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Stepoc®

Stepoc Basement

Stepoc is a system of highly-engineered and dimensionally co-ordinated building modules which are designed to readily accept both vertical and horizontal reinforcement for use where structural performance is the prime consideration.

Stepoc combines the ease of blockwork with the versatility of in-situ concrete, and yet is faster to apply than both, making it an ideal component in fast-track construction for:

  • Retaining walls
  • Basement walls  
  • Sheer walls
  • Laterally-loaded panels
  • Blast panels


 

Filling of Stepoc

The system is available in widths of:

  • 190mm
  • 256mm

There is also the option of the 325 Basement Block

The blocks are laid in a running bond, which automatically creates the correct pattern to produce the 'waterfall' effect. Corners, T-junctions and cross junctions are created using a combination of units and specific data sheets are available to illustrate these (see document tab below).

All sales enquiries for Stepoc should be directed to our Customer Service office in Buxton on 01298 23333

Composition and Manufacture:
Forticrete Stepoc blocks are manufactured to fine tolerances using aggregates which satisfy BS EN 12620:2002 and cement to BS EN 197-1:2000. They are manufactured at a plant which is registered under the BSI Registered Firms Scheme BS EN ISO 9001:2000

Dimensions:
Forticrete Stepoc blocks are available in three standard sizes:
400 x 190 x 225mm
400 x 256 x 225mm


Weight:
Stepoc average weights per block are as follows:
400 x 190 x 225mm: 16.5kg
400 x 256 x 225mm: 19.85kg


Characteristic Compressive Strength (fk):
190mm - 14.0 N/mm˛
256mm - 18.0 N/mm˛


Manufacturing Tolerances (mm):
Height: +2, -2
Length: +2, -2
Width: +2, -2

Fire Resistance:
Minimum fire resistance: 2 hours. For specific applications refer to BS 8110 Part 1 1997.

Agrément Approval:
The British Board of Agrément has approved Stepoc for use as set out in Agrément Certificate No. 98/3450.

Resistance to Frost Damage:
The Stepoc system is resistant to the freeze-thaw conditions that are likely to occur below a damp proof course.

Resistance to Sulphate Attack:
Stepoc has adequate resistance to Class DS-3 sulphate ground conditions.

Stepoc Construction Procedure


Step by step Construction Sequence

  1. The concrete foundation needs to be level.
  2. Vertical reinforcing bars are cast into the foundation at specific spacings.
  3. The first course is bedded on mortar.
  4. The horizontal reinforcing bars are tied to the vertical bars using tie wire.
  5. The blocks are stacked dry to the height of the first pour.
  6. The vertical faces should be checked on alternative courses for plumb.
  7. Concrete is preferably pumped into the blocks, using a minimum C35/28 concrete with a minimum slump of 150mm and a maximum aggregate size of 10mm

Alternative methods to pumping may be used, provided that the fresh concrete can flow in a similar manner to pumped concrete and that the method of transportation and placing does not incur an additional risk to the stability of the wall. Mechanical vibration is unnecessary, and should not be used.

For further details please contact the Forticrete Technical department on 0800 262136 (option 2)

stepoc sizes

Details of recent projects completed using Stepoc:

[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc BBA Certificate (239 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc System - Jun 2007 (561 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc 190 End Detail (215 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc 190 Corner Detail (222 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc 190 Rebar Spacing (181 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc 256 End Detail (173 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc 256 Corner Detail (244 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc 256 Rebar Spacing (162 KB) Click here to download
[icon] - Adobe PDF Stepoc Movement Joint Construction (280 KB) Click here to download
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