When is a Taper Top form required?
Taper Top forms are specifically designed to provide a larger bearing surface along the top of the wall. Typically, the increased bearing surface may be used to support masonry, floor or roof loads. Taper top forms are used in the transition from ICF to wood frame construction and the taper top form would be the top form on the wall.

MHA INTERPRETIVE CENTER
Net-Zero Museum Exemplifies The Sustainable Resilience of the MHA Nation. The MHA Interpretive Center is an educational museum and nature center owned and governed by the Mandan Hidatsa Arikara Nation. Housing some of the most sacred objects and artifacts of the MHA Nation, the structure includes a large, 80-foot radius wall with an observation deck overlooking Lake Sakakawea, which was built to align with the Nation’s values and embrace sustainability and respect to the earth.

Fox Blocks Compact
Fox Blocks Compact offers more economical shipping costs by delivering flat. Ties can then be inserted easily into the panels at the jobsite. This compact product is designed to stack seamlessly with the traditional Fox Blocks line.

ICC 500 Missile Impact Testing Requirements for Storm Shelters and Safe Rooms
Fox Blocks announces that their ICF wall assembly passed the ICC 500 required Missile Impact test used to determine compliance of storm shelter and safe room design and construction from flying debris in severe high-wind weather events.

How Will This Year's Vote on the IECC Affect Your Next Project?
Today, there are many voices making waves in building codes and green/energy-efficient design; none are more important than the views of local officials that vote on hundreds of proposals to change the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC).

PISGAH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
This design is now the new prototype for future Clarksville-Montgomery County elementary schools.

CUSTOM HOME AT PINNACLE PEAK
Discovery is one of the four schools to receive the zero energy certification, nationwide.

21 Construction Techniques to Build a Small, Sustainable, Eco-Friendly Home
WOC 2011 - Great Kick Off
Traveling back to my home/office in Atlanta from the recent World of Concrete Show in Las Vegas, I was able to reflect on some of our company’s recent achievements. The recent World of Concrete show gave our company a platform or perfect opportunity to…

Designing Homes for Aging in Place
Fortunately, with the growing popularity of sustainable and accessible design, it’s easier than ever to help clients create a space that will meet their changing needs over the years. Consider these options for clients who want to plan for the future while ensuring style, comfort and functionality for today.