Sistema construtivo em painéis monolíticos de EPS: uma solução para a construção de habitações populares no Brasil

Abstract

The search for more efficient and at the same time sustainable construction systems, which mitigate the problem with the Brazilian housing deficit, is indispensable nowadays. Under this demand, this work is carried out presenting a description of the conventional constructive system and the monolithic system in EPS panels, emphasizing aspects of materials, applications, handling and waste. Followed by a financial comparison, based on the realization of an analytical budget for a popular residence, which shows a 29.13% reduction under the costs of a conventional work. Finally, a sustainable analysis between the two construction systems, highlighting essential characteristics for the choice of monolithic walls as a more ecological construction methodology. The monolithic walls in EPS, are panels of Expanded Polystyrene armed with electro-welded steel screen and later coated with mortar, this method manifests itself as a pertinent solution, displaying a good thermal and acoustic performance, effective execution, in addition to the EPS being a completely recyclable material. Above all, the fact that the system still occupies an insignificant position in the construction sector is evident. Given this context, the development of a case study for a popular housing, made it possible to evaluate the feasibility of applying the monolithic system in EPS panels as a substitute for conventional masonry, by checking the cost difference for each system for the purpose of its use in housing projects.