CA2734664A1 - Water-proof insulated concrete forms - Google Patents
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A water-proof concrete form for efficiently eliminating water penetration within concrete forms that are used in foundation walls and the like. The forms generally include a first panel, a second panel, webbing retaining the panels in a spaced-apart relationship, and a waterproofing means applied in a prefabricated manner to an exterior surface of at least one of the panels. The waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of the peripheral edge of the panel and a second flap extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of the peripheral edge of the same panel. The first flap and the second flap are adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along the first end and a second mating modular concrete form along the second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
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WATER-PROOF INSULATED CONCRETE FORMS
The present invention relates generally to an insulated concrete form and more specifically it relates to a water-proof insulated concrete forms for efficiently providing a quality and cost effective method of water-proofing insulated concrete forms on foundation walls and the like and to eliminate water penetration through thereof.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Any discussion of the related art throughout the specification should in no way be considered as an admission that such related art is widely known or forms part of common general knowledge in the field.
Insulated concrete forms have been in use for years. Insulated concrete forms have generally been comprised of interlocking modular units which are dry-stacked and filled with concrete. The insulated concrete forms are generally utilized as formwork for concrete that remains in place in a building as permanent building insulation for reinforced concrete walls, floors and roofing.
After placement of the concrete forms, it is generally desired to apply a waterproofing membrane to the outer surface of the forms to prevent water from penetrating and subsequently damaging the forms. The time and labor required to cut and affix each section of waterproofing membrane upon the outer surface of the forms can be very extensive. This can lead to expensive costs for both the home owner and the installation crew.
The present invention relates generally to an insulated concrete form and more specifically it relates to a water-proof insulated concrete forms for efficiently providing a quality and cost effective method of water-proofing insulated concrete forms on foundation walls and the like and to eliminate water penetration through thereof.
BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION
Any discussion of the related art throughout the specification should in no way be considered as an admission that such related art is widely known or forms part of common general knowledge in the field.
Insulated concrete forms have been in use for years. Insulated concrete forms have generally been comprised of interlocking modular units which are dry-stacked and filled with concrete. The insulated concrete forms are generally utilized as formwork for concrete that remains in place in a building as permanent building insulation for reinforced concrete walls, floors and roofing.
After placement of the concrete forms, it is generally desired to apply a waterproofing membrane to the outer surface of the forms to prevent water from penetrating and subsequently damaging the forms. The time and labor required to cut and affix each section of waterproofing membrane upon the outer surface of the forms can be very extensive. This can lead to expensive costs for both the home owner and the installation crew.
In addition, inexperienced laborers can often times not precisely place the waterproofing membrane upon the forms and/or to adequately overlap the seams between the modular forms. This can lead to water penetrating through the gaps between the waterproofing membrane, thus penetrating the concrete forms and causing damage thereto. Because of the inherent problems with the related art, there is a need for a new and improved water-proof insulated concrete forms for efficiently creating a prefabricated water-proof insulated concrete form for efficiently providing a quality and cost effective method of water-proofing insulated concrete forms on foundation walls and the like and to eliminate water penetration through thereof.
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided a prefabricated water-proof concrete form, comprising:
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship; and a waterproofing means applied to an exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel, wherein said waterproofing means is applied in a prefabricated manner;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION
According to a first aspect of the invention there is provided a prefabricated water-proof concrete form, comprising:
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship; and a waterproofing means applied to an exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel, wherein said waterproofing means is applied in a prefabricated manner;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end to form a watertight seal between thereof;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a second flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
Preferably said first panel and said second panel are comprised of an insulated structure.
Preferably said first panel and said second panel are comprised of a foam structure.
Preferably said waterproofing means includes a membrane covering an entire said exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel.
Preferably said membrane is comprised of a tar membrane structure.
Preferably said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure.
Preferably said membrane has an inner layer film layer and an outer waterproofing layer.
Preferably said outer layer is comprised of a stucco textured material.
wherein said waterproofing means includes a second flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
Preferably said first panel and said second panel are comprised of an insulated structure.
