YTONG® is an alternative building system made from light-weight Aerated Autoclaved Concrete (AAC). It was invented in Sweden in 1923 and further developed under the YTONG® brand it turned into a world-wide success.
Today, YTONG® is used and manufactured all over the world, including earthquake-prone countries like Italy, Greece, Turkey, China, Japan, and Mexico. Click here for a PDF research document on earthquake resistant designs using YTONG®
Click here for a PDF document on earthquake disaster risk mitigation.
Click here for a report on AAC buildings in the 1995 Kobe Earthquake in Japan.
In 2005 YTONG®'s annual production of Aerated Autoclaved Concrete building blocks exceeded 8 million cubic metres.
Considering all its benefits, YTONG® represents the best building material for all applications: from renovation to new construction.
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Environmentally friendly and non-toxic From the manufacturing process to shipment, construction, and waste disposal YTONG® is in ecological balance. |
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Good sound absorption - effective sound barrier The natural air cushion formed in the high-pressure steam curing of AAC can absorb the most possible noise. |
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Ensures high standard of well-being YTONG® reduces temperature differences and humidity fluctuations and so ensures a comfortable and healthy room atmosphere. |
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Excellent workability It is easy to erect a solid masonry structure quickly and precisely. Only few tools and implements are neccessary. |
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Outstanding thermal insulation Keeps buildings cool in summer and warm in winter saving on heating and air-conditioning. |
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High fire rating AAC is resistant to high temperatures for a longer period of time than any other solid building material. YTONG® is especially chosen for fireproof walls in commercial buildings. |
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Performes well in earthquakes Thanks to its low weight and its plastic deformation properties the destructive force of earthquakes can be minimised. |