Insulated Concrete Form Monopour Installation

[@N8TheSnake]

Best detail video on ICF block construction I have seen to date. I hate it when so many channels in a given industry just gloss over the details. GIVE ME THE DETAILS. Thank you!

[@vern0312]

When someone said work smart not hard, you guys are definitely who they thought of. The speed and precision of your work is the best I've seen watching icf videos. Keep it up.

[@Boscovius]

This video is a valuable resource for anyone who is seriously contemplating an ICF build.

[@waydwnbama-way3089]

These guys don't mess around. If I were in their area I know who I'd be looking up.

[@FabFormIndustries]

They are always busy for obvious reasons!

[@butopiatoo]

BEST MONOPOUR VIDEO EVER. EXCEPT you didn't show us YOUR pour. CMON GUYS....

[@FabFormIndustries]

Haha. We are really pissed at that as well. We were not able to make the drive back up to site on the pour day, but everything went smooth!

[@butopiatoo]

@@FabFormIndustries this is a real confidence building video to watch for someone that hasn’t done this before. Just to see how all the pieces go together is great. That’s why seeing the real pour would have been interesting to compare to the older one I had seen before. Regardless a great video if you’re trying to do the monopour thing

[@TeslaRoadsterSpud]

You guys are freaken awesome! I wish there were thousands of videos like this online. I'm building my house now and wish it were done this way.

[@jellis1641]

You guys really rocked it! I have changed by whole approach to my basement to your way!!!

[@FabFormIndustries]

Awesome. If you have any questions you can get us anytime [e-mail] or [phone]

[@butopiatoo]

Watched again. Still wish they filmed the pour.

[@butopiatoo]

Watched again. Great detail.

[@coloradomountainman8659]

I'm sure this monopour install is practical in some instances, however after building foundations with ICF's since 1999, I'm not sold yet. Certainly not here in the high rockies of Colorado where almost every foundation has multiple footing elevation steps. How would these blocks work on a hillside foundation construct especially when the county requires the steps to "waterfall", as in continuous? Maybe it's that I'm am just an old geezer set in my ways, but I am always interested in new construction techniques.

[@FabFormIndustries]

Not at all! This system is definitely not for every build and not for every contractor. For the Monopour you want a relatively small layout, with a simple design and level excavation. For builds with multiple steps, corners, t's and jogs we would recommend pouring your footings first with Fastfoot and then stacking blocks. Give your old Geezer mind a break will ya! Thanks for your input.

[@nymincho]

So do you just backfill? And what about the inside slab, do you have a video of that?

[@MartyHuie]

A little bit of a product specific detailed question I'm looking at using quad lock it's first course sits on a metal channel, the metal channel would interfere with the fast footing foot, curious if you would think the fast footing foot just sit on the outside of the ICF and screws through the metal channel at the bottom, and then the plastic fastener would that be a problem it's just not flush. 14:29 with the wood strip going all the way around the base in my situation what I probably would do is take another wood strip and put it between the fast footing legs and another fast footing leg so that this wooo strip and plastic would all be flush around the exterior. Yet with as efficient as you guys are looking for your thoughts and a possible another solution Additional question, have you used ICF the fast footing with steps in it I don't mean walking steps I'm talking change of grade around the foundation perimeter and do you think it works well if you have

[@FabFormIndustries]

long story short, our Monopour system does not work with Quadlock. You need an ICF where the plastic ties are embedded into the ICF itself. Depending on the height of the ICF wall you can go this route; vancouvericf.com/mpStakedOverview Yes no issue with steps, it just needs to be a multiple of the height of the ICF blocks you are using; www.fab-form.com/fastfootMp/ecoHeritage.php

[@MartyHuie]

@@FabFormIndustries first of all, I want to thank you, well, you said something in your comment that really helped me out and make me further process this, talking about the plastic ties are in bedded. Quad lock does make that I found out yesterday it's called FS you have to request it and typically their website says around areas where you need additional nailer's. After sending this request/question to you, I did find this link always looking for additional thoughts, especially from experts, like yourself and people that take the time to share knowledge like yourself I commend anyone that shares knowledge thank you again so much. this video and link if from 12 years ago from what I can figure out. Even though they don't have the embedded tie, they put ties at the bottom so you could screw the legs into. I was trying to figure this all out. Still don't know if it works well. Yeah it looks like it works in the fast foot video. www.fab-form.com/fastfootMp/fastfootMpProjectHh.php

