Panel · 100–200 mm
Cementitious — indicative fig. M·16
Fire A1 Non-combustibleEmbodied carbon Data pending Unit unclearCompressive 20-65MPa StructuralDesign life 50yr
Low-carbon concrete using fly ash/slag-based binders, with compressive strength classes around 20-65 MPa and at least 60% CO2 reduction reported for Zeobond E-Crete compared to OPC.
01 Physical
Density 2200-2600kg/m3
Specific gravity 2.2-2.6
Porosity 10-15%%
Water absorption 5-10%%
Hardness 6-7 Mohs scale
UV resistance Excellent
Chemical resistance Excellent (except HF)
pH tolerance pH 3-14
Surface roughness CSP 1-3µm
02 Mechanical
Tensile strength 4-7 MPaMPa
Compressive strength 20-65MPa
Flexural strength 5.5MPa
Shear strength 3-5 MPaMPa
Poisson's ratio 0.18-0.22
Impact resistance Good
Creep resistance Lower than OPC
03 Thermal
Thermal conductivity 0.8-1.4 W/m·KW/m·K
Specific heat 800-1000 J/kg·KJ/kg·K
Thermal expansion 8-12 × 10⁻⁶/°C×10⁻⁶/°C
04 Compliance & Fire First question
Combustibility class Non-combustible
Fire resistance level >=240minutes
Ignition temp N/A°C
Flame spread index 0
Smoke dev. index 0
Heat release rate 0 kW/m²
05 Sustainability & Health
Embodied carbon >=60% reduction vs OPC
Carbon footprint 130-230kg CO2e/m³
Embodied energy 2.5-4.5MJ/kg
Water footprint 150-250L/m³
Recyclability 85-100%
Recycled content 80-100 (binder fraction)%
Renewable content 0%
Circular score 7/10
VOC emissions 0 g/L
Toxicity rating Non-toxic
LEED contribution 2-4credits
06 Durability · Cost · Logistics
Expected lifespan 50-100+ years
Maintenance interval 10-15 years inspection
Warranty period 10-25 years
Material cost (range) $280-450/m³
Material cost (per unit) $70-225/m²
Lead time 2-4 weeks standard, 4-8 weeks custom
Lifecycle cost 20% lower than OPC
Annual maintenance $0-5/m²
Market availability Limited - QLD, VIC
07 Assessment
Advantages
- At least 60% CO2 reduction vs OPC (reported for Zeobond E-Crete)
- Compressive strength classes 20-65 MPa (Uniquecem LCC)
- Fire rating >4 hours reported for 150 mm slab (E-Crete)
- Uses fly ash/slag-based binders
- Lower-carbon alternative to OPC concrete
Constraints
- Limited Australian manufacturers (QLD, VIC)
- Requires Performance Solution for NCC compliance
- Higher initial cost than conventional concrete
- Alkali handling safety requirements
- Variable performance with precursor sources
- Limited industry familiarity and design guides
- Custom formulation often required
- Heat curing may be needed for optimal properties
08 Applications
A1 Structural floor slabs and suspended slabs
A2 Precast wall panels and facade elements
A3 Marine structures and coastal infrastructure
A4 Industrial floors requiring chemical resistance
A5 Infrastructure projects (bridges, tunnels)
A6 Fire-rated separating walls and floors
A7 Thermal mass walls for passive design
09 Sources & Standards
Sources pending — citations for this material are not yet recorded. Verify all figures against manufacturer data and current standards before specifying.