Surface finishing: Foam block surfaces are typically covered by either stucco or plaster and then painted. Blocks on the end walls are placed in a pyramid fashion to form the peak. A lintel beam is used at the topmost layer. Walls: Blocks and rebar are progressively placed to the desired height of the wall. The open cores are plugged, then the trough is filled with concrete around the rebar creating an interconnected post and beam skeleton. The blocks are trimmed to create a trough in which to lay rebar that is then linked to the vertical rebar already in place. A horizontal beam is created by using lintel blocks at about the halfway point up each wall and at the top. Some blocks are easily cut to fit.Ĭoncrete reinforcement: Concrete is poured into the cores with rebar. The interlocking of the blocks ensures a proper fit. Rebar should be anchored to the foundation at locations that will align with the cores of the block, spaced at every third core or as required for structural strength.īlocks: Blocks are threaded over the rebar and stacked into place. Steel rebar is critical to achieving the strength and safety of the ‘post and beam’ construction. Providing a concrete floor is best practice but can be optional if resources are limited. It is always necessary to make a solid foundation that will withstand local conditions and support the structure. The system itself represents a modest capital investment with a reasonable ROI for mid-size+ Contractors and owner/operator Dealers.įoundation and floor. Profit: Increases Contractor profitability, improves the ability to win jobs. The greatest number of decent houses per dollar. The Onsite ICF Block system offers a cost effective and superior building solution with a quick project turnaround time from start to finish. There is both profit improvement and project level cost savings. Safety, security and appearance are additional factors that will attract buyers and tenants quickly.Ĭost Effective. The insulated walls improve the sound-reduction within the building. The durable structure can be built to withstand natural disasters. The insulation provided by the foam reduces heat stress and increases comfort. Walls are strong, weatherproof, pest resistant and fireproof. The finished product creates a comfortable place to live, gather, learn or work. In addition, the lightweight structure reduces foundation design requirements. Lightweight: The low weight of the blocks (~1kg) means less fatigue for the workforce, facilitates the employment of women, allows for tools that are simple, clean and quiet and improves safety and satisfaction on the jobsite compared to traditional methods involving bricks or concrete. Simplicity solves skilled labor shortages, shortens training, reduces overall staff and produces a consistent final product. It can be done with unskilled labor under the supervision of a trained foreman. Filling out the columns is basic and repetitive work. Material requirements are minimal, compact, easy to transport. Mobile factory can fabricate blocks in remote and undeveloped areas, giving those communities access to better housing. Blocks can be made and used same day or made in advance.Ĭonvenient. The block making system is efficient and can be conveniently done on site. Projects stay on schedule and avoid costly delays. Construction of the walls for a typical project can be done in less than a week. Reduce delivery time of the project from start to finish. Fast: More houses in less time with less people.
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