistant

40. Does not rot or decay

41. Excellent impact (ballistic) resistance

42. Environmentally friendly

43. Easy to cut, reducing on-site waste

44. Recyclable as aggregates

45. Low embodied energy

46. Lightweight means more can be delivered at once, reducing journeys

47. Improves EcoHomes ratings

48. Most production waste material is recycled back into the manufacturing process

On the next pages you can see our principal advantages explained in more details.