High Performance Buildings Using Insulating Concrete Formwork

Insulating Concrete Formwork A Modern Method of Construction (MMC) A building system where EPS provides formwork for in-situ concrete structure. It is then left in place for permanent insulation Moulded Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) formwork with integral ties/bridges Also called ‘Permanent Insulated Formwork’, ‘Thermo Forms’ or ‘Wallform’ in the UK

ICF is used for - Housing

ICF is used for - Basements

ICF is used for - Shops, cinemas

ICF is used for - Swimming pools, leisure facilities

ICF is used for - Schools

The ICF system There are many different ICF products They differ in the details of their shapes, cavities and component parts (ties). Please view video clip 1

The ICF system Three main types: Block systems Plank systems Panel systems Please view video clip 2

The ICF system Four types of cavities: Flat block Grid block Post and beam Flat panel Please view video clip 3

Examples of cladding Brick cladding identical to traditional brick and block houses

Examples of cladding Tile hung Brick slips Timber clad Render can be applied directly to ICF

Egan and Latham compliant ICF key benefits Design flexibility Speed of construction Cost effectiveness Sustainability Egan and Latham compliant

The future Incorporating developments in self-compacting concrete and fibre reinforced rendering, ICF is rapidly becoming a popular MMC More creative design System integration Standardization Regulations & specifications (lower insurance premiums)

For more information: www.ICFinfo.org.uk enquiries@ICFinfo.org.uk Tel.: 0700 4 500 500 The UK ICFA is affiliated to the ICFA of North America.