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FLEXX-BLOCK® INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS SPECIFICATION SHEET

This document is intended for general information purposes only regarding specifications for Flexx-Block® Insulated Concrete Forms by Lite-Form® Technologies.

1. Pro du ct De scri pti o n

Flexx-Block is an insulating concrete forming system, which consists of two flame-resistant expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam boards separated by polypropylene webs.

The EPS boards are 51mm (2”) thick, which gives a total total thickness of 102mm (4”) of EPS. The webs separate the EPS boards to form 102mm (4”), 152mm (6”), 203mm (8”), 254mm (10”), and 305mm (12”) cavities, which creates the concrete wall thicknesses.

The webs are spaced every 152mm (6”) on center horizontally and 406mm (16”) on center vertically, and contain a 32mm (1.25”) wide furring strip that extends within 6mm (.25”) to the top and bottom of each block. The furring strips facilitate fasteners for attachment of both exterior and interior finishes.

2. Desi gn/ Pe rform a nce of Flexx- Block ®

Test Description R-Value (Thermal Resistance) per inch (per 25.4mm) Water Absorption Water Vapor Permeance Compressive Strength Flexural Strength Dimensional Stability Density Limiting Oxygen Index Formaldehyde Emission Fungi Resistance Flame Spread Rating Smoke Developed Rating Sound Transmission

Result R 4.13 0.21% 1.64 perm 25 psi 51psi 0.60% 1.65pcf 31.00% NONE NONE <25 <450 STC 53

Pass/Fail Criteria

Referenced Standard

Min. R 4.00 Max. 3.0%

ASTM C518 ASTM D2842

Max. 3.5 perm Min. 15 psi Min. 35 psi Max. 2.0% Min. 1.35pcf Min. 24.0% N/A N/A N/A N/A N/A

ASTM E96 ASTM D1621 & C165 ASTM C203 ASTM D2126 ASTM C1622, C303 ASTM D2863 AATTC-112 ASTM G21 ASTM E84 ASTM E84 ASTM E90

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FlexxBlock Detail Drawings

FB08-01 - 8” FlexxBlock Section with Molded Corner

FB08RC - 8” Right and Left Corner Blocks

FB06RC - 6” Right and Left Corner Blocks

FB04RC - 4” Right and Left Corner Blocks

FB08MC - 8” Molded Corner

FB06MC - 6” Molded Corner

FB04MC - 4” Molded Corner

BL - Brickledge including Height Adjuster

8” to 6” - 8” to 6” Foundation Detail with Standard Floor

8” to 6” - 8” to 6” Foundation Detail with LiteDeck Floor

8” to 4” - 8” to 4” Foundation Detail with Standard Floor

8” to 4” - 8” to 4” Foundation Detail with LiteDeck Floor

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DETAIL A-1

3' 4' 1'

8"

A-1

1'-4"

LEFT CORNER

RIGHT CORNER

FlexxBlock

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Copyright 2013 ©

2'

Lite-Form Technologies 1950 West 29th Street South Sioux City, NE. 68776 Tel: 800-551-3313 Fax: 402-241-4435 www.liteform.com

DUE TO VARIANCES IN LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS ALL DETAILS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF DETAIL CONSTRUCTION SHOWN IN DRAWING. LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE INFORMATION SHOWN WITHOUT NOTICE.

8" Right and Left Corner Detail DRAWN BY: DATE:

CAK

03/13/13

DETAIL NO:

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8"

DETAIL A-1

3'-2" 4' 1'-2"

6" 2'

LEFT CORNER

RIGHT CORNER

1'-4"

FlexxBlock

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Copyright 2013 ©

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DUE TO VARIANCES IN LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS ALL DETAILS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF DETAIL CONSTRUCTION SHOWN IN DRAWING. LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE INFORMATION SHOWN WITHOUT NOTICE.

6" Right and Left Corner Detail DRAWN BY: DATE:

CAK

03/13/13

DETAIL NO:

REVISION DATE: SCALE:

6"

Not to Scale

DETAIL A-1

4'-0"

4"

1'-0"

LEFT CORNER

RIGHT CORNER

1'-4"

FlexxBlock Copyright 2013 ©

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Lite-Form Technologies 1950 West 29th Street South Sioux City, NE. 68776 Tel: 800-551-3313 Fax: 402-241-4435 www.liteform.com

DUE TO VARIANCES IN LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS ALL DETAILS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF DETAIL CONSTRUCTION SHOWN IN DRAWING. LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE INFORMATION SHOWN WITHOUT NOTICE.

4" Right and Left Corner Detail DRAWN BY: DATE:

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DETAIL NO: FB04RC (LC)

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FlexxBlock Specifications

General Specifications

Physical Properties of EPS (Expanded Polystyrene)

CSIâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Specification : FlexxBlock Insulated Concrete Forms

Material Safety Data Sheet on EPS (Expandable Polystyrene)

General Specifications Flexx-Block® ICF Wall System General Specifications

Flexx-Block®

Overall Dimension

16” x 48”

Form Wall Thickness, per side

2 inches

Number of Ties

8 per block

Attachment Rails or Tabs

continuous - 6” OC

Pull Out Strength of Tie

175 lb

In-Wall Bracing Optional

Horiz. every 4’

Concrete Core Size

4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12”

R-Value - Form only by test

R-18

R-Value - Form and 8” Concrete Wall, by calculation

R-23

Fire Rating 4” 6” 8” STC (Sound Transmission Class) 8” Concrete Wall by Calculation

1 Hour 3 Hours 4 Hours 53

Accessories Brickledge Block Height Adjuster Scaffold Bracket

Y Y Optional

Assembly Hardware 90 Degree Corner Tie 45 Degree Corner Tie T-Intersection Tie Custom Corner Tie Corner Lock Block Lock Full Tie Half Tie

Y Y Y Y Y Y N N

Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) Type

XIII

Minimum Density pcf

1.60 pcf

Fire-resistant Bead

YES

Flame Spread, max. 6”

Less than 20

Smoke Development

Less than 300

Compressive Strength, psi

20

Flexural Strength, psi

45

Water Vapor Permeance, (max.)

1.5 max.

Maximum Dimen. Stability % change

2.0% max.

Absorption by Volume, (max.)

<0.5

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Physical Properties of EPS Type I (1#)

Specification Reference (ASTM-C578-95) Property:

Units

ASTM Test

Density, Min.

(pcf)

C303 or D1622

Thermal Conductivity "K Factor"

BTU/(hr) (sqft)(°F/in)

C177 or C518

Thermal Resistance "R Value"

One inch thickness

C177 or C518

Compressive @ xx% deflection

psi

Type IX (2#)

1.15

1.35

1.80

@ 25 °F

0.238

0.227

0.217

0.208

@ 40 °F

0.250

0.238

0.227

0.217

@ 75 °F

0.277

0.263

0.250

0.238

@ 25 °F

4.20

4.40

4.60

4.80

@ 40 °F

4.00

4.20

4.40

4.60

@ 75 °F

3.60

3.80

4.00

4.20

Type I (1#) Units

Type II (1 1/2#)

0.90

Strength Properties Property:

Type VIII (1 1/4#)

Type VIII (1 1/4#)

Type II (1 1/2#)

Type IX (2#)

ASTM Test

D1621

@ 1/2%

3.5

4.3

6.0

8.0

@ 1%

7.0

8.5

12.0

16.0

@ 5%

8.0

11.0

12.0

20.0

@ 10%

10.0

13.0

15.0

25.0

Flexural

psi

C203

25

32

40

55

Tensile

psi

D1623

16

17

18

23

Shear

psi

D732

18

23

26

33

Shear Modulus

psi

---

280

370

460

600

Modulus of Elasticity

psi

---

180

250

320

460

Long-Term Load

2.1

3.3

4.5

7.0

Short-Term Load

4.0

5.0

5.9

9.1

Rolling Loads

8.0

10.0

11.8

18.2

Allowable Compressive Stress

psi

.

Young's modulus

psi

.

.

573

739

1000

1449

Modulus of Subgrade Reaction

[k],pci

.

.

200

240

280

460

Poisson's Ratio

[v]

.

.

.086

.103

.126

.165

Coefficient of Friction

.

.

.

0.5-0.7

0.5-0.7

0.5-0.7

0.5-0.7

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Type I (1#)

Moisture Resistance

Type VIII (1 1/4#)

Type II (1 1/2#)

Type IX (2#)

Property:

Units

ASTM Test

Water Vapor Permeance, max. perm.

Perms (ng/Pa•s•m²)

E 96

.

5.0 (287)

3.5 (201)

3.5 (201)

2.0 (115)

Absorption by Volume, max.

%

C272

.

< 4.0

< 3.0

< 3.0

< 2.0

Capillarity

---

---

.

None

None

None

None

Buoyancy

lbs/ft³

.

.

60

60

60

60

Type I (1#)

Type VIII (1 1/4#)

Type II (1 1/2#)

Type IX (2#)

.

0.000035

0.000035

0.000035

0.000035

Long-Term

167

167

167

167

Intermittent

180

180

180

180

Other Properties Property:

Units

ASTM Test

Coeff. of Thermal Expansion

in./(in) (°F)

D696

Max. Service Temperature

°F

---

Flame Spread max. 6"

UL® (BRYX)

20

20

20

20

Smoke Development

UL® (BRYX)

300

300

300

300

All values based on data from Huntsman Chemical Corporation, Styrochem International, NOVA Chemical Corporation and BASF Corporation.

