Please note that many of the blog posts published prior to July 1 2024 relate to Logix ICF, Element ICF’s predecessor.
At A Glance Discover why ICF foundations outperform traditional methods Save time and labor with lightweight, easy-to-install forms Reduce condensation and moisture issues, even in cold climates Enjoy warm, energy-efficient basements that feel like living space Future-ready construction that meets evolving building codes When it comes to building a strong,
At A Glance How Bridging Flexties add strength exactly where crews need it most Why all-foam wire chases save time for electrical installs Two flexible ways to create half-height blocks on-site How to quickly adjust horizontal rebar spacing without extra hassle What makes site-assembled ICF systems more adaptable on real
Labor shortages persist across the US and Canada and the skilled labor needed to construct conventionally-built high-performance homes is becoming particularly hard to find. As a result, some innovative developers are pivoting away from conventional wood frame construction and embracing a construction technology that demands far less skilled labor while
Element ICF is quickly becoming known as the new innovative hybrid ICF system with “all the features builders will love”. Here’s seven of the key features that most builders are loving when they give Element their first test drive: Reversible Interlock with Drainage Channels Element’s interlock is 4-way reversible. This
At A Glance Understand the real benefits and trade-offs of ICF construction Learn how ICFs improve comfort, efficiency, and long-term value See why builders and developers choose ICF for stronger returns Get practical insight into costs, wall thickness, and ventilation Find ICF-experienced pros and training to start building smarter Thinking
Traditionally, most ICF systems are known a primarily a “block system” or a “panel system”. ICF block systems typically boast of labor savings on the job for the installer. Panel ICF systems require their blocks to be assembled on-site but typically tout lower shipping costs and being easier for local
Well, it’s not every day you get to make an announcement like this! The EPS plants that own Logix Brands have been at the forefront of the North American ICF industry since the “early days”. After all, these are the plants that made Blue Maxx – the ICF that originally
So How Much Does A High-Performance Element ICF Home Cost Compared To A Regular Wood-Framed Home? Every home, homeowner, builder and region are different and there are many variables in play that make it difficult to arrive at a consistently accurate rule of thumb. But here is an example that
At A Glance How heat impacts concrete set time and structural performance Pre-pour strategies to keep mixes workable in high temperatures On-site adjustments that help crews pour faster and more consistently Real-world techniques for managing lifts and avoiding cold joints How better planning leads to stronger, more reliable ICF pours
At A Glance What NFPA 285 tests and why it matters for exterior wall safety How fire spread is measured in multi-story wall assemblies Key pass criteria for vertical and lateral flame control What NFPA 285 means for ICF design and code compliance How ongoing testing is shaping ICF fire
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