Preferably said first panel and said second panel are comprised of a foam structure.
Preferably said waterproofing means includes a membrane covering an entire said exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel.
Preferably said membrane is comprised of a tar membrane structure.
Preferably said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure.
Preferably said membrane has an inner layer film layer and an outer waterproofing layer.
Preferably said outer layer is comprised of a stucco textured material.
Preferably said first flap and said second flap are integrally formed with said membrane.
Preferably said waterproofing means includes a spray coating covering an entire said exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel.
Preferably said first flap and said second flap each have an attachment surface upon an inner side.
Preferably said attachment surface is comprised of an adhesive.
According to a second aspect of the invention there is provided a prefabricated water-proof construction form, comprising:
a first construction panel;
a second construction panel;
a webbing retaining connected to interior surfaces of said first construction panel and said second construction panel and extending at least partially therebetween to maintain said first construction panel and said second construction panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel; and at least one flap extending outwardly from and entirely along at least one end of a peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel;
wherein said at least one flap has an adhesive attachment surface located on an inner side and wherein said at least one flap integrally extends from said membrane to retain a waterproof seal between thereof.
Preferably said at least one flap includes at least two flaps each 5 extending along a respective end of said peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel.
Preferably said at least one flap includes at least three flaps each extending along a respective end of said peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel.
Preferably said first construction panel and said second construction panel are comprised of an insulated foam structure.
Preferably said membrane has an inner layer film layer and an outer waterproofing layer.
Preferably said outer layer is comprised of a stucco textured material.
Preferably said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure.
According to a third aspect of the invention there is provided a prefabricated water-proof concrete form, comprising:
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
Preferably said waterproofing means includes a spray coating covering an entire said exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel.
Preferably said first flap and said second flap each have an attachment surface upon an inner side.
Preferably said attachment surface is comprised of an adhesive.
According to a second aspect of the invention there is provided a prefabricated water-proof construction form, comprising:
a first construction panel;
a second construction panel;
a webbing retaining connected to interior surfaces of said first construction panel and said second construction panel and extending at least partially therebetween to maintain said first construction panel and said second construction panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel; and at least one flap extending outwardly from and entirely along at least one end of a peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel;
wherein said at least one flap has an adhesive attachment surface located on an inner side and wherein said at least one flap integrally extends from said membrane to retain a waterproof seal between thereof.
Preferably said at least one flap includes at least two flaps each 5 extending along a respective end of said peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel.
Preferably said at least one flap includes at least three flaps each extending along a respective end of said peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel.
Preferably said first construction panel and said second construction panel are comprised of an insulated foam structure.
Preferably said membrane has an inner layer film layer and an outer waterproofing layer.
Preferably said outer layer is comprised of a stucco textured material.
Preferably said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure.
According to a third aspect of the invention there is provided a prefabricated water-proof concrete form, comprising:
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
wherein said first panel and said second panel are comprised of an insulated foam structure;
wherein said first panel and said second panel each include an interlocking system along a face of a peripheral edge to receive and secure mating concrete forms thereto;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first panel, wherein said waterproof membrane is applied in a prefabricated manner to an entire exterior surface of said first panel;
wherein said membrane has an inner layer film layer adjacent said exterior surface of said first panel and an outer waterproofing layer and wherein said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure;
a first waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said first flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said first flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof; and second waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said second flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said second flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof.
As described hereinafter, the arrangement described herein proves a system for efficiently providing a quality and cost effective method of water-proofing insulated concrete forms on foundation walls and the like and to eliminate water penetration through thereof. The invention generally relates to an insulated concrete form which includes a first panel, a second panel, webbing retaining the panels in a spaced-apart relationship, and a waterproofing means applied in a prefabricated manner to an exterior surface of at least one of the panels. The waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of the peripheral edge of the panel and a second flap extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of the peripheral edge of the same panel. The first flap and the second flap are adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along the first end and a second mating modular concrete form along the second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, some of the features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated.
