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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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