Legato® Interlocking Concrete Blocks

Legato® blocks are used across a wide range of applications, including: - Retaining walls - Material storage bays - Blast and impact protection walls - Flood defence and coastal erosion control - Bridge abutments and structural supports - Counterweights and kentledge - Fire break walls - Temporary and permanent works

No - Legato® blocks are designed to be dry-stacked and do not require mortar, steel reinforcement or adhesives. This allows for faster installation, easy dismantling and reusability.

Legato® blocks are manufactured using 50N/mm² concrete, which is among the highest compressive strengths available for interlocking concrete block systems in Europe.

Yes. Legato® block walls are often classified as temporary structures, making them ideal for applications where flexibility, relocation or short-term use is required. Planning requirements may be reduced, although local authority approval should always be checked.

Yes. When correctly designed and installed, Legato® blocks can be used for long-term and permanent structures, with a 120-year design life, subject to engineering approval.

Installation is rapid compared to traditional construction methods. A standard Legato® block covers 1.28m² of wall area, and no curing time is required, allowing structures to be load-bearing immediately.

Foundation requirements depend on wall height, loading, ground conditions and application. Many Legato® block walls can be constructed on a well-compacted granular base, but all installations should be checked by a qualified structural engineer.

Yes. Legato® interlocking concrete blocks are Class A1 Fire Resistant, making them suitable for use as fire break walls and as part of a Fire Prevention Plan (FPP).

Yes. Legato® blocks contain no steel reinforcement, making them highly resistant to corrosion and suitable for coastal erosion control, flood defence and marine environments.

Legato® blocks are available in multiple sizes and weights, ranging from approximately 590kg to over 2400kg, allowing walls and structures to be engineered to suit specific load requirements.

Each block features a cast-in lifting pin and is compatible with standard lifting clutches (typically 5-tonne). This allows safe handling using excavators, telehandlers or cranes.

Yes. Legato® blocks are designed to be fully reusable. They can be dismantled and reinstalled multiple times without loss of performance, making them ideal for temporary works and evolving sites.

Yes. Legato® blocks are manufactured from 100% natural materials, using locally sourced aggregates. They are fully recyclable at end of life and have a long service life, supporting sustainability and carbon reduction goals.

Yes. Legato® blocks are designed in accordance with BS EN 1992-1-2004 (Eurocode 2) for concrete structural design.

In many cases, Legato® block walls used for external storage bays or temporary works do not require planning permission, but requirements vary. Always consult your local authority before installation.

Elite Precast provides a Stability & Loadings Directory with guidance on wall heights, material storage, ground bearing and block configurations.

It is the customer's responsibility to ensure that all Legato® block structures are designed, checked and approved by a qualified structural engineer prior to installation.

You can speak directly with the Elite Precast technical team for guidance, drawings and pricing. Call 01952 588885 or email sales@eliteprecast.co.uk.

The blocks have a minimum design life of 100 years. For further information please download the Product Quality Statement.

Yes – we have a large number of clients who have specifically mentioned they are using our blocks when submitting their FPP to the Environment Agency.

Each block (Legato, Duo and Vee-Rock) has a fully tested cast-in lifting point (either pin or bar) so you will just need a suitable machine with a chain and hook.

We have approved and experienced installers who can either work for you or they can contract to us. Please visit our image gallery to see some examples of their work.

Yes, we work with companies who are very experienced in fitting both rigid/fixed and tension membrane roof systems onto our blocks and we will gladly put you in touch with them.

We keep huge stocks and typically clients can expect to wait 3-5 working days at the most. We deliver on all types of vehicles including flat bed, crane off-loads and all range of FORS.

Yes – Elite are RIQS / UVDB verified and have supplied a large number of major infrastructure projects including Tideway, Hinckley Point C, Crossrail and HS2. Please visit our Accreditations section for more information.

Yes – we work with Sterling Capital Asset Finance who specialise in providing bespoke packages to companies in the waste recycling and construction materials sectors. Please visit our Finance section for more details.

Yes – they have been used by many clients for constructing earth embankment retaining walls – they are quick to install and as they are built vertically, they often require less excavation and take up less space than gabion baskets.

Elite Precast operate as a wholesale manufacturer with a lean model (few sales reps, large stockholding) so they can keep overheads low and pass savings to customers.

Yes — while many products are "off-the-shelf", Elite Precast can modify existing units as well as bespoke precast concrete products.

Yes, Retainer-Rock® and Vee-Rock® walling both have a cobblestone finish. Retainer-Rock® is available with a smooth Liscio finish.

A pendine wall refers to interlocking concrete blocks used for construction purposes. These blocks are designed to be easily assembled and can be used for various applications, including temporary or permanent retaining walls. They are known for their durability, ease of installation, and ability to withstand weather conditions.