The following pros and cons are here to help you understand the potential benefits or hindrances that these blocks can grant. Ultimately though we always advocate our quality blocks, we understand that they may not be suitable for all projects.

With that in mind, here are the pros and cons of interlocking concrete blocks.

The pros of interlocking concrete blocks

• Longer lasting and more durable than a Gabion basket
• Quicker and less hassle to install
• No need for mortar, saving you money and time
• No need for steel reinforcement or shuttering
• Resistant to extreme weather conditions
• Fire-resistant properties, mitigating the spread of fire depending on the structure
• Little maintenance required
• Often, no foundation is needed before installing
• Sound resistant
• Sustainable
• Ability to stack them upon each other
• Flexibility in sizes
• Appropriate for temporary and/or permanent buildings
• Unlikely to be displaced due to the interlocking function
• Can be moved with standard lifting equipment

The cons of interlocking concrete blocks

• Difficult to move safely without the right machinery
• Sizes may not be favourable for certain projects (though we have various sizes)
• You must ‘unlock’ them before moving if the blocks are connected
• Can cause serious injury if not handled and moved safely

How much do interlocking concrete blocks weigh?

In regard to the weight of the blocks, it will vary from size to size, and from the concrete being used. But as an example, 1800 x 600 x 600 concrete block can weigh 1560 kg, this can fluctuate as different types of concrete have different levels of density.

Interlocking concrete block cost

If you are considering the cost of our interlocking concrete blocks, we strongly encourage you to get in touch with us. Having a solid idea of what you intend to use the blocks for, including the space they’re going into, and how much you need will make it easier for us to give you a quote.

However, if you’re still deciding whether or not to use our blocks, and would like specific questions to be answered in relation to your project, we are happy to provide all the information you need once you get in contact.

Interlocking concrete block sizes and styles

Our team at PPC Concrete Products supplies different types of interlocking concrete blocks. Though we have a variety of options when it comes to the interlocking concrete blocks that we make.

The way our blocks are made is by having a casting of the dimensions mentioned below and depending on the option chosen, the cast is then filled with concrete. Each block has a Lifting pin anchor system embedded in the concrete at the point of casting – this is how the blocks are moved once the concrete is set.

After setting, the cast is then removed and the blocks are transported to their destination.

we offer the option for your block to be:

• Standard Blocks
• Flat Top Standard Blocks
• Rock Face Block
• Rock Face Flat Top Block

To view what these options look like, take a look at our gallery.

 Here are our size options:

• 300 x 600 x 600
• 600 x 600 x 600
• 900 x 600 x 600
• 1200 x 600 x 600
• 1500 x 600 x 600
• 1800 x 600 x 600
• 400 x 800 x 800
• 800 x 800 x 800
• 1200 x 800 x 800
• 1600 x 800 x 800

Half and thirds of the sizes displayed are also offered with your order if needed.

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