Construction World October 2019

Interior walls are constructed using lightweight AAC blocks instead of bricks.

At the core of Illovo Central’s construction is the concrete column containing the lift shafts.

One of the benefits of using AAC blocks is that they can be easily cut to shape with a handsaw.

subcontractors in working smarter and enhancing their skill levels with new techniques. This delivered the exact tolerances demanded to closely match the building’s structure with the blockwork and the glazing. The performance glass on the outside of the building is low-e, reflecting long-wave infrared energy to keep the inside of the building cool and reduce load on the air conditioning system. A Marmoran wall coating is applied as a protective and aesthetic layer.

As with many developments in dense suburban areas, space to work has been at a premium at Illovo Central. The site office has even had to move into the building itself. The project’s location on Rivonia Road has demanded meticulous coordination of materials delivery by Concor Buildings, while council bylaws have meant no overtime can be worked in the suburb. The construction team has therefore had to maintain tight working efficiencies to keep the project on track. 

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CONSTRUCTION WORLD OCTOBER 2019