Sustainable Earth - one blok at a time
Welcome to our Blog! Here is a quick introduction to what we are doing and links to related information will be posted soon !

LM714 Dynablok Press

LM714 Dynablok Press
LM714 Dynablok Press

7" x 14" x 4"

7" x 14" x 4"
The "Blok" 7" x 14" x 4"

intro to cebs

Approximately HALF the world's population are living in earthen structures. Some people have confused Compressed Earth Blocks (CEBs) with Adobe building since Adobe was used in many ancient buildings. CEBs have advanced since the development of the mechanized hyraulic ram for applying pressure to earth blocks. This is a simple, cost-effective, reliable and sustainable building method with minimal impact on the environment.

benefits and uses


Benefits of CEBs:
1. Cost and energy efficient due to use of on-site materials and thermal mass (high density) properties. (see below for definition of thermal mass). 2. Fire and pest resistant. 3. Soundproof. 4. Non-toxic 5. Quality of block uniformity, high strength and durability. 6. Simple construction method. 7. Faceblock finish can be painted or plastered.
Thermal mass: is the ability of a material to absorb, store and later release heat. ie: temperature fluctuations will be reduced therefore reducing energy costs and usage.

Tuesday, 15 November 2011

Stucco practice on bodega walls


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Tuesday, 19 July 2011

Applying the wire mesh

The STUCCO coats require wire for better adhesion
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The first finished structure!

The Bodega team: Kevin and Victor


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Getting ready to pour the roof on Bodega


Kevin is tying re-bar to complete the concrete Bodega roof
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Tuesday, 5 July 2011

Building walls for the water well Bodega




Cement in corner holes for added strength


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Friday, 24 June 2011

Ready to erect walls

As you can see the rain has not affected the stabilized blocks, still looking great!


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Monday, 4 April 2011

The Production and Curing Continues...

Curing continues under the tarps for 10-15 days
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Monday, 28 March 2011

500 to 1000 Blocks per day

To date, we have produced over 2,500 blocks and steadily climbing....
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Sunday, 27 March 2011

Stacking

The blocks are stacked and covered with plastic for curing.
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Careful Removal

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Inspection

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The Finished Blok

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Loading the Hopper

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Adding Water

After dry mixing, a small amount of water is added and mixed well until all lumps are out!
Looking forward to getting our automatic mixer...
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Dry Mixing

The soil requires mixing with different amounts of sand and cement, depending on the soil's clay content.
Generally, between 5 to 8 % cement is added to stabilize the block for seismic (durability) purposes.
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Raw Material and Shredder Machine

This machine is used to shred and crush the raw material for preparing the soil for CEBs.
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