BC 2014: Construction Principles I

Insulated Concrete Forms-Composite

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There are several types of wall systems that consist of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) in a structure.  This website goes into detail on Insulated Concrete Forms that are composed of composite materials as opposed to the foam-based ICF Wall Systems.  We say composite in the sense of recycled woods, used plastics, and Portland Cement, which is in turn bonded together in order to form interlocking units that give shape to concrete components of a building.

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In addition to an overview of Insulated Concrete Forms-Composite, this website will also relay detailed information on the functions of this system and how its components effect different performances.

By clicking on the below sub sections, one is able to learn more about ICFs that are composed of composite materials.


 System Scoping
Technological Performance
Human Performance
 Ecological Performance

 

 Economic Performance

The following sections are aimed at providing an overview of Insulated Concrete Forms-Composite.  Click on any of the following sections to learn more:

Functional Description of Insulated Concrete Forms-Composite

Stakeholder Overview

Overview of Product Range for ICFs

ICFs Scoping to achieve Functional Equivalence

Major Manufacturers

Linkages to other Systems

Application Environments and Constraints

 
By clicking on "Technological Performance" above, you may learn more about the advantages and disadvantages of ICFs in relation to technology. 

By Clicking on "Human Performance" above, you can become more familiar with the advantages and disadvantages of ICFs in relation to Humans.

Turnover Documentation Checklist

Process Map for Product Installation

Resource Allocation Scenarios for Installation Process Map

Process-Based FMEA Analysis

Troubleshooting Guide

By clicking on "Ecological Performance" above, one can view different ways that ICFs can help the environment.

  • Materials Flow Analysis for Extraction and Manufacturing
  • Supply Chain Risk Analysis
  • Materials, Energy, and Waste Inventory for Installation Stage and Use Stage
  • Collateral Damage Analysis for Installation and Use Phases
  • Collateral Synergy Analysis for Installation and Use Phases
  • End-of-Life-Cycle Analysis
  • Manufacturer's Claims Analysis

By clicking on "Economic Performance" above, there is a summary of how ICFs can influence the economy.

  • Functional Equivalence Specification
  • Estimating Methodology
  • Contractor Investment Analysis
  • Procurement Analysis
  • Life Cycle Cost Comparison

 

 

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