A residential project in Doncaster, Victoria sought to achieve high insulation and reduced build time. ZEGO Insulated Concrete Forms provided a solution with their 200 Series HomeFORM system, which consisted of 45mm of foam insulation both internally and externally around a 100mm reinforced concrete core. This provided a total wall insulation of 90mm. As a result, heating and cooling costs were dramatically reduced by 50-80% as the insulated concrete walls maintained a constant temperature. The proprietary wall bracing system also allowed for a reduced build time through fewer materials and less labor, with only one concrete pour needed per floor level.

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2. The Challenge
 The brief for this residential project in Doncaster,
Victoria was a home that achieved high insulation
properties and a reduced build time. With an
appreciation for reinforced concrete homes, ZEGO
Insulated Concrete Forms was an ideal alternative wall
system that would assist with the energy efficiency of
the home whilst maintaining structural integrity.

3. The Solution
 The 200 Series HomeFORM which was used for the
project consists of 45mm of foam insulation on both
the internal and external walls, a total of 90mm of
insulation. This encapsulates a 100mm reinforced
concrete core for an overall wall thickness of 190mm

4. The result
 On completion of the project, the Builder/Owner
reported that the heating and cooling costs were
dramatically reduced to between 50-80%. During the
height of the Winter and Summer months, they were
able to switch off systems throughout the day with the
confidence that the ZEGO Insulated Concrete walls
would maintain the constant temperature throughout
the home.

5. The result
 The Builder/Owner also reported that a reduced build
time was achieved thanks to the Proprietary Wall
Bracing System. Reducing material handling and
labour costs, the bracing replaced labour on-site and
allowed for only one concrete pour per floor level.
Whilst the bracing appeared to be an additional
upfront cost, the Builder/Owner confirmed that cost
savings were achieved on the overall project due to
the speed and ease at which the walls were
constructed.

6. The result
 Multiple external elements, including brick façade and
sandstone panelling, were used to finish the residence.
The Builder/Owner confirmed that the rendering
process was straightforward, with the acrylic render of
a fine sand finish forming a dovetail shape in the
grooves and mechanically locking into the foam,
eliminating delamination.

7. For more information about
insulated reinforced concrete
built fast, mail us at
quotes@zego.com.au or call
us at 1300 13 9346.
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