ICF Blocks and Accessories
BuildBlock offers more than just standard ICF blocks. We also offer BuildLock Knockdown ICF Blocks, a high-performance wall system that ships flat; ICF Door & Window Bucking, which provides a transition from ICF walls to openings; ICF Radius Forms, used for creating curved walls and pools; an ICF Roofing & Flooring system, which creates insulated concrete floors and roofs; ICF Bracing, a system that provides alignment and a working platform; HardWall, a system for commercial applications requiring impact resistance; ThermalSert ICF Insulation Inserts to increase the R-value of walls; and GlobalBlock All Foam ICF, a lower-cost, all-foam alternative.
BuildBlock ICF Blocks
BuildBlock Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) are a building system that uses expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam blocks and reinforced concrete to create durable and energy-efficient walls. The ICFs are designed to interlock and create a formwork for concrete that provides continuous insulation, which eliminates thermal bridging and air leaks. This results in a tight, secure, and energy-efficient wall system that is also durable and easy to install. BuildBlock ICFs can be used for both residential and commercial construction projects and offer a range of benefits, including improved energy efficiency, superior sound insulation, and disaster resistance. The customizable design of the ICFs allows for flexibility in construction, making it possible to build a variety of structures, from simple homes to complex commercial buildings. The environmental benefits of ICFs, including their recyclability and reduced carbon footprint, make them an attractive and responsible building option.
BuildBlock ICF forms are measured based on the concrete core width. All BuildBlock forms are fully-assembled and ready to use. are available in 4-inch, 6-inch, and 8-inch forms with dedicated corners and specialty blocks. For larger core thicknesses, check out the BuildLock KD forms which are available from 4-inch through 12-inch cores or more ship flat and blocks are assembled from two panels with the needed bridge size to create a full block.
BuildBlock ICFs are two foam panels connected by plastic webs or ties that join the panels, provide placement options for securing rebar, and form insulated studs every 6″.
BuildLock Knockdown ICF Blocks
The BuildLock Knockdown System is a high-performance knock-down insulating concrete form (ICF) wall system comprised of two separate 2 ½ inch Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) panels which are connected by strong, high-density plastic webs on 6-inch centers. Knockdown or KD panels ship flat and are assembled on the job site to save space when shipping overseas.
BuildLock Knockdown ICFs fully integrate with all BuildBlock forms and are available from 4-inches to 12+ inches with our optional Bridge Clip Connector. Each web bridge features a 3-axis positive locking attachment that snaps the web securely in the proper position to eliminate racking and provide superior structural stability throughout the construction process. The BuildLock Knockdown block exceeds even the superior strength of BuildBlock ICF blocks
BuildBuck ICF Door & Window Bucking
BuildBuck ICF Door & Window Bucking is an integrated ICF bucking solution for residential & commercial projects. Providing continuous insulation along the full length of the buck, BuildBuck is two inches thick providing an insulated barrier for all openings.
BuildBuck is available for 4″, 6″, and 8″ ICF core widths.
BuildBuck ICF Door & Window Bucking brings the insulation properties of EPS foam together with embedded plastic webs to create a strong seamless transition from ICF walls to door and window openings. The buck features three primary attachment areas across the face of the buck every 6-inches in the center and on each side as well as a full-length attachment on each side. Foam guides properly align BuildBuck and the ICF blocks.
A molded-in sealing member works with flashing to seal against moisture intrusion. The full-length molded tape measure and cut lines make cutting the buck to size simple and straightforward. Foam guides properly align BuildBuck and the ICF blocks.
BuildRadius ICF Radius Forms
BuildRadius is a family of radius forms for use in ICF walls and pool construction. The BuildRadius forms create 2’, 4’, 8’, 12’, 16’, and 20’ arc radius.
Each of these blocks interlock into any BuildBlock 6” product line and uses the standard BuildBlock webs. Available in 6” widths initially, these forms are designed to ease the construction of energy-efficient ICF pools, southwest style homes, bay windows, circular staircases, and provide options when designing unique areas in ICF homes.
BuildDeck ICF Roofing & Flooring
The BuildDeck System is a lightweight, stay-in-place Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) made of Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) and used to construct solid monolithic (R-34+) insulated concrete floors, roofs, and safe rooms.
