Earthquake and Cyclone Performance

Rammed Earth walls are built as articulated free-standing masonry panels. This method of construction is preferred in seismic areas and/or problem sites where ground movement occurs due to subsidence, subsoil movement, or from clay heave and shrinkage. Where the panels are articulated, movements of the ground are naturally better accommodated than in conventional brick buildings.

How good is rammed earth in cyclonic wind areas?

Excellent. Rammed Earth buildings have now been successfully built in most cyclone areas of Australia. Rammed Earth meets all required cyclone codes.