Omaha, Nebraska-based Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) manufacturer Fox Blocks announced this week a strategic partnership with Helix Steel, which manufactures Twisted Steel Micro Rebar (TSMR), a three-dimensional concrete reinforcement solution.
Fox Blocks said in a press release that incorporating Helix Steel TSMR in their structures will shorten construction schedules and achieve sustainability objectives for their customers.
Over the past year, teams from Fox Blocks and Helix Steel have collaborated from a design and engineering perspective, culminating in Helix Steel TSMR being supplied with Fox Blocks Insulated Concrete Forms across the entire Fox Blocks dealer network.
"The combination of Fox Blocks ICF and Helix Steel allows us deliver more resilient, durable and sustainable concrete structures to our customer base," said Mike Kennaw, VP of Fox Blocks. "By including Helix Steel TSMR in our wall, slab and footing designs, our customers will realize the benefits of increased shear capacity, 3-dimensional concrete reinforcement and achieve elevated FEMA ratings for hurricane and tornadic activity. This Alliance empowers our partner network to deliver these industry leading solutions."