ICF Pool Construction in 25 Steps
ICF Pool Construction Made Easy As part of our ongoing to commitment to ICF education, BuildBlock is proud to present this abbreviated walkthrough of the ICF pool building process. Many of the principles and techniques of traditional ICF construction apply to pool construction. Think of an ICF pool in the…
2018 Trade Shows
The 2018 Trade Show Season is Here! BuildBlock is excited to once again be represented at these 2018 trade shows; the International Builders Show in Orlando, Florida, and World of Concrete in Las Vegas, Nevada. We will have samples of our extensive product line on display, as well as informational literature…
The 2018 ICF Summit
Join BuildBlock and the ICFMA at the 2018 ICF Summit! BuildBlock is a proud member of the Insulating Concrete Forms Manufacturers Association (ICFMA) and is excited to participate in the upcoming ICF Summit. The ICF Summit spans 3 days with engaging seminars conducted by industry-leading ICF professionals. Whether you currently operate an ICF business or are…
New ICF Training Course: ICF Construction in 25 Steps
Revolutionary Online Training You may be aware that earlier this year, BuildBlock launched the first-ever online training site for ICF construction. If you didn't know that, now you do! Welcome to the party! BuildBlock.com/Training takes a revolutionary approach to ICF education. Users receive an in-depth level of training through interactive lessons, videos,…
R-Value Part 4: Is More Insulation Better?
Part Four: Is More Insulation Better? In the previous sections of our deep dive into insulation, we've covered the basic types of insulation, discussed the properties of ICFs, and talked about the difference between actual and performance R-value. Now let's take a look at the wizard behind the curtain, the secret…
R-Value Part 3: Fun with Foam
Part Three: Fun with Foam In the last article, we mentioned that BuildBlock ICFs and most others use about 2.5” of EPS (expanded polystyrene) foam on each side of a concrete core. The concrete core provides the strength and is designed to generally match the construction of standard reinforced concrete…
R-Value Part 2: The Science of Performance
Part Two: The Science of Performance In the first part of this article, we learned that ICFs are a superior form of construction (click for part 1) through simplicity of construction, fewer materials, disaster resilience, and insulation performance. So let’s talk a bit more about actual R-value versus performance R-value.…
R-Value Part 1: What R You Doing?
What R You Doing? A four part series looking at insulation, R-value, and value. What is the value of good? No, this isn’t a Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance moment, but we all want to know how much is really worth it. So you’re building a new home or…
Habitat for Humanity & BuildBlock Prove that Anyone Can Build With ICFs
Volunteers in South Dakota are building amazing homes alongside deserving families by utilizing the strength, efficiency, and simple installation of BuildBlock ICFs. Habitat for Humanity was founded in 1976 on the conviction that every man, woman and child should have a simple, durable place to live in dignity and safety, and…
BuildBlock Launches Online ICF Training Portal
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE May 19, 2017 Contact: Brian Corder Phone: (405) 212-3131 9705 N. Broadway Extension, Suite 200 Oklahoma City, OK 73114 buildblock.com BuildBlock Launches Online ICF Training Portal The BuildBlock Online Training Portal will deliver world class ICF construction training to anyone at their own pace, from any device,…