There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and that will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction or to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of the description and should not be regarded as limiting.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Various other objects, features and attendant advantages of the present invention will become fully appreciated as the same becomes better understood when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference characters designate the same or similar parts throughout the several views, and wherein:
FIG. 1 is an upper perspective view of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a side view of the present invention.
wherein said first panel and said second panel each include an interlocking system along a face of a peripheral edge to receive and secure mating concrete forms thereto;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first panel, wherein said waterproof membrane is applied in a prefabricated manner to an entire exterior surface of said first panel;
wherein said membrane has an inner layer film layer adjacent said exterior surface of said first panel and an outer waterproofing layer and wherein said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure;
a first waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said first flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said first flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof; and second waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said second flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said second flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof.
As described hereinafter, the arrangement described herein proves a system for efficiently providing a quality and cost effective method of water-proofing insulated concrete forms on foundation walls and the like and to eliminate water penetration through thereof. The invention generally relates to an insulated concrete form which includes a first panel, a second panel, webbing retaining the panels in a spaced-apart relationship, and a waterproofing means applied in a prefabricated manner to an exterior surface of at least one of the panels. The waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of the peripheral edge of the panel and a second flap extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of the peripheral edge of the same panel. The first flap and the second flap are adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along the first end and a second mating modular concrete form along the second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
There has thus been outlined, rather broadly, some of the features of the invention in order that the detailed description thereof may be better understood, and in order that the present contribution to the art may be better appreciated.
There are additional features of the invention that will be described hereinafter and that will form the subject matter of the claims appended hereto. In this respect, before explaining at least one embodiment of the invention in detail, it is to be understood that the invention is not limited in its application to the details of construction or to the arrangements of the components set forth in the following description or illustrated in the drawings. The invention is capable of other embodiments and of being practiced and carried out in various ways. Also, it is to be understood that the phraseology and terminology employed herein are for the purpose of the description and should not be regarded as limiting.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS
Various other objects, features and attendant advantages of the present invention will become fully appreciated as the same becomes better understood when considered in conjunction with the accompanying drawings, in which like reference characters designate the same or similar parts throughout the several views, and wherein:
FIG. 1 is an upper perspective view of the present invention.
FIG. 2 is a side view of the present invention.
FIG. 3 is a top view of the present invention.
FIG. 4 is a magnified view of the bottom flap extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel.
FIG. 5 is a magnified view of the bottom flap extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel, showing an alternate embodiment of the membrane, wherein the membrane is comprised of a stucco structure.
FIG. 6 is a magnified view of the bottom flap extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel, showing an alternate embodiment of the membrane, wherein a spray coating is used for the body portion of the membrane.
FIG. 7 is an upper perspective view of a series of modular forms connected together and sealed in a watertight manner via the overlapping membrane flaps.
FIG. 8 is a side view of an alternate embodiment of the membrane.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
A. Overview.
Turning now descriptively to the drawings, in which similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views, FIGS. 1 through 8 illustrate a water-proof insulated concrete forms 10, which comprises a first panel 21, a second panel 24, webbing 30 retaining the panels 21, 24 in a spaced-apart relationship, and a waterproofing means applied in a prefabricated manner to an exterior surface 23 of at least one of the panels 21, 24. The waterproofing means generally includes a membrane having a first flap 44a extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a first end of the peripheral edge of the panel 21 and a second flap 44b extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a second end of the peripheral edge of the same panel 21. The first flap 44a and the second flap 44b are adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along 5 the first end and a second mating modular concrete form along the second end to form a watertight seal between thereof. Alternately, a third flap 44c may be formed and used along a third end of the panel 21 to form a water tight seal with a third mating concrete form.
B. Modular Form.
FIG. 4 is a magnified view of the bottom flap extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel.
FIG. 5 is a magnified view of the bottom flap extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel, showing an alternate embodiment of the membrane, wherein the membrane is comprised of a stucco structure.
FIG. 6 is a magnified view of the bottom flap extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel, showing an alternate embodiment of the membrane, wherein a spray coating is used for the body portion of the membrane.
FIG. 7 is an upper perspective view of a series of modular forms connected together and sealed in a watertight manner via the overlapping membrane flaps.