BuildDeck combines the strength of concrete with the energy efficiency of EPS foam insulation to deliver a quiet, safe, and comfortable home. Added to the life safety benefits of an ICF home, this system is the most cost-effective way to create your dream home. BuildDeck is perfect for site-cast or precast concrete floors, roofs, decks, and walls for commercial, industrial, and residential uses. BuildDeck provides structural integrity through reinforced concrete while providing comfort and sound mitigation through superior EPS insulation.
BuildBrace ICF Bracing & Alignment
The BuildBrace ICF Bracing & Alignment System is designed to deliver superior bracing, alignment, and a working platform at wall height for any ICF project.
When straight walls are your trademark and productivity is your reputation, there are no substitutes for using BuildBrace ICF bracing systems. ICF contractors across North America, trust BuildBrace as the most user-friendly bracing system available.
When straight walls are your trademark and productivity is your reputation, there are no substitutes for using BuildBrace ICF bracing systems. ICF contractors across North America, trust BuildBrace as the most user-friendly bracing system available. That’s because BuildBrace offers features that truly make wall alignment a one-person task with perfect results. From storage, setup, and alignment of residential, commercial, and multi-story buildings, BuildBrace is the straightforward choice.
BuildBlock Hardwall
BuildBlock HardWall uses BuildLock Knockdown ICFs to create an insulated ICF wall on one side and a bare concrete wall on the other. This system offers the same or greater insulation value when used with ThermalSert Insulation Inserts inside the wall cavity against the outside wall panel.
This system allows you to create an architectural concrete wall while maintaining the insulation benefits of ICF. This system is used primarily in commercial applications where no flammable material may be present such as emergency stairwells and elevator shafts as well as warehouses and industrial buildings where utility and impact resistance is required.
BuildShield Termite & Firestop
BuildBlock HardWall uses BuildLock Knockdown ICFs to create an insulated ICF wall on one side and a bare concrete wall on the other. This system offers the same or greater insulation value when used with ThermalSert Insulation Inserts inside the wall cavity against the outside wall panel.
This system allows you to create an architectural concrete wall while maintaining the insulation benefits of ICF. This system is used primarily in commercial applications where no flammable material may be present such as emergency stairwells and elevator shafts as well as warehouses and industrial buildings where utility and impact resistance is required.
ThermalSert ICF Insulation Inserts
ThermalSert insulation inserts are a product manufactured by BuildBlock Building Systems. These inserts are designed to be used with BuildBlock’s insulated concrete forms (ICFs) to provide additional insulation and energy efficiency for buildings. The ThermalSert inserts are made from expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam and are pre-cut to fit snugly between the interlocking webs of BuildBlock’s ICFs. They can be used in both residential and commercial construction projects, and are an affordable and effective way to increase the R-value of walls and reduce energy costs. The use of ThermalSert inserts can also help buildings meet energy code requirements and qualify for green building certifications.
ThermalSert is designed for BuildBlock and BuildLock Knockdown ICF forms. ThermalSert inserts are placed inside the BuildBlock or BuildLock Knockdown forms between each course, against the inner edge of the block’s outside wall side. Each 1-inch of foam insert adds 4.4 of R-Value.
BuildClip
Installing BuildDeck or another ICF decking often requires cutting the inside of the ICF block in half to allow a monolithic concrete cap to join seamlessly with the ICF wall. The BuildBlock ICF is designed with attachment locations for BuildClip to attach diagonally and restore missing web strength from the half-height block cut. BuildClip Ledge Block Web Support restores additional strength to BuildBlock ICFs when they are cut in half on one side to join a roof or decking system.
GlobalBlock All Foam ICF
GlobalBlock – a web optional all-foam ICF GlobalBlock is the first fully reversible all-foam ICF block of its kind. An evolution of the screen-grid ICF, it integrates seamlessly with any BuildBlock form allowing you to save time, effort, and money.
GlobalBlock is a lower-cost ICF, designed without requiring an integrated plastic web. It reduces cost without losing the benefits of ICFs or affecting key structural points.
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