More Resistant to natural disasters, rot,
mold, and pests because the solid reinforced concrete is up to 8
times stronger, inorganic, and nearly impenetrable.
Ultra Energy-Efficient because of
continuous EPS Insulation (higher & uniform R-value), greatly reduced
air infiltration, and the "thermal mass effect" of concrete.
Much more Comfortable because of
very even inside temperatures (no cold or drafty spots) and
far better sound attenuation.
Quad-Lock compared to other Insulating Concrete Forms (ICFs)
Quad-Lock is highly versatile
using only standard parts.
Quad-Lock can easily be shaped to form all the design elements of modern
buildings - openings, arches, corners, any angles, and real
curves with almost any radius.
Quad-Lock has the highest available insulation. Using combinations of Quad-Lock Panels and Quad-Lock Plus
Panels three different Insulation Values are possible, giving
you the choice of true R-Values of 22, 32, and 40 (h*ft²*°F/BTU).
Quad-Lock costs less to ship and store
compared to leading block systems because it is a flat panel & tie system. Up to 100% more wall area
can be
shipped per truckload.
With Quad-Lock, you're not shipping air!
Quad-Lock creates much less waste
compared to block systems. With Quad-Lock most parts that needed
to be cut can be reused in the same project.
Quad-Lock is an ISO 9001:2000 certified
company. This ensures product quality and Quad-Lock backs
it up with a
limited product warranty.
Quad-Lock offers great
technical and instructional support and material. Your
local dealer
is equipped to answer your questions, prepare detailed
estimates, and assist at the jobsite. Local Quad-Lock Field
Representatives are also ready to assist with quantity pricing,
job site training, product seminars and dealer training. Our
Installation Video,
Product Manual,
and other informative
technical and promotional literature
tells you exactly how to build with Quad-Lock. Read more about
Value &
Service
Quad-Lock produces a flat, solid concrete
wall providing a constant thickness of concrete throughout the wall
(no thin/thick sections like grid or post-and-beam systems).
Quad-Lockis variable width.
Choose from a 4", 6", 8", 10" and 12"
thick concrete wall (easily make thicker walls using our
Extender Tie).
Quad-Lock provides a better surface for stucco application.
Quad-Lock creates an all-foam surface compared to some other systems where the surface consists of both
EPS and
the material used for ties, making it tougher to finish it.
Quad-Lock's unique and patented tie design offers low
likelihood of problems by positively connecting the EPS
panels at both the horizontal and vertical seams where the
pressure during concrete placement is most likely to cause
failures.
Commercial & Multi-Storey - Advantages over other ICFs
No other ICF can build around
pre-tied rebar as easily as Quad-Lock.
No other ICF can be assembled with as
little
laborers' exposure to the outside of a multi-storey structure.
Quad-Lock's unique Corner, Angle,
and T-wall solutions
allow building from the safety of the inside of the building. This minimizes the
amount of outside scaffolding required and the risk of long falls for workers.
No other ICF can build columns and pilasters
like Quad-Lock. Almost every commercial project needs them.
No other ICF can offer the range of wall thicknesses
that Quad-Lock can...period. See Quad-Lock Ties
& Extender Ties.
No other ICF can provide Quad-Lock's unlimited
range
of wall angles with so little labor.
No other ICF can integrate concrete walls and
concrete floors or roofs as well. Quad-Lock developed and tested unique solutions,
such as Slab Brackets & Ties, and actively
sells and supports an ICF for concrete floors & roofs -
Quad-Deck. Also refer to our
CAD Drawings.
Few other ICF companies offer access to a LEED AP (Accredited Professional)
who can help designers identify & accrue LEED points for
Quad-Lock projects.
Quad-Lock offers 'green
roof' technology with a rot-resistant roof structure that will carry the
loads imposed by these designs. See
CAD drawing.
