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February 23, 2024
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Updated on February 28, 2024
·Created on November 17, 2019
The ThermoPlan MZ70® is a Monomur brick with integrated mineral wool insulation.
The ThermoPlan MZ70® is the combination of baked clay and mineral Brickrock® benefits. The ThermoPlan is a hollow brick filled with mineral wool for improved insulation. With width varying from 240 to 490 mm, it can be used for the construction of single-family, double and multi-family dwellings – without any additional insulation. The mineral insulation is non-flammable, water repellent but permeable to vapor, resistant to aging, insulates against heat, cold and noise.
Target SDGs
SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 13: Climate Action
Market Suggested Retail Price
$8.61
Market Suggested Retail Price (Secondary Currency)
7.76
Target Users (Target Impact Group)
Household, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
Distributors / Implementing Organizations
Ziegelwerk Bellenberg
Countries
Germany
Manufacturing/Building Method
This product is produced in Germany using environmentally friendly production methods such as usage of local resources, use of low-emission natural gas, a heat recovery system for drying the bricks and one flue gas after burning.
Intellectural Property Type
Patent
User Provision Model
The product can be bought directly from the manufacturer.
Distributions to Date Status
Unknown
Unit dimensions (cm)
24 – 49 cm in length
Primary materials
Clay, minerals, wool insulation
Complimentary materials
None
Fire Resistance (hr)
Unknown
Thermal Insulation Capacity
R- value: 4.54 – 7.14
Compressive Strength (MPa)
10 MPa
Suitable Climates
Better for cold climates
Design Specifications
The ThermoPlan is a hollow brick filled with mineral wool for improved insulation. The brick is available in 5 different dimensions. The Length and Height are fixed in 248 and 249 mm respectively and the width can be 240, 300, 365, 425 and 490 mm. Its weight varies from 8.8 to 16.8 kg. The brick is filled with mineral wool for better insulation capacity. The hydrophobic (water repellent) setting of the mineral wool makes the walls moisture resistant.
Technical Support
Bellenberger provides full technical support.
Replacement Components
N/A
Lifecycle
Its as durable as any other brick, it can stand more than 100 years.
Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters
The manufacture guarantee heat and sound insulation as well as fire resistance, energy efficiency, high strength, and fast construction.
Vetted Performance Status
Testing performed by the manufacturer determined a 45db reduction, R-values ranging from 4.5 to 7.14, and 10 MPa compressive strength, however, no third-party testing has been completed
Safety
Builders should wear appropriate protective equipment such as hardhats, gloves and safety glasses while working to protect against physical injury commonly associated with heavy construction.
Complementary Technical Systems
In addition to cement mortar, a foundation, electricity, water and sanitation systems should be considered.
Academic Research and References
Pavlík, Z., Jerman, M., Fort, J., & Cerný, R. (2014). Monitoring Thermal Performance of Hollow Bricks with Different Cavity Fillers in Difference Climate Conditions. International Journal of Thermophysics, 36(2-3), 557–568.
“MZ70 Thermoplan”, Ziegelwerk Bellenberg, accessed on February 27, 2024, https://www.ziegelwerk-bellenberg.de/planziegel/mz70-thermoplan-ziegel.html
Compliance with regulations
Unknown
Other Information
“10 arguments for bricks”, Ziegelwerk Bellenberg, accessed on February 27, 2024, https://www.ziegelwerk-bellenberg.de/der-ziegel/10-argumente-fuer-ziegel.html?tx_news_pi1%5Baction%5D=detail&tx_news_pi1%5Bcontroller%5D=News&cHash=2da9aaf2b673917a5038ca839530585a
“Construction advice”, Ziegelwerk Bellenberg, accessed on February 27, 2024,
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