Build Different - Build Better!
Insulating Concrete Formwork (ICF) is revolutionising modern construction and rapidly changing the way we build homes, commercial buildings and institutional structures. Amvic Wall Systems is leading this revolution by providing the highest quality and highest performance ICF on the market.
Superior Strength
Amvic ICFs are designed with 65mm of super high-density foam on both sides of the form containing 8 uniquely designed polypropylene webs, spaced at 150mm centres, as compared to 200mm in most competing products. Amvic webs also use more raw material than other ICF blocks, which allows for a 198lb pull out strength for drylining screws and makes the form more rigid. The webs also have a uniquely designed rebar holding system that reduces the need for tying in and holds the rebar at the most effective place to ensure superior structural strength.
Performance
When filled with concrete, Amvic ICF consistently performs and does ;not blow out. With Amvic you can even use a pencil vibrator to internally consolidate the concrete and ensure that the walls are properly compacted without any voids.
Lightweight
Amvic ICFs are lightweight, requiring little effort to lift and carry, therefore greatly reducing the health and safety implications of using this system. Amvic ICFs are easy to cut and shape making unconventional wall shapes manageable.
Reversible
Amvic ICFs are fully reversible making the assembly process quick and simple. The innovative design and manufacturing consistency means the forms virtually align themselves to create straight walls. Amvic also features the superior FormLockTM interlocking system that requires no taping, gluing or tying.
Labour savings
Amvic ICF "5 in 1" system incorporates structure, insulation vapour barrier, sound barrier and attachments for drylining and exterior finishing all in one step, thus reducing labour requirements and construction delays. An experienced ICF team can often complete the foundation and/or walls of a typical home in a matter of days, compared to the weeks it might take conventional build systems. Due to Amvic's FormLock technology there is no need to glue or tie the blocks together in the stacking process. The webs are also designed to grip any rebar so no tying is required in this step either. Lastly, the blocks are fully reversible, so you do not have to waste time thinking about how the blocks fit together. This combination makes Amvic the easiest, most user friendly block on the market and therefore greatly reduces your labour requirements.
Waste Reduction
Since the Amvic ICF system has web placement 150mm on centre, many cut-off pieces can be re-used in the build. By using Amvic over competing products you will greatly reduce waste and save money.
Minimal Tools & Machinery Requirements
Amvic ICFs are lightweight, removing the need for any heavy lifting equipment. Forklifts, man and masonry block lifts, cement mixers, heaters and tarps, are not required for ICF construction. As for tools, only a handsaw, foam gun, portable rebar cutter and bracing are all that are required for ICF construction. In addition, electricity is not mandatory on an ICF job site. The elimination of these ongoing site costs from the construction site can be substantial.
Installation Training
Amvic offers full on-site training to builders and developers, plus full technical back-up before, during, and after project completion.
To discuss using the Amvic ICF system further,
or to arrange to visit one of our current construction
sites, just call us on
FREEPHONE 0800 756 63 99.