Federal Trade Commision Ruling: Use the 75 F R-Value when calculating R-Values for residential construction.

Design Considerations:

• • • • •

DO NOT COMPARE polyisocyanurate conditioned R-Values by RIC-TIMA and PIMA to EPS RValues by ASTM C-578.

ASK for a 20 year 100% R-Value Warranty.

Flammability: Like many construction materials, EPS is combustible. It should not be exposed to flame or other ignition sources. Current model building code requirements should be met for adequate protection or seperation from occupied areas.

Water Absorption Properties: EPS water absorption is low. Moisture takes the path of least resistance and travels around individual beads rather than through them; the non-interconnecting cell structure prevents capillary absorption.

Water Vapor Transmission: EPS has low permeability but is not considered a vapor barrier.

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LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES SECTION 03 11 19 FLEXX-BLOCK® INSULATED CONCRETE FORMING (ICF) PART 1 GENERAL 1.01 SUMMARY • • •

Comply with the requirements for Division 1.

Supply & installation of insulated concrete forms, installation of reinforcing steel and placement of concrete within formwork.

Adequate bracing and falsework shall be provided by the Installing Contractor to comply with all applicable Codes.

1.02 SCOPE OF WORK • •

Furnish all labor, materials, tools and equipment to perform the installation of Lite-Form Insulated Concrete Form Wall System as manufactured by Lite-Form Technologies, 1950 West 29th Street, South Sioux City, NE. 68776. (800) 551-3313.

Furnish all labor to include placement of reinforcing steel within forms, placement of concrete into forms, and final cleanup.

1.03 PRODUCTS SUPPLIED BUT NOT SPECIFIED OR INSTALLED UNDER THIS SECTION • •

EPS compatible modified bituminous sheet waterproofing membrane.

EPS compatible parge coat.

1.04 PRODUCTS INSTALLED BUT NOT SPECIFIED OR SUPPLIED UNDER THIS SECTION • • • • • • •

Sleeves Inserts Anchors Bolts Reinforcing Steel Window & Door Opening Bucks Concrete

1.05 RELATED SECTIONS • • • • • • • • • • •

Section 03 20 00 - Concrete Reinforcing Section 03 30 00 - Cast-In-Place Concrete Section 03 40 00 - Precast Concrete Division 04 00 00 - Masonry Division 05 00 00 - Metals Division 06 00 00 - Wood, Plastics and Composites Section 07 13 00 - Sheet Waterproofing Section 07 24 00 - Exterior Insulation and Finishing Systems Section 07 46 00 - Siding Division 08 00 00 - Openings Section 09 20 00 - Plaster & Gypsum Board

1.06 ALTERNATES •

Materials shall be only as specified in Paragraphs 1.02 & 2.02 as per Manufacturer specified in Paragraph 2.01. No alternate materials shall be accepted for this Section.

1.07 REFERENCES • • •

ACI 318 Building Code Requirements for Reinforced Concrete ACI 332 Guide to Residential Cast-in-Place Concrete Construction ASTM C236 Steady State Thermal Performance of Building Assemblies REV. August, 2010

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ASTM C473 Physical Testing of Gypsum Board Products & Gypsum Lath ASTM D1761 Mechanical Fasteners in Wood ASTM E84 Surface Burning Characteristics of Building Materials UBC 26-3 Uniform Building Code Standard Room Fire Test

1.08 DEFINITIONS • • •

• • •

Wall Alignment System - a form alignment & scaffold system designed for use with ICF wall systems.

Contractor Installer- An installation contractor, who has received instructional training in the installation of Lite-Form wall systems.

Technical Advisor- A technical representative, usually an employee of Lite-Form or a Lite-Form Distributor, who has received instructional training in the installation of Lite-Form Wall Systems and is in the capacity of supervising an installation crew on site.

EPS- Acronym for “Expandable Polystyrene” when referencing the insulating foam component of the LiteForm ICF Wall System.

ICF- Acronym for “Insulated Concrete Form”.

Window or Door Opening Buck- a pre-manufactured or site constructed frame assembly consisting of wood or plastic material used to frame a rough opening within the forming system that will retain concrete around the opening. The frame can also provide for subsequent anchorage of doors and windows within the wall assembly.

1.09 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION / PERFORMANCE REQUIREMENTS • • • • • • • • • • • •

Insulated concrete wall form system shall consist of 2 flame resistant panels of Expandable Polystyrene (EPS) connected by high-density polypropylene ties.

Wall system to provide min. 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, or 12” wall section (as required) at all locations throughout wall area.

Wall system ties to provide min. 1” (25mm) wide fastening strips @6” (200mm) o/c recessed approximately 1/2” beneath the surface and clearly marked to facilitate finish fastening both interior and exterior.

Wall system to provide accurate positioning of steel within form cavity to conform to reinforcing requirements of ACI 318.

EPS foam panels with concrete to provide min. insulation levels as noted: 4” (100 mm) Cavity Form Unit: R 21 (RSI 3.01) 6” (160 mm) Cavity Form Unit: R 24 (RSI 3.89) 8” (200 mm) Cavity Form Unit: R 24 (RSI 3.82) 10” (200 mm) Cavity Form Unit: R 24 (RSI 3.82) 12” (300 mm) Cavity Form Unit: R 24 (RSI 3.83) EPS foam to provide maximum vapor permeation of 3.5 Perm-in. (200 ng/Pa.s.m2) Finished wall assembly to provide min. rating of STC 53 sound attenuation performance.

1.10 SUBMITTALS • •

Submit relevant laboratory tests or data that validate product compliance with performance criteria specified prior to commencement of work under this Section.

Submit copy of Manufacturer’s Product Manual

1.11 QUALITY ASSURANCE • • •

Contractor shall engage a Lite-Form trained Contractor Installer or Technical Advisor for the duration of the work under this Section.

Site Mock-up: If required, construct sample wall mock-up panel to include full wall system and details, located where directed by Consultant. Panel may form part of finished work if approved by Consultant.

Contractor Installer/Technical Advisor to meet with Contractor prior to material delivery on site to coordinate provision of access, storage area, and protection of Lite-Form ICF product and spatial requirements for form alignment placement steel storage & forming.

1.12 DELIVERY STORAGE & HANDLING • • •

Deliver products in original factory packaging, bearing identification of product, manufacturer and batch/lot number.

Handle and store products in location to prevent damaging and soiling.

Ensure that UV protection is provided for material, should on-site storage extend beyond 30 days.

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1.13 PROJECT CONDITIONS •

Use appropriate measures for protection and supplementary heating when required to ensure proper curing conditions in accordance with manufacturer’s recommendations if installation is carried out during periods of weather where temperatures are below minimum specified by governing Building Code for concrete and masonry.

1.14 COORDINATION •

Ensure those materials listed under Sub-Section 1.03 & 1.04 are provided to Contractor Installer prior to commencement of work under this Section.

1.15 WARRANTY •

Contact Manufacturer for supply of written copy of specific warranties of the product

PART 2 PRODUCTS 2.01 MANUFACTURER Lite-Form Technologies 1950 West 29th Street South Sioux City, NE. 68776 Phone: (800) 551-3313 | Fax: (402) 241-4435 E-Mail: general@liteform.com | Web Page: www.liteform.com 2.02 MATERIALS • • •

Insulated concrete forms shall be Lite-Form forms as manufactured by Lite-Form Technologies South Sioux City, NE. 68776.

Insulated Concrete Forms to be supplied through Lite-Form or an authorized Lite-Form Distributor.

Substitutes and alternates will not be accepted. (See Section 1.06).

2.03 COMPONENTS Provide Lite-Form ICF Wall System Forms as listed below as may be required for proper execution of the work: • • • • • • • • •

4”, 6”, 8", 10” & 12” Standard Form Unit 4” Core - 48”L x 8” W x 16”H 6” Core - 48"L x 10” W x 16”H 8" Core - 48"L x 12" W x 16”H 10” Core – 48”L x 14”W x 16”H 12” Core – 48”L x 16”W x 16”H 4”, 6”, 8", 10” & 12” 90 Degree Corners 6” & 8” Extended Brick Ledge Height Adjusters in 48"Lengths x 4”H

2.04 CONCRETE • • •

Concrete supplied under Section 03 30 00 shall be of strength as specified by the design engineer (measured at 28 days).

Recommended aggregate size to be 3/4” (19mm).

Recommended concrete slump is 4” to 6” +/- 1” (100 to 150mm +/- 25mm) (subject to design revision to suit application).

2.05 REINFORCING STEEL •

Reinforcing steel shall be as specified in Section 03 20 00 and shall be supplied under that Section for placement by the Lite-Form Contractor Installer.

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2.06 WALL ALIGNMENT SYSTEM •

To aid in the construction of the wall system, and to provide an adjustable device for ensuring plumbness of the wall during construction, where appropriate, an approved alignment system (provided as an installation component of the Lite-Form ICF System) shall be used.

2.07 WATERPROOFING •

•

Where called for on drawings, Waterproofing shall be Peel & Stick Modified Bituminous Sheet Waterproofing Membrane. Material to be supplied under this Section & installed as specified under Section 07 13 00 (Sheet Waterproofing).

Waterproofing material shall be EPS foam compatible.

2.08 PARGING • •

Where called for on drawings, parging (stucco type) shall be an approved Acrylic Product. supplied under this section and installed as specified under Section 09 20 00 (Plaster & Gypsum Board) Alternate EIFS supplied and installed under Section 07 24 00 (Exterior Finishing Systems).

