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More product. More intelligence. More R-value.

The Hobbs ICF Wall System uses 40% less concrete, making more room for insulation and a 25% higher R-value than a typical ICF block system

• The Hobbs system uses an optimized concrete placement approach versus the prescriptive method, which inefficiently uses too much concrete instead of only using concrete where it is structurally necessary
• Using less concrete means more room for foam insulation that allows the Hobbs System to achieve a superior insulating value of R-30 (in a 9’ wall example), 25% better than a typical ICF block system

The Hobbs System is more eco-friendly in terms of recycled content and energy savings than typical ICF blocks.

• The Hobbs system contains 47% recycled content
• The Hobbs System components are rot-free, lessening long-term maintenance costs
• The Hobbs System can save between 50-70% on heating and cooling bills
• As all excess waste is recycled and put back into the components, nothing gets sent to the landfill during the post-industrial process; the Hobbs design also significantly reduces post-construction waste to further eliminate trips to the landfill
• All components are recycled during manufacturing, resulting in significant reductions in post-manufacturing and post-construction waste
• In the tenets of “Green” building, 50% labor savings means less environmental impact
• Sustainable design means buildings last longer than conventional wood framing
• Return on investment is accelerated with a more energy efficient product
• As no wood products are used in the Hobbs System, no deforestation is required

The straightest ICF on the market – no unsupported or weakened seams as in a typical ICF block system.

• No unsupported horizontal and vertical seams that tend to shift as in typical ICF blocks
• Innovative Tees and Corners are the strongest of any ICF
• Our Fail-Safe Locking Grid Design™ means no snaking, bowing, or wavy walls
• Level walls means a true, straight surface ready to accept drywall and exterior finishes

The Hobbs System is much more versatile than typical ICF blocks

• The Hobbs Vertical ICF Wall System’s engineered design is widely supported by structural engineers throughout North America
• 2.5” extra-wide furring assembly flanges (studs) provide generous attachment area
• Use the Hobbs Vertical ICF Wall System for basements, slab-on-grade, radius walls, and multi-story residential and light-commercial exterior wall applications
• 16” o.c. design makes the system compatible with traditional construction materials
• Standard contoured and stucco-ready design versions give you building design
  flexibility
• Drainage plane with the standard contour design provides a natural pathway for moisture control

The Hobbs System is an engineered design, and provides engineering on a project basis.

• More than 2 years of engineering development, physical testing, and ongoing analysis has resulted in a superior ICF Wall System
• The composite value adds significant flexural strength as proven in the physical testing conducted by Iowa State University
• Each Hobbs Vertical ICF Wall System project includes an engineer’s stamp on each individual construction project