NewsA Beginner’s Guide to Sustainable Building
At Thirdson, we understand that good intentions – especially when it comes to sustainable building – can quickly leave you feeling overwhelmed.
With the ever-present climate crisis and increasing calls for planet-friendly building projects, we’ve met many customers who are feeling the pressure…and are often frustrated by the lack of clear direction from their hired professionals. However, we like our customers relaxed and confident, which is why Thirdson Construction is passionate about helping you find the ideal solutions for your sustainable building project.
Whether it’s integrating tested innovations, employing sustainable practices or simply introducing you to new possibilities – Thirdson Construction is at your service.
This week, for your consideration and (hopefully) inspiration, we’d like to share two of the most cutting edge developments from the wonderful world of sustainable building. And yes, we have used them.
To great effect.
Biax Foundations
Biax Foundations are a new and improved void former system for slab designs – 100% Australian-made from 100% recycled plastic.
These little pods are truly a work of sustainable genius.
They are suitable for any soil type, adjustable to fit any size foundation, lightweight, easy and fast to install, 100% recyclable and – because they don’t require any cutting – offer a zero landfill solution to your building needs.
If you have been checking out project sites, you have likely come across the big, white waffle-pod void formers used by most companies; the Biax pods are the next evolutionary step up.
In a nutshell, they make everything easier – and faster. They allow for a higher level of accuracy in steel placement prior and during the concrete pour, and consequently guarantee less cracked concrete and quicker build times. Plus, they reduce your carbon footprint, as they are manufactured in Sydney and super-economical in terms of transport (enough Biax pods for a 180 sqm home fit on a single-axle trailer).
At Thirdson Construction, we are utterly in love with these gold nuggets and would be more than happy to chat to you about integrating them into your build during the design phase.
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Holcim EcoPact Concrete
Holcim, like most global construction suppliers, have felt the push to meet some serious emission targets, and have been kicking some major goals; largely thanks to EcoPact Concrete.
In fact, using EcoPact Concrete can reduce your build’s carbon footprint by 30% without compromising the quality of construction.
Thirdson Construction have been using Holcim’s EcoPact range for all our slabs, footings and block-fill for quite some time now; and we’re pleased to report that the quality of the product and the building results are simply excellent.
Actually, EcoPact may be a little better than regular concrete, as we’ve noticed a reduced level of surface shrinkage cracks, a lovely, even colour, and fantastic results when it comes to post-curing hone/polish.
To ensure sustainability, EcoPact is locally produced, recyclable and, when possible, made with recycled construction demolition materials.
While Thirdson Construction have something of a brand-loyalty to Holcim, we are aware that most suppliers are starting to experiment with recycled content and are making similar mix-designs available to their customers.
And one last piece of good news: Most low-carbon alternatives to standard concrete come at the same price as the conventional product.
If you would like to learn in more detail about the technical aspects of EcoPact Concrete, check out the Holcim experts on Builders Yak.
In true Thirdson Construction fashion, we’re starting from the ground up with our approach to environmental sustainability and product selection; keeping our priorities of customer satisfaction and quality construction firmly in mind.
Luckily, there are plenty of exciting innovations we can adopt to create buildings that are good for the planet…and good for you.
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