[@FabFormIndustries]

@@MartyHuie That was the first Monopour we did, and we would not do it again. Unlike every ICF out there, you must make your own corners instead of a machine doing it for pennies on the dollar. You must glue your bottom ties into the ICF, so that they do not pop out from the block until you attach your Fastfoot at the end of the build. It can be done, if Quadlock is your only option in your local market. Or you can go something like this method; vancouvericf.com/mpStakedOverview

[@chrism.8105]

Ok, why was big foot form stapled at 40" @ 14:12 and 44" @ 14:29? Was there a reason for the change? THanks

[@FabFormIndustries]

Most likely the footing increased in depth a couple inches over the excavation. It would be prudent to check for changes in depth and adjust attachment. You can see our calculator at the bottom of this page; www.fab-form.com/fastfootMp/fastfootMpInstallation.php

[@mcchupka9718]

Really impressive but where can you build the footer on-grade? Looks like Canada where the footer should be 4’ below grade on undisturbed soil due to freeze/thaw cycles and heaving.

[@jimmyfavereau]

great vid.. thank you !

[@aaronlambe9846]

What were the fasteners you used to hold the bagged board to the icf?

[@BolonaJoe]

How'd the pour go? We're designing a house now and would like to do everything in a single pour - if possible.

[@FabFormIndustries]

Pour went really well, but we were not able to get back up to site to film it.

[@butopiatoo]

@@FabFormIndustries thx for explaining. This was otherwise a great vid. Thx!!

[@berserker8316]

@@FabFormIndustries then don't waste our time

[@walterbrunswick]

@@berserker8316 get lost

[@justinb2374]

Neat to watch. I'm baffled by that laser level, how on earth does it work? Seems like it'd need a reference point to bounce the light off of.

[@hywing]

The receiver catches the laser beam

[@johnpalmer5131]

Has anyone used the monopour technique with fiber-reinforced concrete and not use steel rebar?

[@FabFormIndustries]

Yes lots of project using Helix instead of rebar. Makes the process much easier to align and adjust when you eliminate rebar; www.fab-form.com/fastfootMp/cirrusHomes.php

[@yellowsupra88]

Great video. What is the purpose of the straight "wedding joint" on each wall? Seems like it was extra work to make a weak spot.

[@FabFormIndustries]

In ICF construction you need to cut the blocks to achieve certain wall lengths, building in from corner to corner. If you have flexibility in the builds design you can eliminate this step, but on most builds you will have a "marriage line" or "common seam" on each wall.

[@yellowsupra88]

@@FabFormIndustries I can see that, but why not stagger the cuts like every other junction? This is the only time I've seen someone do it this way and I can't see any advantage, and quite a few disadvantages.

[@FabFormIndustries]

@@yellowsupra88 You can stager your joints if you are able to cut on one of the nodules of the ICF. But even if this is the case, it has to be directly in the middle between two webs. Otherwise the plastic webs will not line up. Leading to issues attaching drywall and bracing later on in certain areas.

[@yellowsupra88]

@@FabFormIndustries ah that makes sense! Thank you so much for responding

[@FabFormIndustries]

@@yellowsupra88 No problem! Get back to us anytime with your questions; [e-mail] [phone]

[@floydwilliams3321]

I’m a concrete guy that’s pretty cool stuff man

[@tdmallet]

They finished the video with a different job pour?

[@bryankeyes5552]

Now the tool belt ways more than the material used

[@NSResponder]

After seeing this, I don't get why anyone would bother setting conventional footer formwork ever again. I'lll admit to being nervous about the fastfoot staying attached to the ICFs, but it sure looks like they do the job.

[@Zack7228]

Absolutely amazing work! Thank you…

[@TheTrainstation]

These guys are great!

[@cpad007]

Those look like Nudura ICFs. True? All the ones I've seen have their name printed on the foam.

[@FabFormIndustries]

Yes this job used Nudura ICF, but the Monopour system works with all horizontal ICFs where the plastic web is embedded into the foam.

[@ToddBizCoach]

What manufacturer s ICF blocks are you using?

[@FabFormIndustries]

On this job it was Nudura. But any horizontal ICF where the webs are embedded into the foam will work

[@tyronewhyte499]

What kind of brace system is that?