FIG. 8 is a side view of an alternate embodiment of the membrane.
DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION
A. Overview.
Turning now descriptively to the drawings, in which similar reference characters denote similar elements throughout the several views, FIGS. 1 through 8 illustrate a water-proof insulated concrete forms 10, which comprises a first panel 21, a second panel 24, webbing 30 retaining the panels 21, 24 in a spaced-apart relationship, and a waterproofing means applied in a prefabricated manner to an exterior surface 23 of at least one of the panels 21, 24. The waterproofing means generally includes a membrane having a first flap 44a extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a first end of the peripheral edge of the panel 21 and a second flap 44b extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a second end of the peripheral edge of the same panel 21. The first flap 44a and the second flap 44b are adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along 5 the first end and a second mating modular concrete form along the second end to form a watertight seal between thereof. Alternately, a third flap 44c may be formed and used along a third end of the panel 21 to form a water tight seal with a third mating concrete form.
B. Modular Form.
10 The modular forms 20 of the present invention are generally comprised of concrete forms that may be attached together via an interlocking system 27 to form a wall in which to receive and hold concrete. In the preferred embodiment, the modular forms 20 include a first panel 21 and a second panel 24 having substantially similar construction and each having peripheral edges that preferably align with each other.
The panels 21 are maintained in a spaced-apart and parallel relationship via a webbing 30. The webbing 30 is generally comprised of a plurality of separate structures spaced apart along a linear internal axis of the form 20 and each having a first mount 31 upon an interior surface 22 of a first panel 21, a second mount 32 along an interior surface 25 of the second panel 24, and a connecting structure 33 to connect the first mount 31 to the second mount 32 and also serve to support and strengthen the concrete poured between the first panel 21 and the second panel 24. The first mount 31 and the second mount 32, in addition to stabilizing the panels 21, serve as studs for attaching objects (e.g.
sheetrock) to the exterior surfaces 23, 26 of the panels 21. The webbing 30 is generally comprised of a plastic material and may have notches to allow for proper rebar placement.
The first panel 21 and the second panel 24 are preferably comprised of an insulated material and are further preferably comprised of an extruded polystyrene foam material.
The foam panels 21 and the webbing 30 are preferably prefabricated to a single modular form 20 prior to installation at the job-site.
Each of the panels 21 preferably include an interlocking system 27 surrounding an outer face of the peripheral edge of the panels 21. The interlocking system 27 allows for other modular forms to be easily attached and detached thereto to form the wall receiving the concrete in a building-block type manner. The interlocking system 27 of each form 20 preferably includes knobs 28a and recesses 28b which mate with a like structure of an adjacent form 20. The forms 20 are generally stacked in an overlapping manner. The knobs 28a and recesses 28b of the interlocking system 27 are generally only located at the top and bottom of the panels 21, wherein rigid interlocking grooves 29 are located along the longitudinal ends.
It is appreciated that the forms 20 utilized with the present invention may be comprised of various other embodiments, all which generally include at least a first panel 21. The panels 21 may comprise various other construction related materials and may be used for various supporting applications, similar to or different than concrete. In addition, the forms 20 may be uninsulated in various embodiments and applications of the present invention. The forms 20 may also be rectangular in shape, be shaped to fit a corner, or various other shapes may be appreciated.
C. Waterproofing Means.
The waterproofing means of the present invention is preferably applied to the exterior surface 23 of the panel(s) 21 in a prefabricated manner, such as during manufacturing of the forms 20, so that the waterproofing means is attached to a respective form 20 prior to installation. Generally, the waterproofing means includes a membrane 40 which includes a body portion 41 that is applied to the entire exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21 and a plurality of flaps 44a, 44b, 44c extending from the body portion 41 beyond the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 and the first panel 21 of the form 20 to attach to a mating concrete form and comprise a watertight seal between thereof. Thus, the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 matches and follows the peripheral edge of the exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21.
