Eco Block System Brisbane from Eco Friendly Building Systems

ECO-Block has the leading ICF technology as the result of the company's research and development.

The ECO-Block system is modular, with one standard size EPS side panel being used for concrete wall thickness's of 4, 6 or 8 inches (102 mm, 152 mm, or 203 mm). This saves in manufacturing costs -- both in cost of the EPS mould, and in the manufacturing cycle time (fifty-percent improvement in efficiency). It also saves in transportation costs, as the EPS side panels are shipped stacked on top of each other with almost no "dead air space" during transport.

The fact that the ECO-Block ICF has sidewalls made of expanded polystyrene allows builders to pour concrete in extreme weather conditions of heat or cold-dry, arid climates or wet, rainy climates. The EPS provides an insulated environment in which the concrete "wet cures," allowing the concrete to reach maximum strength. After the concrete sets, the EPS insulation is easily cut to allow concealed placement of plumbing and electrical lines. Any standard exterior or interior finish can be applied to the EPS�from panel and lap siding, to brick, stone or stucco.

The special alignment features of the associated bracing system ensure a true and smooth wall finish. Only basic hand tools are needed to position and secure the lightweight blocks. The high-density webs, integral to ECO-Block forms, provide furring strips for any standard wall-finishing product.

The high-density plastic webs are also recessed 1/4 inch providing a uniform exterior surface of EPS on which cement based stucco can be applied. Having such a uniform surface gives the stucco superior adhesion and crack resistance.

Radius walls and angled walls (other than 90 degrees) can also be constructed with ease using simple mitering techniques.

Advantages of building with ECO-Block include:

Versatility of the ECO-Block System
Using a combination of the various size ECO-Block dimensions, multi-story buildings can be completed with ease. Using one side panel, tilt-up walls can be constructed that have insulation and furring on one side with no additional work picture Footings up to 600 mm can easily be constructed on site.

ICFs are light, requiring less effort to lift and carry. Crews maintain their strength throughout the day and go home less tired. ICFs are easy to cut, shape and make unconventional wall shapes manageable

Labour savings
An experienced ICF crew can often complete the foundation and/or walls of a typical home in a matter of days, rather than the weeks it might take conventional framers. In addition, it only takes one crew to do the foundation, above-grade exterior walls, and framing of interior walls and roof. This reduces the coordination involved and miscues between crews, and ramps up the structure's quality.

Satisfaction of building better
Many builders that realize the value of ICFs refuse to build with any other material. They want the satisfaction of knowing that they are doing their part in building the absolute best structure for their customers.

Further advantages include

• Professional Installers of ECO-Block are available in many areas across the country.
• No surface prep needed to apply interior and exterior finishes.
• Easy installation of utilities.
• Prefab corners that cut construction time.
• Easily maintained, clean, quiet job sites.
• Lightweight forms reduce risk of worker injuries.
• Wall thickness's from 100 mm to 600 mm