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. See
ICF
energy-efficiency vs wood-frame.
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
has the strongest corners
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. See
Reduce, Reuse & Recycle Tips (pdf).
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 ICF 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.
