Session 1: ICF Below Grade

This session leads off with an overview of a generic ICF block Insulating Concrete Form (ICF) system including Part 9 reinforcement, concrete placement and transition and penetration detailing. The requirements relating to footing design and construction, damp proofing and waterproofing, reinforcement, openings for pipes, electrical, basement windows and doors, as well as transition details to various walls above grade (including ICF), ledger attachments, and concrete placement/consolidation will be examined in detail. Advanced CGI graphics, photo’s and video will help to explain the basics of ICF in below grade applications. Tips, tricks and qualify assurance information will also be presented.