PART 3 EXECUTION 3.01 EXAMINATION •

Inspect all areas included in Scope of Work to establish extent of work and verify site access conditions.

3.02 SITE VERIFICATION OF CONDITIONS • • •

Verify that site conditions are as set out in Part 1- General Conditions.

Examine footings installed under Section 03 30 00 are within +/-¼”(6mm) of level and that steps in footings are 16” (425 mm) in height.

If specified, ensure reinforcing steel dowels are in place at specified centers along footing lengths

3.03 PREPARATION •

Clean all debris from top of footings prior to commencing work.

3.04 INSTALLATION • •

• • • • • • • • •

Installation of forms to be in strict accordance with Manufacturer’s Product Manual as supplied in evidence to contractor under Sub Section 1.10 of this Section.

The Installation Contractor shall ensure Manufacturer’s procedures for the following work are employed on site (As outlined in the Manufacturer’s Installation Manual): First Course Placement Horizontal Reinforcement Placement Successive Course Placement Door & Window Opening Construction Form Alignment & Scaffolding Installation Vertical Reinforcement Placement Pre-Concrete Placement Inspection Concrete Placement Alignment Assembly Removal

3.05 SERVICE PENETRATIONS • • •

Service penetrations (e.g.- electrical service conduits, water service pipes, air supply and exhaust ducts etc.) shall be installed at the required locations as indicated by the appropriate trade.

Service penetrations exceeding 16” x 16” (400mm x 400mm) in area shall be reinforced.

Prior to concrete placement, install service penetration sleeves (supplied by others) at designated locations to create voids where services can be passed through at later date.

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3.06 CLEANUP â&#x20AC;˘

Clean up and properly dispose of all debris remaining on job site related to the installation of the insulated concrete forms.

3.07 PROTECTION â&#x20AC;˘

Provide temporary coverage of installation to reduce exposure to Ultra Violet light should final finish application be delayed longer than 60 days.

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FlexxBlock Marketing Materials

FlexxBlock Installation DVD

FlexxBlock Installation Manual

FlexxBlock Brochure

Forward and Introduction Description of LiteDeck System

1.1 Materials

1.2 Floor/Roof Formwork Installation

1.3 Structural Engineering

1.4 Span Tables

1.5 Reinforcing Concrete

1.6 Concrete Placement

1.7 Temporary Shoring

1.8 Concentrated Loads

1.9 Maximum Ceiling Load / Steel Stud Load Capacity

1.10 Fire Resistance

1.11 Fire Performance Test w/ Drywall

1.12 Fire Performance Test w/o Drywall

1.13 Sound Transmission Class

1.14 R-Value

1.15 Impact Isolation Class

1.16 Patents

1.17 Imprints

FORWARD and INTRODUCTION The Technical Evaluation data contained herein is provided for general information only. It is not to be construed as engineering advice on a particular project and does not replace the engineering judgment, interpretation or conclusions of the Engineer Of Record on a particular project.

Tests and Reports The tests provided herein were conducted by independent firms and facilities and are warranted to have been done in full compliance with the codes referenced for each test.

Further related statements have been secured from information published by the firms, organizations or associations which are referenced herein.

Local Building Codes The Lite-Deck concrete forming system is sold throughout several building code jurisdictions. Construction codes may be subject to various interpretations and periodic changes. Lite-Form Technologies does not warrant that the information contained herein complies with any specific local code or building regulation. The engineer, designer or installer must insure that all applications of Lite-Deck forms are in compliance with the appropriate local codes and regulations in the jurisdiction and for which the specific applications are being used.

Errors and/or Omissions The information contained herein could include technical or typographical errors, omissions or other inaccuracies. Lite-Form Technologies reserves the right to make changes, corrections and/or improvements without notice. Lite-Form Technologies assumes no liability for the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. Further, Lite-Form Technologies, its’ representatives or distributors disclaim any and all liability for damages incurred directly or indirectly as a result of such errors, omissions or inaccuracies.

Liability Lite-Form Technologies, its’ representatives or distributors shall not be held liable for any direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages as a result of the interpretation and subsequent application of any information contained herein. © 2008 Lite-Form Technologies – South Sioux City Nebraska. Lite-Deck is a registered trademark of Lite-Form Technologies. Patent Number 6272749 and 6817150B1. Other Patents applied for or Pending.

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Description of the LiteDeck System LiteDeck Floor/Roof System – Stay-in-Place EPS formwork for Concrete Construction General: The LiteDeck System consists of interlocking rigid polystyrene foam plastic panels with inserted steel or wood stiffeners, and is a permanent formwork for reinforced concrete joists and slab. The system is an ICF (Insulated Concrete Form) panel for floors and roofs to be used in residential and commercial applications.

1.1 Materials:

Base Sections: This profile consists of a wire-cut expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam-plastic panel with provision for loadbearing, concrete structural joists. The sides of the panels have an interlocking configuration. Cut-outs for the metal C-channel stiffeners are made on the bottom face of the base sections. The stiffener cut-outs are spaced 12 inches on center. The panels can be either 24 inches or 48 inches wide by lengths as needed.

See Detail Drawings in Section 3

The foam billets used to fabricate the base sections are molded from modified, expandable polystyrene beads that comply with Type 8 EPS classification in accordance with the latest ASTM C578 requirements. The foam plastic has a nominal density of 1.25 lbs. pcf and has a maximum flame-spread rating of 25 and maximum smoke-density rating of 450 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 in a thickness of 4 inches.

Top Hats: This EPS profile comes molded with 100% recycled EPS. During installation, it is attached to the top of the base sections in order to increase the depth of the load-bearing concrete joist. The top hats come in thicknesses of 2, 4 and 6-inches by 4 foot lengths. The foam plastic has a nominal density of 1.25 lbs. pcf. EPS has a maximum flame-spread rating of 25 and a maximum smoke-density rating of 450 when tested in accordance with ASTM E84 in a thickness of 4 inches. See Detail Drawings Section 3; LD 2.3

Steel C-channel: The channels are formed from 18 gauge (0.0516”) Type G90, galvanized steel in compliance with ASTM A653, Chemically Treated, Dry or lightly oiled. The nominal dimensions of the channels are 1 1/2” flange by 3 1/2” web with 3/8” thick return lip. The channels are inserted into the channel cutouts on the bottom face of the base sections. To maintain the base sections in place, 3 inch self-tapping screws with plastic insulation washers are fastened through the top face of the base section and into the stiffener.

See LiteDeck Detail Drawing Section 3; LD 2.1

LiteDeck WRS: LiteDeck WRS or Wood Rib System is developed for use with dimensional lumber in place of what traditionally was a steel rib. LiteDeck WRS has cut outs that will accept 2x6 dimensional lumber. See the specs in the Drawings section of this manual 6.0 for dimensions and details.

1.2 Floor/Roof Formwork Installation Base Sections are installed over temporary shoring. Top hats are then installed on top of base sections as required by code or design. Reinforcing steel is then installed in the joist and in the top slab. Concrete is then placed on the LiteDeck formwork. Once the concrete reaches the required strength, the temporary shoring is removed from under the LiteDeck form. See Installation Manual in Section 4; Marketing Materials

1.3 Structural Engineering Structural engineering for all projects using LiteDeck formwork shall have the concrete joist engineered for the clear span and loads to be placed on the completed concrete joist. The design shall be in compliance with applicable building code.

If the building code does not address concrete joists, the latest edition of (American Concrete Institute) ACI 318 shall be

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1.4 Span Tables (Autocad and PDF Files of these drawings are located on the enclosed CD) Lite-Deck span tables should not be used without first securing competent advice with respect to its suitablility for any given application. The use of the informatnion disclosed in this diagram is subject to approval by the local building code authority. Although the information in this document is believed to be accurate, LiteForm Technologies, nor any of their employees or representatives makes any warranty, guarantee or representation, expressed for the direct or indirect damages arising from such use.

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10 10 15 15 15 15

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

2' to 8' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5

9' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 10' 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' Long.

Long.

Long.

Long.

Long.

Long.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 -

16' Long.

Reinf.

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Live Load Dead (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 6+2

2 - #6 2 - #5 -

17' Long.

Reinf.

Tabulated spans between 8' and 17'

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1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

2' to 8' 9' Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

10' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' 17' 18' Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf.

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Live Load Dead (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 6+4

2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7

19' Long.

Reinf.

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #7

20' Long.

Reinf.

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 -

21' Long.

Reinf.

Tabulated spans between 8' and 21'

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1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

2' to 8' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

9' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

10' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' Long.

Long.

Long.

Long.

Long.

Long.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

Reinf.

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

17' Long.

Reinf.

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6

18' Long.

Reinf.

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #6

19' Long.

Reinf.

Tabulated spans between 8' and 19'

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Dead Live Load (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete =145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 8+2

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10 10 15 15 15 15

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 2' to 8' 9' 10' 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' 17' 18' 19' 20' 21' 22' 23' Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf.

Tabulated spans between 8' and 23'

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Live Load Dead (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 8+4

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1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

2' to 8' 9' Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

10' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

11' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' 17' 18' Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf.

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Live Load Dead (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 10+2

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

19' Long.

Reinf.

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

20' Long.

Reinf.

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6

21' Long.

Reinf.

Tabulated spans between 8' and 21'

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1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #6

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 2' to 9' 10' 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' 17' 18' 19' 20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf.