It is also appreciated that the membrane 40 may be applied to the exterior surface 26 of the second panel 24 in different applications; however it is generally only needed to apply waterproofing to the panel 21 being on the exterior of the foundation wall, above ground wall, or the like. The waterproofing means also provides increased insulation properties to the panels 21 as appreciated.
The panels 21 are maintained in a spaced-apart and parallel relationship via a webbing 30. The webbing 30 is generally comprised of a plurality of separate structures spaced apart along a linear internal axis of the form 20 and each having a first mount 31 upon an interior surface 22 of a first panel 21, a second mount 32 along an interior surface 25 of the second panel 24, and a connecting structure 33 to connect the first mount 31 to the second mount 32 and also serve to support and strengthen the concrete poured between the first panel 21 and the second panel 24. The first mount 31 and the second mount 32, in addition to stabilizing the panels 21, serve as studs for attaching objects (e.g.
sheetrock) to the exterior surfaces 23, 26 of the panels 21. The webbing 30 is generally comprised of a plastic material and may have notches to allow for proper rebar placement.
The first panel 21 and the second panel 24 are preferably comprised of an insulated material and are further preferably comprised of an extruded polystyrene foam material.
The foam panels 21 and the webbing 30 are preferably prefabricated to a single modular form 20 prior to installation at the job-site.
Each of the panels 21 preferably include an interlocking system 27 surrounding an outer face of the peripheral edge of the panels 21. The interlocking system 27 allows for other modular forms to be easily attached and detached thereto to form the wall receiving the concrete in a building-block type manner. The interlocking system 27 of each form 20 preferably includes knobs 28a and recesses 28b which mate with a like structure of an adjacent form 20. The forms 20 are generally stacked in an overlapping manner. The knobs 28a and recesses 28b of the interlocking system 27 are generally only located at the top and bottom of the panels 21, wherein rigid interlocking grooves 29 are located along the longitudinal ends.
It is appreciated that the forms 20 utilized with the present invention may be comprised of various other embodiments, all which generally include at least a first panel 21. The panels 21 may comprise various other construction related materials and may be used for various supporting applications, similar to or different than concrete. In addition, the forms 20 may be uninsulated in various embodiments and applications of the present invention. The forms 20 may also be rectangular in shape, be shaped to fit a corner, or various other shapes may be appreciated.
C. Waterproofing Means.
The waterproofing means of the present invention is preferably applied to the exterior surface 23 of the panel(s) 21 in a prefabricated manner, such as during manufacturing of the forms 20, so that the waterproofing means is attached to a respective form 20 prior to installation. Generally, the waterproofing means includes a membrane 40 which includes a body portion 41 that is applied to the entire exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21 and a plurality of flaps 44a, 44b, 44c extending from the body portion 41 beyond the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 and the first panel 21 of the form 20 to attach to a mating concrete form and comprise a watertight seal between thereof. Thus, the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 matches and follows the peripheral edge of the exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21.
It is also appreciated that the membrane 40 may be applied to the exterior surface 26 of the second panel 24 in different applications; however it is generally only needed to apply waterproofing to the panel 21 being on the exterior of the foundation wall, above ground wall, or the like. The waterproofing means also provides increased insulation properties to the panels 21 as appreciated.
The membrane 40 is generally comprised of a tar membrane structure and has an outer layer 42 and an inner layer 43. The outer layer 42 is preferably comprised of a 56 mil thick polymeric waterproofing structure and the inner layer 43, which underlies the outer layer 42, is preferably comprised of a 4 mil thick gross laminated polyethylene carrier film 46. The outer layer 42 and the inner layer 43 are laminated together under a quality-controlled production process and subsequently added to the first panel 21 under adequate heat after the form 20 leaves the mold.
The excess membrane 40 extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel forms the waterproof flaps 44a, 44b, 44c which will be described in the next section.
The described materials are meant to be utilized in below-ground applications, such as a basement foundation. It is appreciated that various thicknesses and types of materials may be utilized rather than the preferred embodiment.
For instance, in an alternate above ground embodiment of the present invention, wherein the outer layer 42 is generally visible, the outer layer 42 may be comprised of a more finished appearance that would be suitable for the outside of a building. One example of a finished outer layer 42 is a texture similar to stucco for the outer layer 42. A protective film 48 that can be pulled off at the end of the construction to prevent damage to the finished appearance is also generally used.
