Compressed earth block (CEB)
Compressed earth blocks (CEB) are materials obtained when laterite soil is compressed. The physical and mechanical properties of CEB can be improved by adding a binder to the laterite soil, usually Portland cement, prior to compression and subsequent curing. This is the stabilisation process.
Commonly used format: 29,5×14×9,5cm
Raw materials: Laterite soil, cement or other binder (chemical or natural fibre) and water.
Processing: Mixing of raw materials, pressing and curing (at least 14 days).
Quality control; Water absorption, compression, size.
Cameroonian standards NC 102-114, 2002 -2006.
Solid blocks
Dimensions : 29 x 14 x 10 cm
Interlocking blocks
Dimensions : 29 x 14 x 10 cm
U-shaped blocks
Dimensions : 29 x 14 x 10 cm
Circular blocks
Diamètre : 30 cm
Rounded corner blocks
Diameter : 10 x 14 x 29 cm
Two rounded corner blocks
Diameter : 10 x 14 x 29 cm
Other variants
- Half-block
- 3/4 block
- Corner blocks
