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What is CLC?

A:CLC is called as Cellular Light Weight Concrete and it is also called as Foam Concrete. Cellular Light Weight Concrete (CLC

produced like normal concrete under ambient conditions. It is produced by initially making slurry of Cement, Sand (optional), Fly-A

addition of pre-formed stable foam. The Concrete is pumped into assembled moulds of blocks. The foam imparts free flowing cha

effect of foam bubbles enabling it to easily flow into all corners and compact by itself in the moulds/forms without requiring any kind o
strength and dimensional stability to Bricks. Bricks are cured either by natural air Curing or Steam Curing procedure.

What is Basic Automatic Version (BAV)? And how it works?

A: Basic Automated Version model in CLC Machinery usually gives the capacities from 10m3 to 40m3 production per Day. Usually in

Cement and Flyash are loaded to the Mixer manually by the workmen. The material loaded to the Mixer depends upon the formula g

of the Mixer. The sequence of the raw material loaded to the Mixer are Required Water, Cement, Flyash and then Foam which come

Air Compressor. All the raw materials which are loaded to the Mixer are weighed automatically by Digital Weighing Scale System whi

controlled uniformly by the Centralized Control panel. After the preparation, the final mixture is then loaded to Moulds using Bin trolle

Stock yard with the help of Flat trolleys, where blocks are kept for self curing for the period of 20-30 days. Later the final blocks can b

What is Semi Automatic Version (SAV)? And how it works?

A: Semi Automated Version model in CLC Machinery usually gives the capacities from 30m3 to 60m3 production per Day. In this typ

the raw materials such as cement and flyash are stored in 1 Ton capacity Hoppers of Screw and Belt Conveyors from which Cemen

and Flyash loaded to the Mixer through Belt Conveyor. The material loaded to the Mixer depends upon the formula given by the Comp

sequence of the raw material loaded to the Mixer are Required Water, Cement, Flyash and then Foam which comes from the Foam G

the raw materials which are loaded to the Mixer are weighed automatically by Digital Weighing Scale System which is installed to the

by the Centralized Control panel and this control panel will be given PLC allowance which means all the process can be done autom

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to the Control Panel. After the preparation, the final mixture is then loaded to Moulds using Bin trolleys. After 48 hours the blocks ar
trolleys, where blocks are kept for self curing for the period of 20-30 days. Later the final blocks can be dispatched.

What is Fully Automatic Version (FAV)? And how it works?

A:Fully Automated Version model in CLC Machinery usually gives the capacities from 50m3 to 100m3 production per Day. Usually in

Cement and Flyash are stored separately in 100 tons capacity silos with the help of bulkers. The two silos provided with two screw
cement are connected to the main mixer. Here the advantages of storing the material in the silos are we can get fine flyash through

and the required quantity of flyash and cement can be easily loaded to the mixer which saves more time and leaves no wastage

material loaded to the Mixer depends upon the formula given by the Company based on the capacity of the Mixer. The sequence

Required Water, Cement, Flyash and then Foam which comes from the Foam Generator with the help of Air Compressor. All the raw

weighed automatically by Digital Weighing Scale System which is installed to the Mixer. All the process is controlled uniformly by th
panel will be given PLC allowance which means all the process can be done automatically with PLC system when it is installed to

final mixture is then loaded to Moulds using Bin trolleys. After 48 hours the blocks are carried for Stock yard with the help of Flat troll
the period of 20-30 days. Later the final blocks can be dispatched.

What are the Raw Materials?

A: Raw Materials for making CLC Bricks / Blocks would be
Cement
Fly-Ash / Sand
Foam
Water
Lime (If-Needed).

Is the Foaming Agent Available continuously and where should we get from?

A: Foaming Agent is continuously available at our company in whatever quantities required and we can supply to any place in India b

What about Density?

A: Densities range of CLC would be between 400 1800 kg/m3 which are used for various applications.

What about Compressive Strength?