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Live Load Dead (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 10+4 Tabulated spans between 9' and 25'

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1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #6 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #6

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #6

2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #6

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 2' to 8' 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' 17' 18' 19' 20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' 26' Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf.

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Live Load Dead (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 12+2 Tabulated spans between 10' and 26'

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1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #4 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #5

1 - #5 1 - #4 1 - #6 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6

1 - #5 1 - #5 1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #5 1 - #6

1 - #6 1 - #5 2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5

7. Multiple span reinforcing is valid for same length spans only.

1 - #6 1 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #5

2 - #5 1 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #6

2 - #5 2 - #5 2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #6

2 - #6 2 - #5 2 - #7 2 - #6 2 - #7

2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #7 2 - #7

2 - #6 2 - #6 2 - #7 2 - #7

Minimum Reinforcing Steel Required For Given Span 2' to 11' 12' 13' 14' 15' 16' 17' 18' 19' 20' 21' 22' 23' 24' 25' 26' 27' 28' 29' 30' Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long. Long.

Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf. Reinf.

Design Table Notes: 1. Design tables are for cost estimating purposes only. Final beam reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

2. For 1 span condition, longitudinal reinforcing steel only required in bottom of beam.

3. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, longitudinal reinforcing required in both top and bottom of beam.

4. Shaded cells in table reflect need for shear reinforcing in beam. Shear reinforcing to be designed by a licensed design professional in responsible charge.

5. For 2 and 3+ span conditions, center long. reinforcing in bottom of beam at midspan and in top beam at support.

6. Provide 3/4" minimum concrete cover to all reinforcing steel for interior exposure. Refer to the latest ACI318 for minimum clearance for other exposures.

Span Condition 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span 1 & 2 Span 3+ Span

Superimposed Dead Live Load (PSF) Load

Normal Weight Concrete = 145 lbs/ft3

Material Parameters Concrete Strength = 3000 psi Reinforcement Strength = 60 ksi

System 12+4 Tabulated spans between 11' and 30'

1.5 Reinforcing of Concrete Placement and specifications of all reinforcing steel shall be designed in compliance with the latest editions of ACI 318 and CRSI (Concrete Reinforcing Steel Institute) standards. Any variance from ACI or CRSI standards must be certified in advance by a Structural Engineer who is licensed for the jobsite location and specifications.

1.6 Concrete Placement Placement of concrete shall be in compliance with latest edition of ACI-614 Code (Handling) and ACI-301 and 306 Codes for cold and hot weather concrete placement. Any variance from ACI standards must be certified in advance by a Structural Engineer who is licensed for the jobsite location and specifications.

1.7 Temporary Shoring (Complete Test Results are available on the attached Lite-Deck CD) All Lite-Deck formwork shoring shall be designed in compliance with the latest edition of ACI347R “Guide to Formwork for Concrete” (design chapter) using Load Table 1 as minimum requirements. Loads in Table 1 have a 2 to 1 safety factor included. Distance between support beams under Lite-Deck steel stiffener shall be determined by capacity of vertical shores and spacing between vertical shores. The maximum spacing between vertical shores shall be based on ASTM E72-05 Transverse Load Test, submitted as part of this Technical Evaluation.

See Transverse Load Test: RADCO Test Report No. RAD-3860

1.8 Concentrated Loads (Complete Test Results are available on the attached Lite-Deck CD) Maximum loads applied by foot traffic (from construction crews) to the Lite-Deck formwork shall be based on ASTM E661-03 Concentrated load Test, submitted as part of this Technical Evaluation. As required by ASTM standard, concentrated loads were placed on the “most vulnerable’ portion of the Lite-Deck form.

See Concentrated Load Test RADCO Test Report No. RAD-3861

1.9 Maximum Ceiling Load / Steel Stud Load Capacity (Complete Test Results are available on the attached Lite-Deck CD) The maximum ceiling load attached to steel C-channels inserted into the base sections shall be based on Steel Channel Withdrawal Test, submitted as part of this Technical Evaluation.

See Ceiling Load Test (Channel Withdrawal) RADCO Test Report No. RAD-3862

1.10 Fire Resistance Rating (Complete Test Results are available on the attached Lite-Deck CD) Lite-Deck formwork has a 1.5 hour fire resistance rating based on the test results which were made in compliance with ASTM E 119-00. See Fire Resistance Rating Test (ASTM E 119-00) SwRI – Test Project No. 01.11579.01.001

1.11 Fire Performance Evaluation with Drywall (Complete Test Results are available on the attached Lite-Deck CD) Foam plastic insulation used in the Lite-Deck formwork system has an average thickness which is in excess of 4 inches.

Foam plastic insulation covered with 1/2 inch drywall is in compliance with UBC Standard 26-3, based on Fire Performance Test, submitted as part of this Technical Evaluation.

See Fire Performance Test (UBC 26-3) SwRI – Test Project No. 01.10934.01.418a

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1.12 Fire Performance Evaluation without Drywall (Complete Test Results are available on the attached Lite-Deck CD) Foam Plastic insulation used in the Lite-Deck formwork system has an average thickness which is in excess of 4 inches.

Foam plastic insulation without 1/2 inch drywall covering is in compliance with UBC Standard 26-3, based on Fire Performance Test, submitted as part of this Technical Evaluation. See Fire Performance Test (UBC 26-3) SwRI – Test Project No. 01.10934.01.418b

1.13 STC -Sound Transmission Class (Full Test located on enclosed CD) A concrete floor’s ability to reduce the transmission of outside, ambient sound is rated by a Sound Transmission Class number. The higher the number, the better the barrier to ambient sound pollution.

Lite-Deck Floor with 3-inch Concrete Cover and 14-inch load-bearing Concrete Joist STC by Test – 57 STC by Calculation – 54 – With ½” Drywall attached direct to Lite-Deck stiffeners STC by Calculation – 67 – With ½” Drywall attached with Resilient Clips Lite-Deck Floor with 3-inch Concrete Cover, 14-inch load-bearing Concrete Joist, 1/2 “ Carpet w/Pad STC by Test – 48 STC by Calculation – 52 – With ½” Drywall attached direct to Lite-Deck stiffeners STC by Calculation – 56 – With ½” Drywall attached with Resilient Clips

1.14 IIC – R-Value (Full Test located on enclosed CD) The insulating value of Lite-Deck forms is achieved by its’ use of EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) Insulation.

By test (C177 or C518), the insulating value of the EPS used in Lite-Deck Base Sections is R-4.40 (@ 25-degrees f) per inch of thickness*.

Based on the above-referenced tests, the calculated, nominal insulating value of Lite-Deck Base Sections is R-26.4.

1.15 IIC – Impact Insulation Class (Full Test located on enclosed CD) A concrete floor’s ability to reduce the transmission of sound is rated by an Impact Insulation Class number. This rating quantifies the transmission of “impact sounds” such as foot traffic. The higher the number, the better the barrier to impact sounds.

Lite-Deck Floor with 3-inch Concrete Cover and 14-inch load-bearing Concrete Joist IIC by Test – 44 IIC by Calculation – 48 – With ½” Drywall attached direct to Lite-Deck stiffeners IIC by Calculation – 61 – With ½” Drywall attached with Resilient Clips Lite-Deck Floor with 3-inch Concrete Cover, 14-inch load-bearing Concrete Joist, 1/2 “ Carpet w/Pad IIC by Test – 82 IIC by Calculation – 86 – With ½” Drywall attached direct to Lite-Deck stiffeners IIC by Calculation – 90 – With ½” Drywall attached with Resilient Clips

1.16 Patents © 2008 – Lite-Form Technologies – Lite-Deck is a registered Trademark of Lite-Form Technologies, South Sioux City Nebraska U.S. – Patent Numbers 6272749 and 681750B1. Other Patents applied for or Pending.

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1.17 LiteDeck Imprints These imprints are printed on all LiteDeck products that leave the South Sioux City, NE. manufacturing facility.

BASE SECTION IMPRINT SRS (Steel Rib System) Manufactured by, Lite-Form Technologies – So. Sioux City, NE Phone: 800-551-3313 www.litedeck.com

FLOORS • ROOFS • DECKS • WALLS

CAUTION!

