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ICF Training Series: Understanding Labor

Understanding Labor Welcome to the BuildBlock ICF Installer Training Series. This 20 part video series is intended to be an educational walkthrough of the ICF building process. From the early planning phases to pouring concrete and finishing walls, this series will provide the basic knowledge you need to have a successful BuildBlock ICF build. This video covers the steps necessary to plan for and lead a successful team. We discuss basic labor calculations, crew leadership, skilled and non-skilled labor usage, and job site efficiency and planning. The videos in this series are produced as a companion to the BuildBlock Installation and Technical Manuals available for free download on the Publications Page or for purchase via the BuildBlock Online Store. You can view more videos in this series via the BuildBlock Blog or by subscribing to the BuildBlock YouTube Page. For a more in-depth training experience, you can take the free Online ICF Installer Training Series. Video Transcript Understanding Labor In this video we’ll help you understand basic labor calculations, crew leadership, skilled & non-skilled labor usage, job site efficiency, and planning. When building with ICF’s you’ll need team members to do a variety of jobs. As work begins team members will stage material, stack ICFs, place [...]

By |2020-10-15T12:36:21-05:00October 21, 2020|Training, Video|

ICF Installation is Even Easier Than You Think

One main reason why ICF has become popular among builders is that there is virtually no learning curve. While we don’t want to give the impression that any homeowner can sign up for a Nudura one-day training course and become an expert with the system, professional contractors should generally understand how to install the systems after taking our training course. We take pride in the hands-on work we do with distributors and Nudura trained installers to successfully manage any job from start to finish. Read more.

By |2020-04-07T12:28:58-05:00April 14, 2020|Design, Training|

ICF Basics for Commercial Installers Presentation at World of Concrete

ICFWE - ICF BASICS FOR COMMERCIAL INSTALLERS Tuesday, January 23 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM Presenter: Bill Clymer At the World of Concrete Room N119 Session Code: ICFWE Registration Fee- $90 About the Presentation Join us for this new interactive training course designed for commercial contractors who are new to Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs). A team of expert teachers will cover typical commercial ICF details, integration with other elements and expected support from ICF suppliers. The class will also include tips for general contractors, including letting bids, selecting ICF brands and maximizing chances of success on the first job i.e. whether to self-perform the install and/or how to select an ICF installation subcontractor. Attendees will have an opportunity to handle and work with ICF materials being demonstrated. Register at www.worldofconcrete.com/ with the session code ICFWE. About the Presenter Bill Clymer Bill is the Senior Director of Sales in the USA for NUDURA Inc., a manufacturer of Insulated Concrete Forms and Integrated Building Technologies headquartered in Barrie, ON. Working in the concrete construction industry for thirty plus years, Clymer, can provide an insightful and informative view of how Insulated Concrete Forms work, the value created and field applications. Expanding on [...]

By |2019-01-04T18:38:33-06:00January 4, 2019|Training|
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