September/October 2024 News

Variform Vortex Extreme Siding

High-velocity winds can threaten homes in virtually any part of the country. But when the weather is at its worst, Variform Vortex Extreme performs at its very best. Rigorously tested, Vortex Extreme features Weather Warrior Technology — a combination of innovative features and an extra-thick .046-inch panels specially designed to hold tight in hurricane winds with its reverse roll-over nail hem and Triple Bow Locking System. Variform Vortex Extreme has superior wind resistance and is designed to withstand hurricane-force winds up to 225 mph.

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ICF Builder Awards Entry Deadline Closes Soon

Entries are now being accepted for the annual ICF Builder Awards and the People’s Choice Awards. The entry form is available on the website, www.icfmag.com, under the Builder Awards tab. The deadline to return entry forms is Friday, October 11, 2024. Contractors, distributors, and ICF manufacturers are encouraged to submit projects in the following categories: Heavy Commercial, Light Commercial, MultiFamily, MultiFamily Low-Rise, Small Residential, Large Residential, Unlimited Residential, Pools, Education, and Specialty Applications. You can download the entry form and find info on judging criteria, tips on filling out the notebook, and past winning projects on the website.

The awards ceremony is the most high-profile event in the ICF industry with winners announced at a catered evening event at World of Concrete each year. The ICF Builder Awards competition is an annual event designed to showcase the innovation, quality, and energy-efficiency of ICF construction, and promote them as a sustainable, durable, and attractive building material. www.icfmag.com

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Water intrusion is one of the biggest problems for any building. The big advantage for ICF walls is that they �do not promote mold or mildew and will not rot or decay. But water still can make its way through an ICF wall assembly if certain procedures are not followed. Read more: buff.ly/3YSMLEK ... See MoreSee Less
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When asked whether ICF is really the best product, in many (most?) cases, the answer ought to be a resounding “Yes.” But, promoting ICF in situations where it is not truly beneficial to the client is detrimental to the industry as a whole. Read more: buff.ly/48nvFmX ... See MoreSee Less
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Using ICFs can reduce future utility and insurance costs. Read the full story here: buff.ly/3YH3bBg ... See MoreSee Less
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Bowling Green, Kentucky, the site of Rich Pond Elementary School, has experienced destructive tornadoes in the past. The overall cost of construction including a safe room was less than the average cost of a school designed to simply meet code. View project: buff.ly/3AffCL5 ... See MoreSee Less
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