| Monobloc
& Bibloc; the Story.
The
difference between the systems is already clearly explained by the names:
Monobloc
is a single box element and bibloc is a double panel element.
Monoblocs
consist of a light weight steel boxes, mostly made of steel thickness
0.6,
0.8 or 1.0 mm. (EPG standard thickness is 1.0 mm steel).
The
box elements can be interchanged with other elements due to standized width.
The
box elements are closed and cable management and outlets require openable
service elements
Bi-blocs
consist of gypsum-panel reinforced steel shells, connected to standers
or to each other. The steel thickness is normally > 0.8 mm (EPG standard
thickness is 1.0 mm).
Each
side can be detached individually and interchanged with other surface material
panels.
Elements
can be opened for cable management and outlets.
Both
systems can be satisfactory, depending on the project requirements.
Monoblocs
are easier to install, more modular and substantally lighter in weight.
Biblocs
are developed to meet the modern requirements of intelligent buildings:
cable
management, freedom of outlet locations and adjustable panel surface on
both sides. Bibloc partitions are stronger, more rigid and more flexible.
Sound- and fire properties are considerably better than monoblocs. |