A: As per IS 2185 Part IV, Compressive strength Chart is as follows Density Grade Compressive Strength (n/mm2) Water Absorption
Density

Grade

Compressive Strength (n/mm2)

Min

Max

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800

G-2.5

2.5

1000

G-3.5

2.8

3.5

1200

G-6.5

5.2

6.5

1400

G-12

12

1600

G-17.5

14.5

17.5

1800

G-25

22

25

What about Curing?

A:Curing of the Bricks / Blocks can be done by either natural air Curing for 2 to 3 weeks or by Steam Curing for 8 Hours.

What is Basic Automatic Version (BAV)? And how it works?

A: Curing of the Bricks / Blocks can be done by either Water Curing for 2 to 3 weeks or by Steam Curing for 8 Hours.

What is Steam Curing Plant?

A: These Plants are generally suitable for Higher Production Capacities and the advantages with this system will be Faster Curing
Maximum Production.

What is Water Curing Plant?

A: These Plants are generally suitable for Less Production Capacities and are best suitable for Start-Up Companies, Brick / Tiles M
as the investment is very less. In this kind of plant the blocks can be despatched within two days.

What is the Plant Capacity & How much will be the Investment?

A: CLC Brick / Block Manufacturing Plants can be started with a minimum production of 10m3 to 100m3 per day and the investment r

What is the Production Cost?

A: Production Cost in India is generally between Rs. 1500 2200 per m3 and this depends upon the Prices of Raw Materials.

What is the Market Price?

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A: Market Price throughout India is in between Rs. 3000 4000 per m3.

What is the Break-Even Period?

A: Break-Even / ROI can be achieved as less as 8-12 Months at 100% Efficiency.

Sizes & Number of Bricks per m3 with Weights

Size (in inches)

Size (in mm)

No of Bricks / m3 Weight (Kgs)

24 x 8 x 4

600 x 200 x 100

9.5 10

24 x 8 x 6

600 x 200 x 150

14.5 15

24 x 8 x 8

600 x 200 x 200

19 19.5

24 x 8 x 9

600 x 200 x 225

22 22.5

Direct Advantages of CLC?

A: Direct Cost Saving using CLC Light Weight Blocks would Reduce Steel / Iron for Structural Foundation, Savings in Plastering & M

In-Direct Advantages of CLC?

A: In-Direct Advantages of CLC are in the form of Thermal Insulation, Sound Reduction, Less Water Absorption, etc...

Future of CLC

A: Government is making all efforts to Ban / Stop Clay Bricks Manufacturing & Usage as it consumes Top Agricultural Soil and also
course of time, an appropriate action will be taken.

Fal-G (Fly-Ash) bricks are much heavy in weight and require heavy structural foundation and because of the heavy weight, labou
competition, Fly Ash Bricks are available at rock bottom price and it would be difficult for them to reduce price any more.
Several Brick Manufacturers who are already into Clay Bricks & Fly-Ash Bricks are converting into CLC Technology.
CLC Blocks Plant supplied from our company can be converted to AAC Plant in future according to the customer requirement.

Who are the best suitable manufacturers?

A: CLC Plants are best suitable for Brick, Tiles (Parking & Designer), Marble Manufacturers & Dealers, Builders, Entrepreneurs & an

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Suitable Places of Production & Marketing

A: Plants can be set up in all corners of India as CLC Bricks are widely accepted and Raw Materials are easily available.

Plant Size Feasible

A: Plant Size or Production Capacity generally depends upon the Market Location. Its always better to start with Small or Medium Pla

Land, Power & Labour Requirement

A: Land, Power & Labour requirement depends upon the Plant Size / Production Capacity. The Minimum requirement of Land - 2
(Un-Skilled) & 1 (Skilled).

Usage of CLC in different countries

A: CLC Technology is widely accepted in more than 40 Countries.

Approvals from any organizations

A: CLC Technology is approved by Indian Standards.

IS Code
A: IS Code for CLC Technology is IS 2185 Part IV .