Use in Accordance with:

ACI 347R, 318, 301, 306 and CRSI Standards

Minimum Steel C Channel Specs:

100%

18 guage - 50ksi 3 5/8” x 1 5/8”

RECYCLED EPS

MOLDED TOP HATS WHEN AVAILABLE

Patent No. 6272749, 68177150 B1 - Other Patents Applied for or Pending

MADE IN THE

USA

BASE SECTION IMPRINT WRS (Wood Rib System) LiteDeckSticker_WRS2.pdf

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USE IN ACCORDANCE WITH: ACI 347R, 318, 301, 306 and CRSI Standards

For Technical Questions about:

SHORING - ENGINEERING or REINFORCING CALL 800.551.3313

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Detail Drawings

LD-2.1 - 24” Wide Base Section Dimension

LD-2.1.1 - 24” Nominal Base Section Dimension

LD-2.1W - 32” Nominal Base Section Dimension

LD-2.2W - 48” Wide Base Section Dimension

LD-2.3 - 18” Wide Top Hat Section Dimension

LD-2.4 - Typical Combination of Base Section and Top Hats

LD-2.5 - Trans. Section @ LiteDeck

LD-2.6 - Trans. Section @ LiteDeck Floor to ICF Wall

LD-2.7 - Long. Section @ LiteDeck Floor to ICF Wall (Resting)

LD-2.8 - Long. Section @ LiteDeck Floor to ICF Wall (Abutment)

LD-2.9 - Trans. Section @ Interior ICF Wall

LD-2.10 - Longitudinal Section @ Interior ICF Wall

LD-2.11 - Trans Section @ LiteDeck Floor to CMU Wall (Abutment)

LD-2.12 - Long. Section @ LiteDeck Floor to CMU Wall (Resting)

LD-2.13 - Trans. Section @ Interior CMU to LiteDeck Floor

LD-2.14 - Long. Section @ Interior CMU Wall to LiteDeck Floor

LD-2.15 - One Sided Trans. Sect. @ Flush Concrete Beam

LD-2.16 - Longitudinal Section @ Flush Concrete Beam

LD-2.17 - Transverse Section @ Dropped Concrete Beam

LD-2.18 - Long. Section @ Flush Concrete Beam

LD-2.19 - Trans. Section @ Porch Perimeter Beam

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24" 8"

6" 1"

8" 1"

2"

8"

BEAM

CL STUD

5" 616

CL STUD

6"

6" 12"

2 X 6 DIMENSIONAL LUMBER WOOD STUD INSERT @ 12" O.C. (CONTINUOUS)

24" WRS BASE SECTION EPS Foam Density = 1.25 pcf Weight = 4.10 pounds per lineal foot or 2.05 psf

LiteDeck Copyright 2013

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DUE TO VARIANCES IN LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS ALL DETAILS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF DETAIL CONSTRUCTION SHOWN IN DRAWING. LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE INFORMATION SHOWN WITHOUT NOTICE.

24" WRS BASE SECTION DIMENSIONS DRAWN BY: DATE:

LFT

03/15/13

DETAIL NO:

REVISION DATE: SCALE:

Not to Scale

LD-2.1W

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32" 6"

12" 1"

12" 1"

2"

8"

BEAM

CL STUD 8"

5" 616

CL STUD 8"

16" 2 X 6 DIMENSIONAL LUMBER WOOD STUD INSERT @ 16" O.C. (CONTINUOUS)

32" WRS BASE SECTION EPS Foam Density = 1.25 pcf

LiteDeck Copyright 2013

速

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DUE TO VARIANCES IN LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS ALL DETAILS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF DETAIL CONSTRUCTION SHOWN IN DRAWING. LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE INFORMATION SHOWN WITHOUT NOTICE.

32" WRS BASE SECTION DIMENSIONS DRAWN BY: DATE:

LFT

03/15/13

DETAIL NO:

REVISION DATE: SCALE:

Not to Scale

LD-2.2W

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6" 4"

6" TOP HAT (Weight = 0.96 lbs / lineal foot)

2"

4" TOP HAT (Weight = 0.64 lbs / lineal foot)

2" TOP HAT (Weight = 0.32 lbs / lineal foot) 26"

26" WIDE TOP HAT SECTIONS EPS Foam Density = 0.75 pcf

LiteDeck Copyright 2013

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速

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DUE TO VARIANCES IN LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS ALL DETAILS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LOCAL CODES, CONSTRUCTION PRACTICES, AND REQUIREMENTS REGARDLESS OF DETAIL CONSTRUCTION SHOWN IN DRAWING. LITE-FORM TECHNOLOGIES RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE INFORMATION SHOWN WITHOUT NOTICE.

26" WIDE TOP HAT SECTION DIMENSIONS DRAWN BY: DATE:

LFT

03/27/13

DETAIL NO:

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Not to Scale

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Marketing Materials

LiteDeck Brochure

LiteDeck Tilt Brochure

LiteDeck Installation Guide

LiteDeck Knockâ&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Down

Installation Manual

Sloped Concrete Roofs

Shoring Posts

Rebar Chairs

Post-Tensioning Cables

Manual CD (Tests and Drawings)

LiteDeck DVD

LiteDeck Tilt DVD

PRODUCT BULLETIN

FEBRUARY 22, 2008

PB.006_Shoring Post/Rebar Chair

LITE-DECK SHORING POST Lite-Deck Shoring Post Benefits

• Tube is open at both ends to prevent accumulation of water

and debris thereby retarding rust development.

• Top plates and base plates are provided with nail holes.

• Adjusting nut with 8-inch handle for precise height adjustment.

Applications

• For shoring and reshoring applications.

Allowable Working Loads in Lbs. Safety Factor 3:1 6’ - 8,800 7’ - 7,900 8’ - 6,900 9’ - 5,850 10’ - 4,650 11’ - 3,400 12’ - 2,500 13’ - 2,000

Shoring Post Pricing PS

6’-0” to 11’-6” PART # 4435........................... POR External Tube - 2.24” x.098” x 5’ - 11” Internal Tube - 1.90” x .146” x 6’ - 5” Weight - 37 lbs.

PS

8’-0” to 13’ PART # 4436................................ POR External Tube - 2.24” x.098” x 6’ - 7” Internal Tube - 1.90” x .146” x 7’ - 9” Weight - 41 lbs.

* Prices do not include shipping. F.O.B South Sioux City, NE. 68776 RENTAL - $7 per week

LITE-DECK REBAR CHAIRS Rebar Chair Pricing PART # 4050.................................................POR Large Fits: #6, #7, #8 Bar fitting *Bags of 100 qty. available.

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PRODUCT BULLETIN PB.006_Post-Tension

FEBRUARY 22, 2008

Post-Tension Cable Post-Tension

•

•

•

Cable For Post-Tensioning concrete slabs.

Reduced conventional reinforcing Longer Clearspan capabilities

Post Tension Cable

Part #4265-1 per linear ft. ............................ POR CABLE ONLY * Prices do not include shipping. F.O.B South Sioux City, NE. 68776

Anchor Anchor

Part #4265-2 ................................................... POR

* Prices do not include shipping. F.O.B South Sioux City, NE. 68776

Wedges Wedges

Part #4265-3 .................................................. POR 2pcs complete 1 wedge. * Prices do not include shipping. F.O.B South Sioux City, NE. 68776

Pocket Former Pocket Former

Part # 4265-4 ................................................. POR

* Prices do not include shipping. F.O.B South Sioux City, NE. 68776

P.O.Box 774, South Sioux City, NE 68776 - Ph: 402-241-4402 - FAX: 402-241-4435 - Toll Free: 800-551-3313 | E-mail: general@liteform.com - Website: www.liteform.com

PRODUCT BULLETIN PB.009_Molded Corner Block

November 06, 2012

Molded Corner Block FlexxBlock Molded Corner Block is available for fast efficient forming of 90º corners •

2” EPS Insulation per side (4” total EPS thickness)

•

Available Wall Thickness - 8”

•

LEFT Corner

RIGHT Corner

Full Pallet QTY - 24pcs • 12 Rights • 12 Lefts Pallet Specs : 49” x 60” x 101”

• •

16” Tall x 2’ x 4’

Reduce Jobsite waste

Full Corner Tie for attachment around the corner

FlexxBlock Molded Corner Block RIGHT CORNER 8” Wall Thickness LEFT CORNER 8” Wall Thickness

Part # FB08RL Part # FB08LC

Volume Discounts are available. Call for more details.

Full Pallet - 24pcs (12 Rights and 12 Lefts) * Prices do not include tax or shipping. F.O.B South Sioux City, NE. 68776

Internal Corner Tie The New FlexxBlock Corner Tie is embedded within the corner of the block for more fastening at the corner for interior and exterior finishes.

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Sloped Concrete

Roofs Topping an ICF structure with a concrete roof has a number of advantages. Perhaps the most obvious is disaster resistance. A concrete slab will protect belongs and occupants from hurricanes and tornadoes, and is completely fireproof. (For more information, see Total Shell, Total Protection on page 28 of this issue.)

They can support an enormous amount of weight, so concrete roofs can be converted into decks, rooftop gardens, or even additional parking space.

And coupled with a foam forming system, such as LiteDeck, concrete can create a high-performance roofing system that “completes the energy envelope.” Just like ICF walls, the combination of foam and concrete in the roof protects interior spaces from outside temperature fluctuations. Near airports, these “ICF roofs” have proven to dramatically reduce sound infiltration.

But just because a home has a concrete roof doesn’t mean that it has to be flat. Thanks to innovative forming systems and improved design software, sloped concrete roofs are easier now than ever before. A few builders, like Mike and Dustin King of Ateg Engineering, are taking on incredibly complex roof designs, with multiple hips, valleys, and ridgelines, and constructing them out of concrete.

The Kings have designed and built a number of complex, sloping concrete roofs in North Texas. One was installed on the 15,000 sq. ft. Hoffman residence just east of Dallas in Forney, Texas. It has 15 rooms on three levels, and the roof is unbelievably multi-faceted. King even did the bay window roof.

“Most of it was done the same way we do a typical Lite-Deck installation,” says Dustin King. “When it’s on a slope like that, we take a piece of wood and cut it to match the slope, so the shoring can brace off a surface parallel to the floor. We can run a screw through 24 ICF BUILDER

the top of the bracing, through the wood and into the light-gauge steel stud to make sure that nothing moves.”

He uses adjustable Pro-Shore bracing, with beams running 6 feet on center and posts about every 4 feet.

King uses a regular low-slump concrete for most roofs. “We used a 3-inch-slump mix on that project—it has a 7:12 slope—and it stayed in place no problem. I think the steepest we’ve personally done is a 9:12 pitch, and it worked out just fine.