Various colors may also be appreciated with the outer layer 42.
The inner layer 43 also generally is comprised of a type of adhesive that retains the membrane 40 to the first panel 21 over a prolonged period and is especially suited for being affixed to the foam type materials. The body portion 41 and the first panel 21 are then maintained in a parallel relationship with the planar body portion 41 being tightly affixed to the exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21 of the form 20 via the inner layer 43.
Alternately, the body portion 41 of the waterproofing means may comprise a spray coating 50 that is applied to the exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21 of the form 20. Like the membrane 40, the coating 50 is comprised of a waterproof composition to prevent water from penetrating the first panel 21 through the coating 50. The membrane 40 and/or the coating 50 may also be comprised of thermo seal structures in addition to the waterproofing capabilities.
D. Flaps.
The waterproofing means also includes flaps 44a, 44b extending from the first end of the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 of the membrane 40 and/or coating 50 and extending from the second end of the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 of the membrane 40 and/or coating 50. The flaps 44a, 44b are generally integral with the membrane 40 to provide a one-piece structure and thus a watertight seal between the flaps 44a, 44b and the membrane 40. In the case of the coating 50, the flaps 44a, 44b are also generally sealed to the coating 50 in a watertight manner to prevent any water penetration between the connecting point of the flaps 44a, 44b and the coating 50.
The flaps 44a, 44b extend outwardly from the peripheral edge of the first panel 21 of the form 20 both entirely along a first end of the form 20 and entirely along a second end of the form 20. The first end and the second end may be comprised of various ends; however it is appreciated that the first end is generally one of the vertically oriented ends (along opposing longitudinal ends) and the second end is preferably a horizontally oriented end (along opposing top and bottom ends), thus being adapted to efficiently seal all seams between mating forms 20. A
5 third flap 44c may also be utilized to extend from a third end of the first panel 21 (opposite the first end) and seal a seam defined by a third mating structure.
Each of the flaps 44a, 44b, 44c generally includes an attachment surface 45 which is integral with the inner layer 43 of the membrane 40 and also have the integral outer surface, which can be of the various described materials 10 (below ground and above ground applications). The attachment surface 45 is preferably comprised of a waterproof adhesive material to be adhered to a mating form. The attachment surface 45 generally has a removable film 46 thereon that protects the attachment surface 45 from engagement with foreign objects prior to installation and attachment with the mating form.
The excess membrane 40 extending from the peripheral edge of the first panel forms the waterproof flaps 44a, 44b, 44c which will be described in the next section.
The described materials are meant to be utilized in below-ground applications, such as a basement foundation. It is appreciated that various thicknesses and types of materials may be utilized rather than the preferred embodiment.
For instance, in an alternate above ground embodiment of the present invention, wherein the outer layer 42 is generally visible, the outer layer 42 may be comprised of a more finished appearance that would be suitable for the outside of a building. One example of a finished outer layer 42 is a texture similar to stucco for the outer layer 42. A protective film 48 that can be pulled off at the end of the construction to prevent damage to the finished appearance is also generally used.
Various colors may also be appreciated with the outer layer 42.
The inner layer 43 also generally is comprised of a type of adhesive that retains the membrane 40 to the first panel 21 over a prolonged period and is especially suited for being affixed to the foam type materials. The body portion 41 and the first panel 21 are then maintained in a parallel relationship with the planar body portion 41 being tightly affixed to the exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21 of the form 20 via the inner layer 43.
Alternately, the body portion 41 of the waterproofing means may comprise a spray coating 50 that is applied to the exterior surface 23 of the first panel 21 of the form 20. Like the membrane 40, the coating 50 is comprised of a waterproof composition to prevent water from penetrating the first panel 21 through the coating 50. The membrane 40 and/or the coating 50 may also be comprised of thermo seal structures in addition to the waterproofing capabilities.
