Reinforced Concrete Panels: The Future of Architecture
One of the best technological advances that has been gaining momentum in recent times is the reinforced concrete panel. As the world is becoming increasingly worried about issues related to climate change and sustainability, low or no-waste raw materials are slowly also becoming more common. In today’s modern architecture, it is not enough to just build a structure as per the basic requirements of the area. Rather, it is crucial to also take into account how we can use fewer non-renewable resources for an optimal output. This will then allow us to leave something positive for our future generations.
bti is a leading Bangladeshi real-estate developer with over 40 years legacy in its name. Not only is the company known for introducing innovative raw materials such as concrete hollow blocks for use in construction, they are dedicated to providing the best customer service, as well as on-time handover. After thorough research, the company’s building products wing decided to introduce reinforced concrete panels instead, a more well-thought out version of concrete hollow blocks.
Often, reinforced concrete panels are made on-site, making them a great option for use in larger scale projects. This is because they reduce operational costs like transportation and storage (as they are made only when necessary, saving on warehousing costs as well). Also, the molds/ forms used in making these are customizable, allowing the creation of panels with minimal wastage – which undoubtedly adds to their versatility too. Construction workers and engineers must be well-trained on the making of reinforced concrete panels to make the entire construction process more efficient and streamlined.
When bti makes reinforced concrete panels for use, they use a foaming agent with the concrete to ensure that it sets quicker than regular concrete. This foaming agent has the added advantage of ensuring that the end product is even lighter than concrete hollow blocks. Therefore, using reinforced concrete panels will make the entire structure up to 70% more lightweight, while still remaining as strong and durable as before.
While bti building products is currently only making enough reinforced concrete panels for use in its own projects, these panels can have far-reaching impacts if used in infrastructure such as dams, bridges, etc. They are also highly durable, which means that using these in construction will ensure the longevity of the project, be it a residential or commercial building, or even infrastructure.
As the human population of the world keeps growing while natural resources keep getting depleted, it is becoming even more of a necessity for us as global citizens to incorporate sustainability into every aspect of our lives. It is only when we are able to ensure the widespread use of reinforced concrete panels that we will be able to take a positive step towards a sustainable future.
