Lite-Form
Founded in 1986, LiteForm is the oldest Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) manufacturer in North America. It produces patented folding ICF wall systems plus complementary deck, rebar, insulation, and foundation products for residential builders, commercial contractors, and architects. The company operates as a brand under Tremco CPG Inc.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded1986
- HeadquartersSouth Sioux City, United States
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Lite-Form does
LiteForm, founded in 1986 by Pat Boeshart in South Sioux City, Nebraska, is the oldest Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) manufacturer in North America. The company operates as a brand under Tremco CPG Inc., a subsidiary of the publicly traded RPM International conglomerate. With a workforce of 11-50 employees and 38 years of continuous operation, LiteForm serves residential builders, commercial contractors, architects, and homeowners across North America through direct factory sales, regional lumber dealers, and retail channels including Menards.
The company's core technology is its patented folding ICF system, which uses expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam panels joined by proprietary polypropylene hinge ties. This folding architecture allows pre-assembled ICF blocks to flatten for shipping, reducing transport footprint and job site space by 55% and enabling 7,700 sq ft of wall forms per truckload versus 3,500 sq ft for non-folding competitors. LiteForm's 8-product portfolio extends well beyond the core ICF block: LiteDeck provides elevated concrete floor/roof/deck systems with clearspans up to 60 feet; LiteBar GFRP rebar delivers 126 ksi tensile strength (2x Grade 60 steel) with ICC approval; FlexxBoard25 offers high-density EPS insulation at 15-20% lower cost than XPS alternatives; LiteForm Tilt provides patented tilt-up construction forms; LiteFoot enables frost-protected shallow foundations; LiteStake offers composite forming stakes; and LiteFill serves as lightweight EPS structural fill. The ecosystem is supported by accessories including SurTie rebar tying tools, LiteStand rebar chairs, Tytan foam adhesive, scaffold brackets, and turnbuckles, plus an online ICF Estimator tool.
LiteForm generates revenue through hardware sales of its ICF systems and related construction products under a quote-based pricing model with no public price disclosure. The company pursues a sales-led go-to-market motion with direct customer engagement, architect-targeted technical resources (CAD details, BIM/Sketchup files, design guides), and a digital presence spanning its website, YouTube installation videos, and social channels (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter/X). Customers include long-tenured enterprise contractors such as Prenger Construction (35+ year relationship) and Blueline Construction (50+ projects), commercial end-users including Hobby Lobby retail stores and CENEX gas stations, and individual homeowners undertaking residential concrete projects.
Lite-Form firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Lite-Form
- Legal name
- Tremco CPG Inc.
- Website
- https://liteform.com/
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 1986
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Founded in 1986, LiteForm is the oldest Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) manufacturer in North America. It produces patented folding ICF wall systems plus complementary deck, rebar, insulation, and foundation products for residential builders, commercial contractors, and architects. The company operates as a brand under Tremco CPG Inc.
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- akta.pro rank
Lite-Form industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Insulated Concrete Forms and Construction Building Materials
- NAICS
- Cement and Concrete Product Manufacturing (3273)
- SIC
- Concrete Products, Except Block & Brick (3272)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Facade & Cladding Systems (Rainscreens, Panels, EIFS, Siding) (IMAFAMAB)
- akta.pro secondary industry
- Foundations & Geotechnical Works (Piles, Anchors, Ground Improvement) (EUAMAFAB)
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Where Lite-Form is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- South Sioux City
- HQ country
- United States
- HQ region
- North America
Offices2 records
Markets served
Lite-Form business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- ICF Product Sales: LiteForm generates revenue through manufacturing and selling insulated concrete form systems and related construction products. Products include LiteForm ICF blocks, LiteDeck systems, LiteBar GFRP rebar, FlexxBoard25 foam boards, LiteForm Tilt, LiteFoot, LiteStake, and accessories. Sales are made directly and through dealer networks.
- Custom/Project-Based Sales: Products are sold for specific construction projects with custom sizing requirements. LiteForm provides quotes based on project specifications and concrete volume calculations.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Quote-based pricing for construction products |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels6 records
Lite-Form product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Lite-Form manufactures folding, preassembled Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) systems and a comprehensive portfolio of related construction products for energy-efficient residential, commercial, and safety structures. The company's core offering centers on LiteForm ICF wall forms with patented folding technology that reduces shipping footprint by 55%, complemented by LiteDeck elevated concrete systems, LiteBar GFRP rebar, FlexxBoard25 EPS insulation, LiteForm Tilt tilt-up panels, LiteFoot frost-protected foundations, LiteStake forming stakes, and LiteFill structural fill, supported by installation accessories and an online ICF Estimator tool.