D. Flaps.
The waterproofing means also includes flaps 44a, 44b extending from the first end of the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 of the membrane 40 and/or coating 50 and extending from the second end of the peripheral edge of the body portion 41 of the membrane 40 and/or coating 50. The flaps 44a, 44b are generally integral with the membrane 40 to provide a one-piece structure and thus a watertight seal between the flaps 44a, 44b and the membrane 40. In the case of the coating 50, the flaps 44a, 44b are also generally sealed to the coating 50 in a watertight manner to prevent any water penetration between the connecting point of the flaps 44a, 44b and the coating 50.
The flaps 44a, 44b extend outwardly from the peripheral edge of the first panel 21 of the form 20 both entirely along a first end of the form 20 and entirely along a second end of the form 20. The first end and the second end may be comprised of various ends; however it is appreciated that the first end is generally one of the vertically oriented ends (along opposing longitudinal ends) and the second end is preferably a horizontally oriented end (along opposing top and bottom ends), thus being adapted to efficiently seal all seams between mating forms 20. A
5 third flap 44c may also be utilized to extend from a third end of the first panel 21 (opposite the first end) and seal a seam defined by a third mating structure.
Each of the flaps 44a, 44b, 44c generally includes an attachment surface 45 which is integral with the inner layer 43 of the membrane 40 and also have the integral outer surface, which can be of the various described materials 10 (below ground and above ground applications). The attachment surface 45 is preferably comprised of a waterproof adhesive material to be adhered to a mating form. The attachment surface 45 generally has a removable film 46 thereon that protects the attachment surface 45 from engagement with foreign objects prior to installation and attachment with the mating form.
15 E. Operation of Preferred Embodiment.
In use, the modular forms 20 are stacked in a preferred manner to comprise a wall to receive concrete therein. As the forms 20 are stacked, the removable film 46 from each flaps 44a, 44b is removed when a mating form(s) extends along an entire end of the form 20 having the flap 44a, 44b. The film 46 is removed and the attachment surface 45 of the flap 44a, 44b is adhered to the parallel and coplanar first panel of the mating form thus effectively creating a watertight seal between the forms over the seams.
In use, the modular forms 20 are stacked in a preferred manner to comprise a wall to receive concrete therein. As the forms 20 are stacked, the removable film 46 from each flaps 44a, 44b is removed when a mating form(s) extends along an entire end of the form 20 having the flap 44a, 44b. The film 46 is removed and the attachment surface 45 of the flap 44a, 44b is adhered to the parallel and coplanar first panel of the mating form thus effectively creating a watertight seal between the forms over the seams.
Unless otherwise defined, all technical and scientific terms used herein have the same meaning as commonly understood by one of ordinary skill in the art to which this invention belongs. Although methods and materials similar to or equivalent to those described herein can be used in the practice or testing of the present invention, suitable methods and materials are described above. All publications, patent applications, patents, and other references mentioned herein are incorporated by reference in their entirety to the extent allowed by applicable law and regulations. In case of conflict, the present specification, including definitions, will control. The present invention may be embodied in other specific forms without departing from the spirit or essential attributes thereof, and it is therefore desired that the present embodiment be considered In all respects as illustrative and not restrictive. Any headings utilized within the description are for convenience only and have no legal or limiting effect.
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1. A prefabricated water-proof concrete form, comprising:
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship; and a waterproofing means applied to an exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel, wherein said waterproofing means is applied in a prefabricated manner;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end to form a watertight seal between thereof;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a second flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship; and a waterproofing means applied to an exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel, wherein said waterproofing means is applied in a prefabricated manner;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a first flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end to form a watertight seal between thereof;
wherein said waterproofing means includes a second flap extending outwardly therefrom and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel and/or second panel;
wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end to form a watertight seal between thereof.
2. The prefabricated form of Claim 1, wherein said first panel and said second panel are comprised of an insulated structure.
3. The prefabricated form of Claim 2, wherein said first panel and said second panel are comprised of a foam structure.
4. The prefabricated form of any one of Claims 1 to 3, wherein said waterproofing means includes a membrane covering an entire said exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel.
