EastWest Product Spotlight

Strength You Can Build On

When your project demands dependable performance without compromising quality, EastWest Products’ 8” Lightweight Concrete Masonry Units (CMU) deliver.

Manufactured to meet ASTM C90 standards for loadbearing concrete masonry units, our lightweight block combines structural performance with the advantages of reduced weight, making installation easier while maintaining exceptional durability.

Proven Performance

Independent laboratory testing confirmed our 8” Lightweight CMU:

• Average Net Compressive Strength: 3,416 psi

• Exceeds the ASTM C90 minimum requirement of 2,000 psi

• Complies with ASTM C90 physical requirements for loadbearing concrete masonry units

Built for Fire Resistance

Safety matters. Based on its tested mix design, our 8” Lightweight CMU provides an equivalent thickness of 3.91 inches, exceeding the 3.6-inch minimum required for a 2-hour fire rating in accordance with ACI 216.

Why Choose EastWest Lightweight CMU?

• Meets or exceeds ASTM C90 requirements

• High compressive strength for demanding applications

• Lightweight design helps improve jobsite productivity

• Suitable for commercial, institutional, industrial, and residential construction

• Proudly manufactured by EastWest Products in Kinston, North Carolina

Whether you’re designing a new commercial facility or constructing your next masonry project, EastWest Products’ 8” Lightweight CMU provides the performance, reliability, and confidence you need from the ground up.

Build stronger. Build smarter. Build with EastWest Products.