Pat Boeshart, inventor of the Lite-Deck system, points out that placing concrete on a sloped surface is not new. “They’ve been Foam decking creates a series of beam pockets, which are filled with reinforced concrete. Pockets running parallel to the ridgeline are usually cut into the foam on site. Some designers recommend a monolithic slab poured over the top of the beams. Others design the final roof finish to be applied over the foam.

Sloping concrete roofs are possible. With modern foam decking systems, even complex roof designs can be created.

All Photos Courtesy Lite-Form Technologies

doing it since the 1960s on concrete-lined canals and stormwater drainage channels,” he says.

Perhaps the most difficult challenge for sloped roofs is the engineering and design work.

“A sloped concrete roof is much more complicated,” King confirms. “Hips and valleys have to be engineered, and a lot of it is using experience and professional judgment.”

On the Hoffman home, King spec’ed a steel I-beam at the ridge line, with the Lite-Deck running perpendicular to the ridge. “We’ve done a lot of steel ridge beams, but we’ve also done a number of

concrete beams too,” he says.

Channels for concrete beams were cut into the foam at all the hips and valleys. A channel was also cut in the foam halfway between the eaves and the primary ridge line, to tie the other concrete beams together and help support the ridgeline.

One unusual feature of this home is that the roof does not have a monolithic slab poured over the Lite-Deck. Concrete was placed in the beam pockets level with the surface of the foam, but no additional concrete was poured above that.”

“There’s no reason why you couldn’t do the slab,” says King.

“In this case, it was just the way it was done.” The roof was surfaced with Fossilcrete, which was stamped and colored to resemble shingles. The same product was used on the exterior walls, which were carved to resemble ashlar-cut limestone.

Cloyd “Joe” Warnes, a concrete expert and consulting engineer, has more than 40 years of experience with pitched concrete roofs. He built one of the first “all concrete” homes in California in 1966 as part of a study by the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Warnes points out that if the concrete roof is properly tied into the ICF walls, the entire structure is significantly stronger.

That’s precisely what King did with the Hoffman home. “We brought the bars out of the ICF wall several feet and tied them into the roof beams. All of the beam connections have ample connecting steel in them.”

All three major brands of foam decking, Lite-Deck, Insuldeck, and Amdeck, have engineering details available on how to make these connections.

Warnes notes that pitched roofs can be built using a number of other technologies—such as steel joists and plywood—but only foam decking includes the insulation, sound attenuation, and other August/September 2008 25

Foam decking can be capped with a solid concrete slab for maximum protection, or finished with just the beam pockets (bottom right.) The decision will affect the amount of bracing required when the foam panels are set in place (bottom left.)

All Photos Courtesy Lite-Form Technologies

features most owners will want.

At a presentation he gave at the fall 2006 ACI meeting, he explained the general design process. First, design the structural supports at the ridgelines and in the valleys. Second, determine how the building eaves will be formed and shored. Next, calculate the planking (or other forming) requirements, shoring and rebar needed.

The actual construction process follows those steps quite closely. After the ridgeline beams are installed, contractors form the eaves, shore them, and then place the forming for the rest of the roof. After that is also shored, the rebar is placed and tied into the walls. Any additional beam pockets are cut into the foam at this time. When everything is in place, the concrete is poured, first in the beam pockets, and then as a slab over the entire structure.

The Hoffman home is built without eaves, but King says there are a number of different ways it can be done. “We’ve done it a

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couple of different ways. You can end the concrete at the wall, but run the foam out past the wall as eaves. We’ve also formed the eaves with plywood, shored it real well, and poured it with the rest of the roof. Western Forms has an eave form that we’ve used and had good success.” Another possible method is to frame out the eaves as with traditional construction.

Whatever method of pitched roof construction you choose, King says one key is to work closely with the installer and manufacturer. “The beams on that job came out of out plant at Amarillo, and were delivered to the jobsite pre-cut,” says King. “We worked closely with Ross Raines [the builder] to ensure it went well.”

With foam decking, interior finishes are installed just like they would be in ICF walls. Chases and light boxes are cut in with a hot knife. Insuldeck has pre-cut utility chases molded into the foam.

Sheet rock is attached to the integral furring strips. Sometimes, a dropped ceiling—similar to commercial construction—is installed.

Fast Facts Location: Forney, Texas Size: 13,000 sq. ft.

Completion Date: August 2007 Owner: Alan Hoffman Builder: Ross Raines Roof Installer: Ateg Engineering Project Engineer: Ateg Engineering Exterior Walls: Buildblock ICF Roof: Lite-Deck Exterior Finish: Fossilcrete

King and Warnes are both enthusiastic about the future of pitched concrete roofing.

Warnes claims that with the worldwide availability of foam decking, “the last barrier to practical construction of all concrete houses has now been breached.”

King was introduced to the technology through Pat Boeshart and others at LiteDeck, and calls it “the greatest thing.” “It really is a great product,” he says. “We’re still developing what you can do with foam.”

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Detail Drawing

1.1 Standard LiteDeck Tilt Panel Project Binder

3. Ready Mix Plant

9. Ethanol Plant Office Space

13. Commercial Building Addition

15. Roswell, NM. Theatre

17. Bemidji, MN. Flatcrete Building

19. Kuwait House Project

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Versatile • High-Efficiency • Cost-Effective • Lightweight

Project Binder

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What is Lite-Deck Tilt BENEFITS

• FAST LIGHTWEIGHT ASSEMBLY • ENERGY EFFICIENT R-30+ • REUSABLE

• INSULATED OR NON-INSULATED • LOAD BEARING PANELS

• STANDARD TILT TECHNIQUES

• CUSTOM JOIST WALL DESIGNS

Lite-Deck Tilt® is a site-cast concrete tilt-up wall system developed by Lite-Form Technologies®.

Concrete is poured into the light-weight polystyrene forms and stay in place to provide high-efficiency insulation of R-30 or more, or removed to be a reusable concrete form!

6" EPS Top Hat 4" EPS Top Hat

Perimeter Form Board

2" EPSTop Hat

6 inch EPS Base Section

Each Lite-Deck Tilt® panel includes special features which simplify the finishing process to save time, labor and materials. Lite-Deck Tilts® Patented Top Hat® design makes shipping and handling easier and more cost-effective than other tilt-up forming systems. Lite-Deck Tilt® can be used as sandwich wall panels, or concrete can be poured on one side and interior features can be attached directly to the Lite-Deck Tilt® system’s integrated steel studs with self tapping screws.

Lite-Deck Tilt® expanded polystyrene (EPS) form is manufactured in the U.S. and is available through a number of dealers and distributors.

TYPICAL APPLICATIONS INCLUDE: • SINGLE AND MULTI-STORY OFFICE AND RETAIL SPACE • WAREHOUSE SPACE • MEDICAL FACILITIES • SCHOOLS • CHURCHES • ADDITIONS

To learn more about Lite-Deck Tilt®: Ph: 1-800-551-3313 • Email: general@liteform.com • www.litedeck.com.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Concrete Ready Mix Plant

Sgt. Bluff, IA.

• 15% Recycled EPS Foam for High Efficient Green Building Technology

• Total Sq. Ft. of floor • Wall height: 60 ft.

• Lite-Deck TILT Site-cast, tilt-up

Insulated Concrete walls and roof 20 WALL PANELS

12 ROOF PANELS

• Forms were custom-fabricated and supplied by local Lite-Deck Service Center

15% Recycled EPS (Expanded polystyrene) blocks are hot wire cut (1.25 lb. density). 20guage steel C channels are added to the LiteDeck TILT Base Sections by Service Center, prior to jobsite delivery.

Service Center adds 6-inch Top Hats (.70 lb. density) to Base Section forms prior to jobsite delivery. Load-bearng concrete joists are 24” apart. With 3” concrete exterior face, total joist depth is 15” X 8”.

Some wall panels were custom-cut (hotwire) at Service Center, to accomodate building design, openings, etc.

Reinforcing steel being placed. Because of building design, some panels required dimensional lumber as perimeter side wall instead of Lite-Deck’s pre-fabricated EPS side wall.

Anchoring rebar is placed to reinforce toppicking of wall panels. Typical wall panels were 12’ X 60’.

6 X 6 wire mesh is used to reinforce exterior concrete face. Lite-Deck’s pre-fabricated EPS side walls shown here, were provided for most wall panels. After casting, they are removed and discarded.

4,000 psi concrete w/ limestone Total Cubic Yards of Concrete: Walls: 190

Roof: 35

Lightweight Lite-Deck Tilt form panels are loaded and shipped to the jobsite.

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Notes:

EPS bulkheads for openings were installed onsite prior to pour. Note the structural beams at top and bottom of opening.

4,000 psi concrete has been placed and given a broom finish. To save space and time, this panel has been stack cast on top of a wall panel. Panels have 3” exterior face and EPS insulated interior face.

These post-tension roof panels have been stack cast on top of an earlier panel with a poly film between, to assure a clean removal.

Roof panels are post-tensioned, to reduce rebar and concrete. Post-tensioning was done approx. 4 days following concrete placement. Load-bearing joists were 24” apart. With 2.5” concrete cover, reinforced joists were a total of 14.5” thick.

Lite-Deck forms were pre-fabricated by Service Center and featured EPS for curved perimeter of silo opening, reinforced with wood kickers.

Forming has been removed from the roof panels. EPS for curved perimeter will remain in place.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Notes:

Wall panels were face-picked and toppicked for placement. Typical 12X60 wall panels weighed approx. 70,000 lbs. Steel kicker braces were attached prior to placement.

