Frank’s Theatre in York, PA
October 13th, 2009 | Project Showcase
One application where ICF’s are seeing both increased interest and use is in multiplex movie theaters. The sound attenuation qualities of an ICF wall assembly are outstanding; a perfect application for movie theaters. We’ve all been to those old theaters where you can actually hear the movie next door. Very annoying. ICF wall assemblies help to prevent that from being an issue, and it’s getting the attention of theater owners and patrons alike.
In York, PA, Frank Theatres has a 13-plex theatre under construction. Originally slated to start construction in the spring, the project finally got under way earlier this summer.
Designed by Tom Burdick of ADW Architects in North Carolina, this project has over 72,000 square feet of ICF wall, with some of the walls reaching 36’ in total height. The entire perimeter of the building, along with the separation walls between each theater, uses Reward’s 13” iForm. The building will have a combination brick/TAFS exterior. Also the design team took advantage of Reward’s ledge form, which provides a 4 ½” ledge for application of the brick veneer while maintaining a fully insulated wall assembly.
The contractor performing the install, Rubright Construction in Shoemakerville, PA, settled on Reward not only because of the competitive pricing but because of the depth and breadth of support services offered from Reward and its exclusive distributor, Construction Supply Centers of New Holland Concrete (CSC.) in New Holland, PA. The Reward/CSC team has worked closely with the architect during the design phase, and has been an integral part of the construction process. Reward sent its Field Application Specialist, Darryl U, to work with Rubright during the start of construction. Darryl helped Rubright, who had no previous ICF experience, learn the “ins and outs” of working with Reward ICFs. Darryl assisted in training Rubright’s crew, helping to improve their overall efficiencies.
“Darryl has been great to work with,” noted Todd Moore, Project Manager with Rubright. “He’s a real source of knowledge and information. He taught us a lot when he was here, and he’s been easy to reach on the phone when I have questions.”
CSC has provided almost daily support to the Rubright crew, providing material for the project on a tight schedule, and visiting several times a week to address questions and monitor progress. Chris Perez, Sales Representative with CSC, has maintained close contact with Rubright, providing both technical and field information as needed.
Rubright has made significant progress in constructing the walls for the project so farm and the GC for the project, Warfel Construction in Lancaster, PA, has been pleased with the progress. The delay in starting construction has put a time crunch on the project but they are quickly moving forward. As more trades are integrated into the construction phase, I will update this blog with information on how other subs (electricians, plumbers, etc.,) are faring.
-Article Submitted by Tom Reilly, Reward RSM Northeast US
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TimberLake Lodge
September 17th, 2009 | Project Showcase
Project
Timberlake Lodge
Grand Rapids, Minnesota
Overview
Timberlake Lodge, a destination hotel, in Grand Rapids built this 84-room, 3-story hotel with full amenities including a banquet hall, a large pool and sauna entertainment area, and full restaurant and bar.
The main reason for choosing Reward ICF’s was to accelerate the building schedule. With reducing material lead time, early occupancy was accomplished. Early occupancy, meant making money quicker for the owner.
Also by using Reward ICF’s for the interior partition walls they were able to use them as bearing walls for Hollow Core plank, experience increases in fire rating (4 hours), and demand a higher STC rating to improve guest experience.
No more staying the night and hearing the “argument” of the vacationing couple next door, or the partying of the fraternity group down the hall! ICFs are ideal for hotel and condo guest experience because of their ability to sound proof.
Challenges and Unique Install Techniques
For building the pool room ICFs were chosen for their mold resistant properties and ICF construction was able to continue through the winter without interruption.
Gable roof framing was also easily cutout and poured using Reward ICF’s and overall they were versatile enough for tall wall construction of 20’ to 54’ high.
Project Specs
42,640 Sq. Ft. of ICF wall
8,000 Reward Forms
Fiber Cement Board Siding
PreCast/Hollow-Core Plank Floors
All Interior Partition Walls
13” iForm = 8” poured concrete