?Who invented the interlocking brick and its device

interlocking brick is one of the most innovative building materials that is widely used in today’s constructions due to its remarkable benefits. In today’s post, we will explore the history of this practical brick and the invention of the interlocking brick device. In fact, we aim to examine who initially invented the interlocking brick and how this building material was utilized worldwide.

?Who invented the interlocking brick shape

The idea of creating a brick with protrusions and recesses to interlock was first proposed in 1922. This invention was carried out by Mr. Jesse Martin, who designed the general shape of a brick with interlocking properties, which was subsequently well-received.

?Who invented the soil compression device

The invention of the soil compression device was carried out by engineer Raoul Ramirez at the CINVA Institute in Bogotá, Colombia, in 1952. This innovation marked a significant advancement in the construction materials industry. It is noteworthy that this technique was not limited to the production of interlocking(earth) bricks; rather, the device was used for compressing soil. The designed device mixed various types of soil with binders (such as cement or resins) and produced a durable product through compression. Over time, other engineers built upon this design with their own innovations.

:The invention of the interlocking brick device

 At this point, both the design of the interlocking brick and the soil compression device had been invented. Therefore, in the 1980s, a Dutch company seized this opportunity and combined the inventive designs of Jesse Martin and Raoul Ramirez to invent the interlocking brick device. This company utilized this invention for mass housing construction in poor African countries. Although the main goal of this initiative was an experimental operation, the results exceeded expectations and demonstrated outstanding engineering properties. As a result, this product gained worldwide fame, and global standards for its production and use were established in the year 2000.

Patent Registration of the interlocking Brick Device in Asia:

As we have reviewed so far, the device known today as the interlocking brick machine was invented by engineer Raoul Ramirez. Subsequently, other countries started producing these brick-making machines, and interlocking bricks began to be utilized, eventually reaching Asia as well. Although this product has the highest production rate in South American countries, it has become a popular material worldwide, including in Asia. Today, several companies in our country produce and sell interlocking brick machines. You may come across claims from some of these companies that the device is their own invention, attempting to deceive you. However, these claims are entirely false.

:Patent Law in Asia

According to Article 21 of the Iranian Patent and Discovery Law, an invention is eligible for registration if no application or documentation exists for it anywhere in the world, such as in films, journals, documents, etc. Unfortunately, in recent years, one of the manufacturing companies, by taking advantage of the lack of knowledge of relevant experts, submitted a patent application for this device. They claimed to be the inventor of the interlocking brick and stated that this invention had not been registered anywhere in the world before.

Consequently, they monopolized the production and sale of the device, creating legal issues for other suppliers. However, today, due to the objections of other manufacturing companies and the submission of valid documents to the court along with the official complaint, the patent claims of these profiteers have been completely dismissed. Thus, the production of interlocking brick and block machines is no longer monopolized by any single company.

On the other hand, considering the advantages and applications of interlocking bricks mentioned so far, they can be classified as strategic products that align with national interests. Not only do they contribute to preserving natural resources and the environment, but they also protect human lives in hazards such as earthquakes and fires, as previously stated. Now, imagine if this product were monopolized by a single company! Surely, this would not be a favorable situation. To better understand, consider the example that if mineral water production were monopolized by a single company, it would undoubtedly be disastrous. Although interlocking bricks are not as essential as water, their production and sales being monopolized could not yield good results.

Interlocking Brick Production Machine by Mojarab Machineries

Mojarab Machineries is one of the official manufacturers of this equipment worldwide. They began their operations in 2010 in the field of industrial machinery and equipment production. The machine produced by Mojarab Machineries and offered to esteemed entrepreneurs today boasts a unique design and incorporates innovative features in its construction. For more information, you can visit the official Mojarab Machineries page at mojarabmachines.com.

Interlocking Brick and Its Advantages

As you may have understood, interlocking bricks are made by compressing soil and combining it with reinforcing materials such as cement or stone powder. (However, with the machine produced by Mojarab Machineries, you can use alternative raw materials such as quarry waste from sand and gravel mines or residues from stone cutting factories.) interlocking bricks have holes on their surface, with one side having a groove and the other side being a tongue. This design allows the bricks to interlock when connected. For each row of bricks, a layer of adhesive is applied to ensure the structure’s stability.

Structures built with these bricks offer numerous advantages, such as:

• Earthquake resistance
• Heat and sound insulation
• High durability under pressure
• Reduced construction costs

Interlocking bricks can be used in various constructions, including houses, pools, gazebos, barbecues, walls, load-bearing structures, and perimeter walling.