Reinforced concrete wall, various finishes (150mm, 200mm, 250mm, 300mm, 400mm)
Reinforced concrete walls are cast-in-place or precast structural elements designed to resist gravity, lateral loads, and earth pressures. Wall thickness typically ranges from 150 to 400 mm depending on structural requirements.
- Multi-storey residential and commercial buildings
- Fire-rated compartment walls (FRL 90/90/90 to 240/240/240)
- Acoustic separation walls between dwellings
- Basement and retaining walls
- Lift and stair cores
- Industrial structures and warehouses
- Infrastructure projects (bridges, tunnels)
- Cyclone and earthquake resistant structures
- Thermal mass walls for passive solar design
- Blast-resistant structures
Reinforced concrete was developed in the mid-19th century, with François Coignet and Joseph Monier pioneering early applications. In Australia, reinforced concrete construction began in the 1890s with the Monier system. The material revolutionised construction after Federation, with iconic structures like Sydney Harbour Bridge pylons (1920s) demonstrating its capabilities. Australian Standard AS CA2 was first published in 1927, evolving into AS 3600 in 1988. Modern developments include high-performance concrete (>100 MPa), self-compacting concrete, and lower carbon alternatives using supplementary cementitious materials. Current focus on sustainability drives innovation in mix designs reducing embodied carbon while maintaining performance standards required for Australian conditions.
DISCLAIMER: This specification document is generated from the CLAD Materials Atlas Database. Information is for general guidance only and does not constitute professional engineering advice. Values are typical and may vary by batch, manufacturer, and production run. Verify suitability for specific project applications independently.