Product overview
LiteForm is the oldest Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) manufacturer in North America, established in 1986 in South Sioux City, Nebraska. The company specializes in manufacturing folding, preassembled ICF systems and a comprehensive portfolio of related construction products for environmentally-conscious residential, commercial, and safety structures. The core product line centers on LiteForm ICF wall forms with patented folding technology, complemented by LiteDeck (elevated concrete floor/roof/deck systems in Steel Rib and Wood Rib variants), LiteBar GFRP rebar for concrete reinforcement, and FlexxBoard25 EPS foam board insulation. Additional products include LiteForm Tilt for tilt-up construction, LiteFoot frost-protected shallow foundations, LiteStake forming stakes, and LiteFill structural fill. The ecosystem is supported by accessories including SurTie rebar tying tools, LiteStand rebar chairs, Tytan foam adhesive, scaffold brackets, and turnbuckles. The company also provides an online ICF Estimator tool for project calculations.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Products and services
- LiteForm ICF Pre-assembled insulating concrete forms (ICF) for walls, featuring patented folding technology that reduces shipping footprint by 55% and accommodates concrete walls from 4 to 12 inches thick with R-23 insulation value, designed for residential, commercial, and safety structures.
- LiteDeck Lightweight insulating formwork system for elevated concrete applications including floors, roofs, and decks. Available in Steel Rib System (SRS) with 18-gauge galvanneal components and Wood Rib System (WRS) using 2x6 lumber, with custom lengths up to 40 feet and clearspans up to 60 feet.
- LiteBar Glass Fiber Reinforced Polymer (GFRP) rebar for concrete reinforcement, offering 2x the tensile strength of steel (126 ksi for 1/2 inch bar vs. 60 ksi Grade 60 steel) while being lightweight, rust-free, and non-conductive. ICC approved (ESR4232).
- FlexxBoard25 High-density Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) foam board insulation designed to bond to concrete, prevent frost heaving, and reduce concrete cracking. Available in 4'x8' sheets, 2 inches thick, with R-4.5 per inch and 47 psi compressive strength.
- LiteForm Tilt Patented insulated concrete form system for tilt-up construction, featuring expanded polystyrene panels and 18-gauge steel attachment rails. Provides nominal R-30 insulating value and supports walls over 60 feet tall in standard widths of 2 or 4 feet with custom lengths of 40 feet or more.
- LiteFoot Frost Protected Shallow Foundation (FPSF) system designed to prevent frost heaving in cold climates. Available in 8-foot sections as assembled or knock-down units, reducing excavation costs and heating bills by 10-20%.
- LiteStake Lightweight concrete forming stakes made from composite material at approximately 1/3 the weight of steel, non-conductive, non-corrosive, and heat resistant. Available in 18-inch and 24-inch lengths and can be cut to custom lengths on-site.
- LiteFill Lightweight Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) structural fill for construction applications including retaining walls, parking structures, foundations, berms, embankments, and green roofs. Custom sizes and densities available.
- SurTie Cordless rebar tying tool (ZKZ-40A) that reduces tying time to 0.8 seconds per tie with consistent tie strength, featuring one-hand operation and lithium-ion battery power.
- Tytan Foam Adhesive Professional foam bond adhesive with 60-second adhesion, foam-safe and solvent-free formula providing a strong bond for wood, metal, foam, and concrete without degrading XPS and EPS foams.
Quantifiable outcome
- Up to 50% savings on heating and cooling costs compared to wood-frame houses
- +5 more outcomes
Companies that use Lite-Form
Customer profileNamed customers5 records
Segments4 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Lite-Form technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature9 records
Lite-Form partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Tremco CPG Inc.coreLiteForm is a brand under Tremco CPG Inc. The company operates as part of the Tremco Construction Products Group, which encompasses various construction material brands.
Scale indicators5 records
Recent moves6 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Lite-Form competitors and assessment
Company assessmentDirect peers
- Fox Blocks (Airlite Plastics & Engineering): Fox Blocks is one of the largest ICF wall form manufacturers in North America, offering rigid block ICF systems for residential and commercial construction. Directly comparable to LiteForm on product category (ICF walls), customer base (builders/contractors/architects), and distribution model.
- Nudura (Cornerstone Building Brands): Nudura is a leading ICF manufacturer producing insulated concrete wall forms with patented foam panel and folding/shipping innovations. Direct competitor on ICF wall systems, with a similar product-line breadth across residential and commercial construction.
