How to Install Sloof & Ring Beam Correctly

In home construction, the existence of sloof and ring beams is very important to maintain the stability and strength of the building structure. Although the shape is not striking, the installation of these two elements must be done properly so that the building is durable and able to withstand various pressures, including earthquakes.

What are Sloof and Ring Beam?
Sloof is a reinforced concrete beam installed on a stone foundation, functioning to distribute the load from the upper structure to the foundation and prevent the walls from cracking due to land subsidence.

Ring beams (sometimes called latei beams) are installed on the top of the wall and bind the entire building structure to remain sturdy, especially when receiving vertical and horizontal loads.

Sloof Installation Steps:

Prepare the Formwork
Use boards or multiplex as a mold. Make sure the position is straight and strong to hold the casting mixture.

Install Sloof Reinforcement
Usually use 4 main irons with a diameter of 10-13 mm with stirrups ± 15 cm apart. Tie with concrete wire for stability.

Do Casting
Use concrete with a minimum quality of K-225 and pour evenly. Make sure there are no air cavities (use a vibrator if necessary).

Formwork Removal
Do this after 2-3 days or when the concrete is hard enough. Protect the casting results from cracking due to direct sunlight.

Ring Beam Installation Steps:
Installation of Reinforcement
Just like the sloof, the ring beam also uses staple iron and stirrups. Make sure the joints between the reinforcements are not loose.

Stable Formwork
Because the position of the ring beam is on top, make sure the formwork is strong enough to hold the weight of the concrete during the casting process.

Careful Casting
Concrete must be poured slowly and evenly to avoid cracking. The use of a vibrator is highly recommended.

Formwork Removal
Wait at least 3 days. After removal, let the ring beam dry completely before the next stage (for example, casting the upper floor).

Additional Tips:
Use SNI reinforced concrete to ensure the durability of the reinforcement.

The distance between the sloof and ring beam is adjusted according to the floor height and type of building.

If the building is two stories, make sure the structural design has been calculated by professionals.

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