[@FabFormIndustries]

That is our Zont ICF Bracing system. You can find more info here; www.fab-form.com/zontBracing/zontBracingOverview.php

[@rajabell3802]

Amazing video!!! when you pulled up the fast foot and screw into your ICF, how high did you go? i was a bit confued there, did you follow the 40 line all the way, because depending where you screw the fast foot into icf, the fatter or wider the footer is?

[@FabFormIndustries]

We have a calculator on our website that tells you where to attached the Fastfoot to the bottom of the ICF. This will change depending on the width/depth of your footing; www.fab-form.com/fastfootMp/fastfootMpInstallation.php

[@adamrichins1908]

Where can you get pricing and place orders for the Fastfoot?

[@FabFormIndustries]

Feel free to email us a set of your plans; [e-mail] and give us a call anytime with your questions 1-888-303-3278

[@darrellgeerlinks1562]

@@FabFormIndustries can you do this when skiing step footings?

[@michaelgandy]

Damn that looks like fun! Can't wait to try these products out in the future and make formwork a little more enjoyable

[@MrJamesIreland]

I'm going to try the fastfoot form on my next job. I don't know about the monopour for 8 - 10 foor walls, I just don't know if it would stick to the ground well enough to resist the braces pushing it out of line. Also, I use the plumwall braces which sit flush to the styrofoam, is there a technique to make them work, or is this just compatible with zont?

[@paulnovak833]

@@anonymousbyproxy8250 I'm pretty sure he knows this

[@FabFormIndustries]

We don't recommend using traditional steel braces with the Monopour system. The problem is adding all of that extra weight to the feet, and when you adjust the brace it will want to kick the bottom of the wall out. It has been done in the past, but we don't recommend it.

[@aaronlohr8477]

I have some greenhouse film. 0.6mm Can I just use that??

[@FabFormIndustries]

Potentially that could work

[@wherestia4353]

Do you think its possible to use icf for a small motel?

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

Absolutely yes.

[@joeschlotthauer840]

The feet should have channels for the rebar at 13:20...

[@ricknelson3607]

Great video

[@aaronlohr8477]

Good work boys.... are you twins?

[@kevincawann]

What ICF is that

[@FabFormIndustries]

This one is Nudura but any horizontal ICF will work with the system

[@kevinkevin9448]

Who sells the Fastfoot in Nj07604

[@FabFormIndustries]

www.fab-form.com/dealer.php If there is no one in your area we can ship to your door in 3-5 business days [e-mail] [phone]

[@peted6594]

What is that tool that shows the forms to be level? I want one! Also where can I take an ICF class near Minneapolis, Plymouth, or Bloomington MN? I want to build my own ICF addition.

[@anonymousbyproxy8250]

The device is called a rotary laser level, consist of a central station mounted on a tripod and a pole with the beeping detector mounted on it and sliding on the pole. In US Bosh units are most popular, a kit costs about 600 $. (But of course u can use a simple linear laser, or a transit device on a tripod or the hose method - all to be found on utube). If your addition is small, just use a clear hose of small diameter and enough wall to wall length.

[@mikeseaquest9246]

😉

[@joemurphy4517]

Build Block has online web webinare courses and videos.

[@mikeseaquest9246]

Very interesting

[@zanaevans7403]

Great looking job. This system is not for me. First off the soils on our job site is not that nice. Second it must be awful to square up the foundation. I'd rather just poor a conventional footing, run the water seal down off the footing. Have used fast foot before wasn't to impressed, it's great for the home owner who doesn't have form lumber.

[@FabFormIndustries]

Hey to each his own! Thanks for taking a chance on an odd product, we really appreciate it!

[@jonneumann2303]

We do that in less then a day the old fashion way. Hump panels in and set

[@michaelschneider-]

+1. .. Nice! .. Phatfoot (FabForm Industries) footers. .. yeah man! .. (2 different projects - WTF)

[@michaelschneider-]

@A H .. You have "code" on the brain. .. Who mentioned code? .. "GTF outta here..

[@FabFormIndustries]

We were too busy to film the concrete pour, so will be updating this video with a voiceover and concrete pour in the coming weeks. This is just to assist our customers that are working with the product right now.

[@pashad3681]

No too much work it's easier to add 2 inch insulation later and it's much cheaper

[@paulnovak833]

Cheaper? Not a chance