Process of Plant Visit

A: All the Clients are welcome to Visakhapatnam to have Techno-Commercial discussions and all the issues like Technical Details
discussed. If any Client is interested in visiting a running plant, then they have to take an appointment from our company

How much land is required to run a CLC brick machinery plant?

10 -20 cubic meter plant: 50 cents (2400 Square Yards)

30-60 cubic meter plant: 100 cents (4800 Square Yards)
60-100 cubic meter plant: 200 cents (9600 square Yards)

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In what sizes are CLC light weight bricks available for sale?
Length

Height

Thickness

2 feet

8 inches

4inches

2 feet

8 inches

6inches

2 feet

8 inches

8inches

What is the output capacity of CLC bricks per cubic meter?

Length

Height

Thickness

Output

2 feet

8 inches

4inches

83 Bricks

2 feet

8 inches

6inches

56 Bricks

2 feet

8 inches

8inches

42 Bricks

How much power consumption is required for running CLC brick machinery plant?
1.5 cu.mt. Mixer

10 hp

Foam generator

1 hp

Air Compressor

5 hp

Water motor

2 hp

Screw Conveyor

5 hp

Belt Conveyor

5 hp

Total

28 hp Needed

How labor force is required in running a CLC light weight brick machinery plant?
A: A minimum of ten 10 unskilled workers are essential in the production of CLC bricks.

How much of raw material is required to manufacture CLC bricks?

A: The raw material required to manufacture 1000 blocks of size 24x8x9 are:
Foaming agent: 50 kg
Cement: 100 bags
Fly ash: 16 tons
Water: to prepare a slurry mix similar to general requirement in concrete production.

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What type of foaming agent can be used in CLC bricks production?

Protein foaming agent (non-veg) 85gm to 95gm per liter (density) can use for CLC bricks.
Protein foaming agent (veg) can be used for roof insulations.

What type of cement grade can use in CLC light weight bricks manufacturing?
A: 53 grade ordinary Portland cement (OPC) is used for manufacturing CLC bricks.

What type of fly ash can be used for CLC bricks production?
A: We should use fine fly ash, which is available in thermal power plants. (It is also available in certain industries free of
arrangement).This raw material is one hundred percent (100%) suitable for CLC bricks production.

What type of conveyor can be used in CLC bricks machinery plants?

A: There are two types of conveyors that can be used:
Belt conveyor for fly ash
Screw conveyor for cement
Screw conveyor for flyash can be used only with silo

How many moulds are needed for 1 cubic meter CLC bricks manufacturing?

There are four moulds needed if it is 8 feet ms (mild steel) sheet.

There are five moulds needed if it is 6 feet ms (mild steel) sheet.

Is it advisable to make moulds with fiber?

A: Oh! Yes, but life span of fiber moulds is less when compare to mild steel (ms). So, MS sheet are the most preferred material
Besides, it has more durability, which means less investment.

What are the different types of curing are there during the production of CLC bricks?

A: There are two types of curing while making CLC bricks. They are natural air curing and steam curing. Water curing is not nece
water ratio in the production of CLC.

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How many days curing is needed after manufacturing CLC bricks?

A:The blocks should be left idle without disturbing at least 20-30 days of natural air curing in the stock yard.

What are the different types of CLC plants that we are providing?
A: There are several types of CLC plants and we are providing the following types:
Basic Version plant foam generator, control panel, mixer and load cells, compressor, molds and trolleys.
Semi automatic plant foam generator, control panel, mixer and load cells, compressor, cutting machine and conveyor belt

Fully automatic plant foam generator, control panel, mixer, and load cells, compressor, cutting machine, silos (storage towers), bo

What is digital weighing scale system in a CLC brick machinery plant?

A: Digital weighing scale system is nothing, but load cells which are fixed at the bottom of a mixer to measure the weight of the materi
CLC bricks.

How much capacity of load cells we are providing?

A: There will be provided four load cells at the bottom of the frame of the mixer, each load cell capacity is 2 tons If it is 1.5 cubic m
cubic meter mixer.

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