Designing with a Difference
No matter what kind of design challenges you are considering, you will find that the Amvic Wall ICF system has the answers.
Protection
Amvic ICF structures are constructed using structural pump-grade concrete which tremendously increases strength. Amvic ICFs are also manufactured using only approved raw material bead with flame retardant agents that provides a 3 hour fire rating.
Superior Insulation
Amvic ICF often replaces fibreglass insulation which eliminates all air borne glass fibres and insulation settlement. Amvic structures are constructed with non-organic materials, which greatly minimises the growth of mould and mildew. Also, the impermeable walls prevent the entry of dust, pollens and pollution.
Sound Barrier
Amvic Insulated Concrete Forms provide exceptional sound attenuation and have a Sound Transmission Class (STC) rating of +50dB which corresponds to a reduction in over two thirds of transmitted noise.
Design Flexibility
Amvic ICFs have superior engineered spanning capabilities, making them ideal for long insulated window and door lintels, as well as for ground beam applications. They are also extremely flexible in design making curved, square, plumb and straight walls easily obtainable. In addition, exterior and interior wall finishes are easily attached.
Commercial Applications
For commercial construction, ICFs are used primarily for the structure's exterior walls but also often for interior walls to provide compartment walls or acoustic, thermal and fire barriers between areas. ICFs can be used for structures of 10 storeys high or more, subject to engineering considerations.
Residential Applications
For residential construction, ICFs are typically used for the structure's exterior walls from foundation to wallplate, and basements. ICFs can also be used in combination with almost any other form of construction.
Environmental Credentials
Amvic ICF structures combine expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation and concrete thermal mass. This highly effective combination of materials minimizes temperature fluctuations by absorbing and storing heat. This equates to an average of approximately 50-75% reduction in running costs which results in an equivalent reduction in harmful emissions.
Construction waste is also dramatically decreased to less than 1%, over 50% less than most competing ICFs. The polypropylene webs moulded into the Amvic forms are made from 100% recycled plastic, making Amvic forms 60% recycled material by weight.
Amvic manufacturing centres do not use any CFCs or HCFCs during the manufacture of the Amvic ICF system.