5. The prefabricated form of Claim 4, wherein said membrane is comprised of a tar membrane structure.
6. The prefabricated form of Claim 4, wherein said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure.
7. The prefabricated form of Claim 4, wherein said membrane has an inner layer film layer and an outer waterproofing layer.
8. The prefabricated form of Claim 7, wherein said outer layer is comprised of a stucco textured material.
9. The prefabricated form of Claim 4, wherein said first flap and said second flap are integrally formed with said membrane.
10. The prefabricated form of any one of Claims 1 to 9, wherein said waterproofing means includes a spray coating covering an entire said exterior surface of said first panel and/or said second panel.
11. The prefabricated form of any one of Claims 1 to 10, wherein said first flap and said second flap each have an attachment surface upon an inner side.
12. The prefabricated form of Claim 11, wherein said attachment surface is comprised of an adhesive.
13. A prefabricated water-proof construction form, comprising:
a first construction panel;
a second construction panel;
a webbing retaining connected to interior surfaces of said first construction panel and said second construction panel and extending at least partially therebetween to maintain said first construction panel and said second construction panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel; and at least one flap extending outwardly from and entirely along at least one end of a peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel;
wherein said at least one flap has an adhesive attachment surface located on an inner side and wherein said at least one flap integrally extends from said membrane to retain a waterproof seal between thereof.
a first construction panel;
a second construction panel;
a webbing retaining connected to interior surfaces of said first construction panel and said second construction panel and extending at least partially therebetween to maintain said first construction panel and said second construction panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel; and at least one flap extending outwardly from and entirely along at least one end of a peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel;
wherein said at least one flap has an adhesive attachment surface located on an inner side and wherein said at least one flap integrally extends from said membrane to retain a waterproof seal between thereof.
14. The prefabricated form of Claim 13, wherein said at least one flap includes at least two flaps each extending along a respective end of said peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel.
15. The prefabricated form of Claim 13, wherein said at least one flap includes at least three flaps each extending along a respective end of said peripheral edge of said first construction panel and/or second construction panel.
16. The prefabricated form of any one of Claims 13 to 15, wherein said first construction panel and said second construction panel are comprised of an insulated foam structure.
17. The prefabricated form of any one of Claims 13 to 16, wherein said membrane has an inner layer film layer and an outer waterproofing layer.
18. The prefabricated form of Claim 17, wherein said outer layer is comprised of a stucco textured material.
19. The prefabricated form of any one of Claims 13 to 18, wherein said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure.
20. A prefabricated water-proof concrete form, comprising:
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
wherein said first panel and said second panel are comprised of an insulated foam structure;
wherein said first panel and said second panel each include an interlocking system along a face of a peripheral edge to receive and secure mating concrete forms thereto;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first panel, wherein said waterproof membrane is applied in a prefabricated manner to an entire exterior surface of said first panel;
a first modular concrete form having a first panel, a second panel, and a webbing retaining said first panel and said second panel in a spaced-apart relationship;
wherein said first panel and said second panel are comprised of an insulated foam structure;
wherein said first panel and said second panel each include an interlocking system along a face of a peripheral edge to receive and secure mating concrete forms thereto;
a waterproof membrane applied to an exterior surface of said first panel, wherein said waterproof membrane is applied in a prefabricated manner to an entire exterior surface of said first panel;
21 wherein said membrane has an inner layer film layer adjacent said exterior surface of said first panel and an outer waterproofing layer and wherein said membrane is comprised of a thermoseal membrane structure;
a first waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said first flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said first flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof; and second waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said second flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said second flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
a first waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a first end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said first flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said first flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
wherein said first flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a first mating modular concrete form along said first end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof; and second waterproof flap integral with said waterproof membrane and extending outwardly from and entirely along a second end of said peripheral edge of said first panel;
wherein said second flap has an adhesive surface upon an entire inner side;
wherein said second flap has a removable film to temporarily cover said adhesive surface;
22 wherein said second flap is adapted to overlap a seam formed by a second mating modular concrete form along said second end and adhesively attach thereto to form a watertight seal between thereof.
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