August/September 2007
$4.95
Arxx Acquires PolySteel
Fireproof ICFs
Sloped Concrete Roofs
Total Concrete Shells
Disaster-Resistant Finishes
AVAILABLE AS DIGITAL DOWNLOAD ONLY
Description
Description
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Standing Up to the Storm
Hurricanes present three major threats to buildings, and ICFs stand up to all three better than any other building system –and they’re easier to use, too.
ICF Saferooms
Tornado-proof safe rooms are a great way to add more profit to any job. They’re also a great way to introduce traditional builders to ICFs.
Best Light Commercial Projects
The Boulder County Parks building took top honors in the light commercial division. The same Arxx block was used in the project that was named 1st runner-up.
Windows to Stop Disaster
New impact-resistant windows from major manufacturers can help your ICF building become even more resistant to intruders, high winds and flying debris.
Fortified… For Safer Living
This program, developed by the insurance industry, can certify your projects as disaster-resistant—and may help property owners save money too.
Maximize Your ICF Business
Industry expert Jim Neihoff explains how to maximize your marketing dollars and use ICF construction to increase your bottom line.
Departments
As I See It: The Durable Solution
ICF News Roundup
In the News: Personnel Changes
New Products
Design Perspectives
Additional Info
Additional information
| Weight | .25 lbs |
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| Magazine Format | Digital Download Magazine, Print Mailed Magazine |
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Water intrusion is one of the biggest problems for any building. The big advantage for ICF walls is that they �do not promote mold or mildew and will not rot or decay. But water still can make its way through an ICF wall assembly if certain procedures are not followed. Read more: buff.ly/3YSMLEK
When asked whether ICF is really the best product, in many (most?) cases, the answer ought to be a resounding “Yes.” But, promoting ICF in situations where it is not truly beneficial to the client is detrimental to the industry as a whole. Read more: buff.ly/48nvFmX
Using ICFs can reduce future utility and insurance costs. Read the full story here: buff.ly/3YH3bBg
Bowling Green, Kentucky, the site of Rich Pond Elementary School, has experienced destructive tornadoes in the past. The overall cost of construction including a safe room was less than the average cost of a school designed to simply meet code. View project: buff.ly/3AffCL5
Orange Beach, Alabama, is vulnerable to severe weather, including hurricanes, so the owners of this 12,776-square-foot single-family home located just 300 yards off the water opted to build their new home with ICF for extra protection. View project: buff.ly/48crlXB
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