A Joint Meeting for AIA Santa Clara Valley Chapter and USGBC-NCC Silicon Valley Branch
Presented by Mike Dalzell, Western Regional Manager, Arxx Corporation
The presentation will provide the attendee with numerous examples of projects utilizing insulated concrete forms, installation procedures, green concrete mixes and benefits of designing and building with insulated concrete forms for wall construction.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this presentation the attendee will have:
A better understanding of ICF’s and the different types available
A better understanding of the ease of design and construction when utilizing ICF’s
A better understanding of the benefits associated with the use of ICF’s (Thermal Performance, Sound Attenuation Properties, Fire Resistance, Strength)
Additional information on where ICF’s can be a lower cost solution
Green Benefits
Webs are 100% recycled post consumer Industrial Waste
ICF is a LEED contributor
Polystyrene content of forms is 100% recyclable
Achieve energy bill reduction of 50-70% depending on location
Using ICF on the exterior walls of an Average 2000 sq.ft. home eliminates usage of ½ acre of trees.
ICF will meet and/or exceed Title 24 requirements in both Residential and Commercial applications
Schedule
5:30pm – 7:00pm Networking Hour
7:00pm – 7:15pm USGBC-NCC Silicon Branch representative speaks about LEED v3
7:15pm – 7:30pm AIA speaks about Title 24 changes
7:30pm – 8:30pm ARXX/Slag Fly Ash Presentation
8:30pm – 9:00pm Questions and closing remarks
Reservations
Reservations are required. Please RSVP to AIA Santa Clara (408) 298-0611) by Monday, August 17, 2009.
