Cellcore HX B - Ground Heave Protection for Beams & Pile Caps
Key Features
BBA Certified
All Cordek products are BBA certified for quality assurance
Next Day Delivery
Fast delivery across the UK for your project timelines
Sustainable
BREEAM A+ rated products for environmentally conscious projects
Perfect For:
- Residential foundations and ground beams
- Commercial building projects
- Ground heave protection systems
- Gas venting and radon protection
- Pile caps and foundation formwork
- Contaminated land remediation
Why Choose NextDaySteel for Groundworks?
Description
Safeguard your ground beams and pile caps with Cellcore HX B, a high-performance ground heave protection system from Cordek. Constructed from cellular Filcor Expanded Polystyrene (EPS), this lightweight solution reduces upward forces caused by soil expansion, ensuring foundation stability in heave-prone areas. BBA certified, NHBC compliant, and BRE Global Verified with an Environmental Product Declaration (EPD), it’s available in multiple grades, depths, and widths to suit various concrete depths and soil conditions. With optional integral permanent formwork, Cellcore HX B streamlines construction while minimizing costs. Ideal for residential and commercial foundation systems, contact Next Day Steel at 020 8079 7719 for expert specification advice and order now for next-day delivery across the UK.
Product Specifications
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Type |
Ground Heave Protection |
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Material |
Cellular Filcor EPS |
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Grades |
7/10, 9/13, 13/18, 18/24, 24/32, 32/42 (Safe Load: 7–32 kN/m²) |
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Panel Depth |
85 mm (Low), 155 mm (Medium), 220 mm (High), per soil plasticity index |
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Maximum Concrete Depth |
220–1220 mm (up to 2000 mm with custom grades) |
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Applications |
Reinforced concrete ground beams, pile caps |
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Standards Compliance |
BBA certified, NHBC compliant, BRE Global Verified EPD |
Key Features
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Reduces upward forces from ground heave for robust foundations.
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BBA certified, NHBC compliant, and BRE Global Verified EPD.
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Optional integral permanent formwork for efficient construction.
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Wide range of grades and depths for project flexibility.
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Next-day delivery available across the UK.
What is Cellcore HX B used for?
Cellcore HX B is used beneath reinforced concrete ground beams and pile caps to protect against ground heave, ensuring structural stability in expansive soil conditions like clay.
How do I select the right Cellcore HX B specifications?
Determine panel depth based on soil plasticity index (e.g., 155 mm for PI 20–40) and grade based on concrete depth (e.g., 18/24 for 660 mm). Contact Next Day Steel at 020 8079 7719 for expert guidance.
Does Cellcore HX B meet industry standards?
Yes, it is BBA certified, NHBC compliant, and BRE Global Verified with an EPD, ensuring top-tier performance and sustainability.
Can I get Cellcore HX B delivered next day?
Yes, next-day delivery is available, subject to stock and location. Call Next Day Steel at 020 8079 7719 to order now.
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