Fox Blocks Acquiring Key Assets of ARXX Building Products
Fox Blocks ICF announced that it will acquire select key assets from ARXX Building Products, integrating those assets into its own operations and augmenting the Fox Blocks Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) product line.
Pool House Construction: Costs, Materials, Plans, and More
How to Build a Self-Storage Facility
As urban areas expand and available space becomes limited, the need for self-storage facilities is on the rise. Selecting the right construction materials is key to ensuring a facility’s durability, energy efficiency, and long-term success.
What is a Frost Wall? 5 Tips to Maximize Insulation
Top Tips for Building a FEMA Approved Storm Shelters
The Superior Thermal Performance of ICF Lintels over Wood Lintels
Designing a Modern Home with Insulated Concrete Form Construction
Tips for Building a Storm-Resistant Home in Oklahoma
Build to Resist Tornadoes: Storm Safe ICF Structures
Research by Texas Tech Wind Science and Engineering Research Center has demonstrated that ICF walls better protect occupants of houses from windblown debris, than frame walls. Being hit by windblown debris is the most common cause of injury during tornadoes.
3 Problems with Steel Frame Construction and Why ICF is a Better Alternative
There are three problems with steel frame construction that affect the safety, efficiency, and durability of the structures they create.