Total erection/placement time for wall and roof panels was 2 days. The largest wall panel was 14X60 panels weighed approx. 85,000 lbs.

Panels being face picked for placement.

Total of 20 wall panels were placed. A 4-man crew prepped and poured a minimum of 1 panel per day.

After a nominal curing time of 7 days, wall panels reached 70% of design strength and were placed.

Burke braces every 24â&#x20AC;? were anchored to concrete pad as soon as wall panel was placed.

Rapid Lock plates are being added, to support site-cast insulated roof panels.

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SPECIFICATIONS

Notes:

Steel inbed (every 2’) in wall panels were welded to a continuous steel inbed on concrete footing. Resulting gap was filled with non-shrink grout mixture.

Wall panels have all been placed.

Openings (top center) were created with EPS sheetgoods and will be removed during final stage of construction.

Lite-Deck roof panel is being placed. A total of 12 roof panels were used. Wall and roof panels have EPS interior facing with exposed steel attachment rails every 24”.

Interior finish will be steel siding.

Roof panel around powder silo is being placed. Wall and roof panels have a calculated insulating value of R-30.

Looking up the side of the powder silo. Space of approx. 2” between silo wall and concrete roof.

Stage one of this project is completed.

Adjoining shop (24’ 7” tall) and office (15’ 4” tall) will be added, using LiteDeck TILT walls and roof panels.

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Notes:

Stage II of this project begins with setting the shop panels adjacent to the batch plant.

The EPS form made the mitered edge for a continuous insulated corner. The panels on the opposite end are cast and ready to pick in place

Site Cast panels allow picking from one single crane location.

Bracing of the wall panels will be removed after the steel roof is set and welded.

View from the top shows the large sq. ft. of shop space.

Stage two of this project is completed.

Adjoining office (15â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 4â&#x20AC;? tall) will be added, using Lite-Deck TILT walls.

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Steel roof trusses are placed. Braces are ready to be removed.

Steel roofing was used to cover the shop area of this building.

Office panels are the final panels to be tilted into place.

Lite-Decks steel studs act as attachment for the silo containments steel interior finish.

Pick points will be filled with matching epoxy filler.

The ready mix plant is ready for interior and exterior touch up finishes.

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 4,800 sq. ft. Office Space • Multiple Story

• Post-Tension Floors/Roofs • Site-Cast Wall Efficiencies

“With a limited casting area these lightweight EPS panels were easy to meneuver and made production go much quicker.”

Tom Koob Construction Manager

Lightweight EPS panels are carried onto the casting site.

Engineered 12” roof panel sections easily slide together onto the steel studs.

Post-Tension Cables are run through the EPS perimeter form board. No drilling necessary

Panel forms are quickly cast and consolidated, using standard concrete mixes.

Concrete surface is finished smooth or textured, as specified by designer.

The re-usable perimeter form at the end of panels is accomplished with dimensional lumber.

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 4,800 sq. ft. Office Space • Multiple Story

• Post-Tension Floors/Roofs • Site-Cast Wall Efficiencies

Rapid lok connectors with Lite-Deck Tilt speed the process of setting the floor and roof panels.

Customized wall panels include openings for windows, doors, etc. Typical panels for this project were 16 ft. wide, 28 ft. 6” tall. Weight per square foot was 57 lbs.

Pre-cast panels are used for the roof, also.

Concrete will be sealed with a permanent, elastomeric finish.

To minimize handling, the casting forms were pre-arranged on the building’s concrete floor.

Pre-cast concrete roof panels have been placed and are ready for permanent finish.

The form panels for second story were set and shored so that concrete could be cast-in-place after the pre-cast roof panels had been placed.

Office space is up and ready for finishing.

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Commercial Addition June, 2005

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 9,400 sq. ft. Comm. Addition

• 28’ tall x 16’ wide wall panels • Custom EPS Roof Panels

Attachmetn of steel trusses in preperation for custom Insulated EPS roof panels.

Rebar and pick points are placed in the panel forms. Panels feature a removable containment form along the sides. TILT forms can be custom-built to accommodate all rebar and structural members.

Containment form at end of panels is accomplished with removable, dimensional lumber. Panel are cast with 4000 psi concrete, 5” slump.

Vibrating and power floating. Weight of a standard, 16 x 28’ insulating wall panel is 24,000 lbs.

A corduroy finish and sealer is applied to the concrete surface.

Standard and custom panels were stack-cast to conserve space. The insulating form accelerates hydration by approx. 40%.

Insulated wall panel is being placed. In this project, walls cost $6.50 per sq. ft., including placement.

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Commercial Addition June, 2005

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 9,400 sq. ft. Comm. Addition

• 28’ tall x 16’ wide wall panels • Custom EPS Roof Panels

No additional installation of mounting angles needed. Steel studs on 24” centers for attaching finishes.

Custom-built panel is being placed, above a door. Panels are braced, using conventional tilt-up hardware.

Stack-cast panels are ready to be placed.

Nominal insulating value of walls is R-26.4.

Steel trusses are in place (every 10-feet), to receive insulated roof panels.

Roof panels are custom-made with steel C channels as stiffeners and attachment rails for drywall. Nominal insulating value of roof is R-54.

A flat, 2” thick concrete cover is being placed.

Steel trusses provided the permanent shoring.

Roof will be covered with a waterproof, elastomeric system.

Project is finished, ready for occupancy.

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Roswell, NM. Theatre June, 2005

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 42,000 sq. ft. Imax Theater

• Superior EPS sound retention

• Pre-Engineered Floor and Roof

• 15,000lb. average panel weight

Erected panels are temporarily supported in traditional tilt-up fashion.

Standard insulating wall panels were 8’ X 34’.

TILT forms included a removable containment form along the sides. Standard load-bearing joists were spaced every 24”.

Conventional lifting anchors and attachment plates were cast into panels, per Structural Engineering specs.

Concrete being placed and vibrated in insulating TILT panels, using 4,000 psi concrete, 5” slump. Containment form along end of panels was accomplished with reusable, dimensional lumber.

Concrete was power floated and a light broom finish applied. The use of insulating TILT forms resulted in a nominal R-27 insulating value.

Perimeter bracing and reinforcing around opening. EPS forms are quickly fabricated to accommodate any opening or configuration.

Panels were cast with a 3” continuous cover, over the TILT form. Nominal STC (Sound Transmission Class) of 50. This was an important benefit for the owner.

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Roswell, NM. Theatre June, 2005

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 42,000 sq. ft. Imax Theater

• Superior EPS sound retention

• Pre-Engineered Floor and Roof

• 15,000lb. average panel weight

Standard panels weighed approx. 15,000 lbs. each. Conventional tilt-up equipment and engineered pick points were used.

In the foreground, panels are stack-cast to save space and labor. Stack-casting the insulated TILT panels shortened hydration time by approx. 30%.

Commercial tilt-up braces were used to stabilize panels, following placement. Estimated cost per square foot of $8.00, including placement.

Wall panels have been welded to base plates and adjoining panels. Interior finish will be anchored to the built-in steel attachment rails, spaced 24” apart.

Conventional metal roof deck was used for this project.

Theater complex is in place, ready for finishing. Total of 42,000 square feet of sitecast, tilt up walls.

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Bemidji, MN. Flatcrete Bldg.

November, 2005

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SPECIFICATIONS

• Single Story Commercial Building.

• Lite-Deck Stained and Stamped Tilt Walls and Floors

• Energy Efficient In-Floor Heat

Insulating Lite-Deck forms were used for the floor, over the partial basement. In-floor heating system was cast into the concrete cover.

Lite-Deck TILT wall panel forms are in the background, ready for concrete placement.

Lightweight TILT panels are set and braced quickly, using traditional tilt-up hardware and techniques.

The project features a variety of stamped and stained concrete surfaces. Concrete wall panels have been stamped and are ready to be tilted and placed. Lite-Deck TILT forms have a built-in containment rail which is removed prior to placement.

Lite-Deck TILT panels can be custom-built to accommodate openings and special profiles. Casting beds are quickly fabricated for individual block outs, bulkheads and special angles.

Pre-cast Lite-Deck TILT walls feature a steel attachment rail every 24-inches. On the right, several Lite-Deck forms are stored, ready for placement, rebar and concrete.

Rustic treatment around openings was applied after placement of tilt-up wall panels. Random stone stamping and staining was done during concrete placement.

Lite-Deck Tilt® allows special shapes and angles to be cast and set with ease.

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Bemidji, MN. Flatcrete Bldg.

November, 2005

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SPECIFICATIONS

• Single Story Commercial Building.

• Lite-Deck Stained and Stamped Tilt Walls and Floors

• Energy Efficient In-Floor Heat

Portions of the interior walls will be finished with conventional drywall which is attached to Lite-Deck’s built-in rails.

The stamped and stained concrete walls and floor add warmth to this conference room. High mass concrete walls make an excellent barrier (nominal STC-50) to outside and inside sound pollution.

An attractive, maintenance-free finish was applied directly to the Lite-Deck TILT concrete panels. Nominal R-30 insulating value provides an energy-efficient envelope for the entire project.

Building features conventional wood trusses and a commercial, steel roof.

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Kuwait House Project October, 2006

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 1080 sq ft. Single Story Residential Home.

• Lite-Deck Pre-Cast Walls and Roof.

• Sandwich panel and standard wall panels.

. Lite-Deck TILT roof panel forms are being set in place. Lightweight form weighs approx.

