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6 11, 2020

ICF Training Series: Bracing and Alignment

By |2020-10-15T13:52:41-05:00November 6, 2020|Training, Video|

Bracing & Alignment   Welcome to the BuildBlock ICF Installer Training Series: Bracing and Alignment. 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. In the 10th video of this series we identify the 4 basic components of an ICF Bracing and Alignment system as well as explain its 3 primary functions. The 4 components of BuildBrace 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 ICF Bracing and Alignment Welcome to the bracing and alignment portion of this training series. In this video we will identify the four basic components of an ICF bracing system as well as understand the three functions of an ICF bracing and alignment [...]

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4 11, 2020

ICF Training Series: Setting the First Few Courses

By |2020-10-15T13:43:21-05:00November 4, 2020|Training, Video|

Setting the First Few Courses Welcome to the BuildBlock ICF Installer Training Series: Setting the First Few Courses. 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. In the 9th video of the series, we cover the basic procedure for setting the first 4 courses of ICF blocks, as well as identify necessary materials and preparation. 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 Setting the First Few Courses In this section, we will cover the basic procedure for setting the first four courses of ICF blocks, as well as identify necessary materials and preparation. Before stacking blocks, make sure the footing or slab is clean and ready [...]

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2 11, 2020

ICF Training Series: Concrete Reinforcement

By |2020-10-15T13:36:12-05:00November 2, 2020|Training, Video|

Concrete Reinforcement 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. In the 8th video of the series, we will cover the basic forces involved in construction; compression, tension, and torsion. We will also help you understand why concrete is reinforced and how the placement of reinforcement changes the strength of the wall. 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 Concrete Reinforcement In this video we’ll cover the three basic forces involved in construction, Compression, Tension, and Torsion. We’ll also help you understand why concrete is reinforced and how placement of reinforcement changes the strength of the wall. Why [...]

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30 10, 2020

ICF Training Series: Door and Window Openings

By |2020-10-15T13:15:40-05:00October 30, 2020|Training, Video|

Door and Window Openings 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. In the 7th video of the series, we will help you understand how to measure and prepare bucking for door and window rough openings. 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 Door and Window Openings In this video, we’ll help you understand how to measure and prepare bucking for door and window rough openings. First, determine the rough opening sizes. Rough openings may be specified by the manufacturer. Always verify dimensions, materials, and additional space for squaring. To calculate the rough opening size, simply add the [...]

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28 10, 2020

ICF Training Series: Footings, Foundations, and Slabs

By |2020-10-15T13:11:26-05:00October 28, 2020|Training, Video|

Footings, Foundations, and Slabs Welcome to the BuildBlock ICF Installer Training Series. This 20 part video series is intended to be an educational walk through 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. In the 6th video of the series we will identify and understand the types of foundations that ICFs are built on and discuss the advantages of each. We will also explain the basic practices of squaring an ICF project. 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 Footings, Foundations, and Slabs In this video we’ll help to identify and understand the types of foundations that ICFs are built on. We’ll discuss the advantages of each as well as understand the basics of squaring an ICF project. Types of Foundations Before [...]

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