- BuildBlock Building Systems: BuildBlock manufactures ICF wall forms and related accessories for residential, commercial, and institutional projects across North America. Direct peer — same product category, same target customer (builders and architects), and similar sales-led GTM via dealer networks.
- Quad-Lock Building Systems: Quad-Lock is an established ICF manufacturer with plastic-tied expanded polystyrene forms for walls and structures. Direct competitor in ICF wall systems with comparable product positioning and an overlapping dealer distribution model.
- Logix ICF (Logix Brands): Logix ICF manufactures insulated concrete forms for residential and commercial buildings, including wall, floor, and roof systems. Direct peer offering similar ICF product category with comparable customer base and technical specifications.
- Amvic (Amvic Inc.): Amvic produces ICF wall forms as well as EPS insulation and radiant floor panels, giving it a comparable product portfolio to LiteForm's ICF plus FlexxBoard/LiteDeck family. Direct competitor in ICF walls and an adjacent peer in EPS rigid foam insulation.
Others
- Tremco CPG Inc. Tremco Construction Products Group is the parent organization that owns LiteForm as a brand, alongside other construction-product brands in sealing, waterproofing, and weatherproofing. Comparable as a sibling-brand owner with overlapping building envelope/channel exposure.
- RPM International: RPM International is the publicly traded parent of Tremco CPG and LiteForm, with a portfolio of specialty coatings, sealants, and building materials. Indirectly comparable as the umbrella conglomerate that defines LiteForm's strategic and capital context.
Broad incumbents
- Owens Corning: Owens Corning is a large, publicly traded building materials manufacturer with insulation, roofing, and wall systems, including foam insulation that competes with LiteForm's FlexxBoard25. Broad incumbent with adjacent product overlap rather than direct ICF competition.
- Atlas Roofing Corporation: Atlas Roofing manufactures rigid foam insulation boards (XPS and EPS) used in walls, foundations, and roofs, overlapping with LiteForm's FlexxBoard25 and LiteFoot product lines. Broad incumbent in insulation with comparable wall/foundation applications.
Market position
Strengths5 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat5 records
Key risks5 records
Key highlights7 records
Customer concentration
Lite-Form social profiles
Digital presenceLite-Form financial estimates
Financial estimateRevenue estimate
Valuation estimate
Lite-Form leadership team
Management profileNumber of profiles
Profiles1 record
Lite-Form funding detail
Funding detailFunding overview
Funding rounds
Investors
Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Lite-Form M&A and investment
M&A and investmentM&A
Investments
M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →
Frequently asked questions about Lite-Form
What does Lite-Form do?
Lite-Form manufactures folding, preassembled Insulated Concrete Form (ICF) systems and a comprehensive portfolio of related construction products for energy-efficient residential, commercial, and safety structures. The company's core offering centers on LiteForm ICF wall forms with patented folding technology that reduces shipping footprint by 55%, complemented by LiteDeck elevated concrete systems, LiteBar GFRP rebar, FlexxBoard25 EPS insulation, LiteForm Tilt tilt-up panels, LiteFoot frost-protected foundations, LiteStake forming stakes, and LiteFill structural fill, supported by installation accessories and an online ICF Estimator tool.
Is Lite-Form a public or private company?
Lite-Form is a private company. It is classified as corporate owned and is currently operating.
When was Lite-Form founded?
Lite-Form was founded in 1986. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Lite-Form based?
Lite-Form is headquartered in South Sioux City, United States, in the North America region.
How does Lite-Form make money?
Two revenue lines are on record. ICF Product Sales are the primary driver. The others are custom/Project-Based Sales.
Who are Lite-Form's main competitors?
Direct peers on record are Fox Blocks (Airlite Plastics & Engineering), Nudura (Cornerstone Building Brands), BuildBlock Building Systems, Quad-Lock Building Systems, Logix ICF (Logix Brands) and Amvic (Amvic Inc.). Others are Tremco CPG Inc. and RPM International. Broad incumbents are Owens Corning and Atlas Roofing Corporation.
Does Lite-Form have an API?
No public API is recorded for Lite-Form.
What industry is Lite-Form in?
Lite-Form's product category is Insulated Concrete Forms and Construction Building Materials. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMAFAMAB, Facade & Cladding Systems (Rainscreens, Panels, EIFS, Siding), with a secondary code of EUAMAFAB, Foundations & Geotechnical Works (Piles, Anchors, Ground Improvement). Its NAICS code is 3273 and its SIC code is 3272.