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Hello!
I'm considering using alba edge elements for my future garage construction. But I have a question. The edge elements are 6 meters long, and there will be a joint at the footing (the foundation); does this have any impact on the strength? For example, when compared to building with leca foundation blocks and reinforcement.
Best regards, Alexandersson_1
I'm considering using alba edge elements for my future garage construction. But I have a question. The edge elements are 6 meters long, and there will be a joint at the footing (the foundation); does this have any impact on the strength? For example, when compared to building with leca foundation blocks and reinforcement.
Best regards, Alexandersson_1
Just poured a slab for a garage with an ALBA beam. And got joints both on the long sides and the gables. I don't think it matters much since everything ties together with the reinforcement to the slab. You should have hooks in the elements that lie into the slab. Then I cast a beam on top of the elements as a spray edge and reinforced this as well. However, you might want to make sure not to have a joint right where you will drive in. They are designed to joint.
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Hi!
That was a quick response!
Did you place the edge elements on slabs or in a concrete string?
Do you have a picture of the hooks?
Did you have to cut the elements yourself? And how did you do it? Angle grinder with diamond disc?
I can find out the price myself, but what did they cost for you?
I was thinking of building a round with leca to get a splash edge.
Best regards, Alexandersson_1
That was a quick response!
Did you place the edge elements on slabs or in a concrete string?
Do you have a picture of the hooks?
Did you have to cut the elements yourself? And how did you do it? Angle grinder with diamond disc?
I can find out the price myself, but what did they cost for you?
I was thinking of building a round with leca to get a splash edge.
Best regards, Alexandersson_1
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I used the same type of edge elements, which were placed on balanced concrete slabs. A string of concrete should be able to make them stand just about any way?
The hooks are ~1m long reinforcing bars with a 'hook'/bend, which are hooked into the loops on the edge beam and tied to the reinforcement mats.
I have joints in all directions, no problem. Ordered custom-sized for my foundation. All the foundational material came as a lump sum, so I don't know what the ALBAbalk cost.
The hooks are ~1m long reinforcing bars with a 'hook'/bend, which are hooked into the loops on the edge beam and tied to the reinforcement mats.
I have joints in all directions, no problem. Ordered custom-sized for my foundation. All the foundational material came as a lump sum, so I don't know what the ALBAbalk cost.
I think they are about 2500+VAT for 6m. I cut mine with a gasoline-powered saw with a 250mm blade. It didn't go all the way through but reached the iron inside them. If you can't cut through the iron, it'll be a problem, rent a proper saw.
I placed my beams directly on a bed of 8-16 gravel on the supplier's recommendation. I hope it works; they suggested that the slabs or string casting is just to facilitate placement, meaning if you have the time and energy, you can adjust the gravel bed instead. I had access to professional leveling instruments. In hindsight, I think I should have chosen the slab method. It's easier to adjust a few slabs to the exact right height than an entire stretch......A lot of fiddling around to move materials until it was the correct level....
I placed my beams directly on a bed of 8-16 gravel on the supplier's recommendation. I hope it works; they suggested that the slabs or string casting is just to facilitate placement, meaning if you have the time and energy, you can adjust the gravel bed instead. I had access to professional leveling instruments. In hindsight, I think I should have chosen the slab method. It's easier to adjust a few slabs to the exact right height than an entire stretch......A lot of fiddling around to move materials until it was the correct level....
Why not just buy the garage beam that has a clear raised edge? Then you avoid having to lay bricks or cast another layer. You can either cut the beams yourself or buy them pre-cut according to the plan.