1.75 lbs. per square foot.

Steel perimeter plate is anchored into to embedded C channel sections which were cut into the Lite-Deck roof forms.

Steel perimeter plate is in place on the insulating Lite-Deck roof forms.

Prior to casting “sandwich” wall panels, EPS blockouts are placed as spacers for the weld plates in the concrete wall panels.

Release agent is sprayed onto concrete forming bed, prior to placement of concrete for sandwich walls. EPS foam will serve as a wall panel containment form for concrete.

Concrete is being placed and consolidated for the first (interior) side of sandwich wall panel. No steel reinforcing was used on this side of the wall panel. Concrete was 4000 psi mix, 5” slump.

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Kuwait House Project October, 2006

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 1080 sq ft. Single Story Residential Home.

• Lite-Deck Pre-Cast Walls and Roof.

• Sandwich panel and standard wall panels.

Concrete placement continues. Concrete was 2” thick, on the first (interior) side of the sandwich wall panels.

Center core of Lite-Deck EPS forms are placed on the first side of concrete sandwich. On this project, no reinforcing steel was placed in the load-bearing joists of the sandwich form.

Concrete has been placed and floated for the second (exterior) side of the sandwich panels.

This panel is ready to cure.

EPS blockouts for windows and doors were preped before placing concrete on this standard Lite-Deck wall panel.

In this demonstration project, the exterior of one wall panel was stained prior to stamping.

A variety of stamps were used for the exterior finish on the stained panel.

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Kuwait House Project October, 2006

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 1080 sq ft. Single Story Residential Home.

• Lite-Deck Pre-Cast Walls and Roof.

• Sandwich panel and standard wall panels.

Steel reinforcing and post-tensioning cables are in place for the insulated concrete roof.

Steel reinforcing and PT cables (per engineering specs) are being placed in the Lite-Deck roof forms.

EPS insulation sheets will serve as perimeter containment for the Lite-Deck roof form. Roof was pre-cast, prior to placement on building.

Concrete is being placed and consolidated in the Lite-Deck roof form.

Post-tension cables are mechanically stretched and anchored off.

After stretching and anchoring, the posttension cables are trimmed flush.

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Kuwait House Project October, 2006

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SPECIFICATIONS

• 1080 sq ft. Single Story Residential Home.

• Lite-Deck Pre-Cast Walls and Roof.

• Sandwich panel and standard wall panels.

Foam Door and window blockouts are easily removed with a sawsall.

EPS foam was used to form the 45-degree edges for the sandwich wall panels. The demonstration building’s 4 wall panels all have this type of pre-mitred edge to provide a continuously insulated corner.

Sandwich wall panels were tilted and placed. Largest wall panel was 36’ wide X 12’ tall and weighed approx. 70 pounds per square foot.

Sandwich wall panels being placed. EPS foam blockouts for windows will be removed later.

Pre-cast Lite-Deck roof panels are being placed. Three panels were cast for the roof of this 1080 square foot building. Roof panels weighed approx. 50 pounds per square foot.

Lite-Deck roof panels were placed on a continuous steel ledger which has been attached to the plates embedded in the wall. Attachment plates in roof panel will be used to anchor roof to wall.

Last roof panel is being placed. Roof will be sealed with an elastomeric finish. Once doors and windows are installed, building will be ready for finishing and occupancy.

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Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) â&#x20AC;&#x201C; New Construction (NC) When Lite-Form Technologies ICF products are incorporated into the exterior envelope of a building, the energy efficiency and material properties of Lite-Form can help contribute in 4 of the six LEED-NC categories. Summarized below are the categories and how Lite-Form Technologies ICFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s can contribute towards a building certification.

Sustainable Sites (SS): This LEED Category covers Site Development issues.

SS Prerequisite 1: Control erosion and sedimentation.

Credits are obtained for: Proper site selection Use of an urban site A Brownfield site Providing alternative transportation to reduce dependence on single passenger vehicles.

Reducing amount of site disturbed with structure and roads Effective storm water management or treatment Impact of parking areas and roof areas to heat island effect Light pollution reduction Lite-Form Technologies makes no contribution toward LEED credits within this category

Water Efficiency (WE): This LEED category covers water conservation and pollution issues on site.

There are no WE prerequisites for LEED Certification in this category.

Credits are obtained for: Reducing or eliminating potable water used for landscaping Reducing potable water used for waste conveyance Overall reduction in water use Lite-Form Technologies makes no contribution toward LEED credits within this category.

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Energy and Atmosphere (EA): This LEED category covers measures to improve the energy efficiency and reductions in use of ozone depleting refrigerants and green house gases.

EA Prerequisite 1: Required compliance with minimum performance standards of national or local energy codes EA Prerequisite 2: Provide fundamental commissioning of the systems installed in the building to verify proper installation and performance EA Prerequisite 3: Elimination of CFC based refrigerants Two (2) points are mandatory from this category for all LEED NC projects.

Credits are obtained for performance improvements beyond the minimum national or local energy code requirements (up to 10 points).

EA Credit 1: Use of renewable energy sources providing additional commissioning EA Credit 2: No HCFC refrigerants or fire suppression systems EA Credit 3: Continuous monitoring of and optimization of systems performance EA Credit 4: Use of Green Power Sources EA Credit 5: Measurement & Verification Building the exterior walls with Lite-Form ICFâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s contributes to this requirement and credits by providing superior air tightness, insulating value and thermal massing. Use of Lite-Form Technologies will result in a better insulated, energy efficient exterior wall system. The continuous solid insulated concrete wall created by Lite-Form will reduce air infiltration and provide thermal mass benefits.

Combined with other components like energy efficient glazing and window units, well insulated roof assemblies, and design strategies like effective solar orientation, Lite-Form can contribute to a project qualifying for minimum energy performance under EA Prerequisite 2, and for additional credits for energy performance beyond the minimum national and local energy code requirements, under the Optimized Energy Performance category.

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Materials and Resources (MR): This LEED category covers recycling building materials, and reducing construction waste.

MR prerequisite 1: Required Space must be designated dedicated for separation, collection and Storage of recycled materials.

Credits are obtained for: MR Credit 1: Reuse of existing buildings MR Credit 2: Reducing construction waster MR Credit 3: Reuse of existing building components MR Credit 4: Using products with recycled content MR Credit 5: Using local and regional building materials MR Credit 6: Using materials that are rapidly renewable, harvested from plants that Mature in 10 years or less MR Credit 7: Using certified wood products, to encourage responsible forest Management.

Use of Lite-Form ICF products will reduce construction waste. Any waste that is generated is 100% recyclable. Lite-Form ties are manufactured from certified 100% first generation recycled polypropylene, 40% post industrial; one half of the calculated amount is included in the total value of recycled content for a project. Use of Lite-Form will contribute to the overall value of recycled content for a project.

Recycled Content of Lite-Form速 Lite-Deck速 Top Hats are manufactured with 100% Recycled EPS. 80% Post Industrial / 20% Post Consumer Lite-Form速 Sheet Foam is manufactured with 100% Recycled EPS. 80% Post Industrial / 20% Post Consumer

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Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ): This LEED category covers indoor air quality requirements for projects EQ Prerequisite 1: Minimum indoor air quality must meet ASHRAE standards.

EQ Prerequisite 2: No exposure from second hand smoke is permitted for nonSmoking building users.

Credits are obtained for: EQ Credit 1: Monitoring Carbon Dioxide levels with adjustable ventilation system.

EQ Credit 2: Optimize air change effectiveness of HVAC system and building envelope EQ Credit 3: Optimize air quality during construction EQ Credit 4: Flush out and filter indoor air prior to occupancy of building EQ Credit 5: Use low VOC products in adhesives, sealants, paints and carpet EQ Credit 6: Use Certified wood products EQ Credit 7: Control dust and chemical exposure within building EQ Credit 8: Provide controllable thermal, ventilation and lighting systems EQ Credit 9: Comply with ASHRAE standards for thermal and humidity comfort EQ Credit 10: Permanently monitor thermal and humidity comfort levels with Adjustable systems Use of Lite-Form Technologies ICF products will reduce air infiltration. The thermal mass of the concrete wall insulates against surface temperature swings of walls.

Lite-Form will not contribute to accidental humidification and condensation within the building.

Lite-Form Technologies, incorporated into a project as part of an overall LEED conforming envelope will contribute to reducing air infiltration, reducing temperature swings and minimizing accidental humidification and condensation

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Innovation & Design Process (ID): This LEED category covers credits available for innovation and exceptional performance above and beyond the requirements of the program.

There are no ID Prerequisites for LEED Certification in this category:

Credits are obtained for: ID Credit 1: Substantially exceed LEED requirements ID Credit 2: Apply strategies or measures not covered in LEED ID Credit 3: Use LEED Accredited Professional as part of Project team.

Past LEED Certified projects incorporating Lite-Form Technologies have been able to qualify for credits under this category for the following: No off-gassing: Lite-Form product is inert, does not contribute to any degradation of the interior environment.

Long Life Cycle: Concrete structures are very durable and will last far longer than other types of conventional construction.

Mold Growth control: The entire Lite-Form assembly from formwork foam, plastic ties and the concrete are all inorganic and will not contribute to promotion of growth of mold.

Use of High Percentage of Cement Substitute: Moving beyond the usual modest percentage of fly ash, slag cement, or silica fume.

The durability of the concrete structure created through the use of Lite-Form Technologies and the inert and inorganic features of the forms help the product contribute to LEED credits under this category.

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