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Fire-tests to Mechanical Fasteners

EIFS Over the Decades

Ron Chelli

March 1, 2017

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The evolution of EIFS—from full-scale fire tests to mechanical fasteners.

Water Testing Stucco Over Foam

March 1, 2017

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With continuous insulation requirements, some matters have taken a while to be addressed. Here, the author addresses the TSIB's take on one.

Four W's: Optimizing Wall Performance with Continuous Insulation

JR Babineau

February 1, 2017

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Important questions to ask to help better understand the benefits of continuous insulation.

Finding an Insulation Solution to Fit Multiple Applications

New 55,000 square feet, modern Iowa city-based hotel, will gain high-performance insulation efficiencies by providing continuous insulation.

January 1, 2017

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In the fall of 2015, Rushton Sheet Metal, a contractor specializing in architectural sheet metal and wall panels, and Cities Edge Architects, a local architecture firm, began evaluating insulation products and solutions for a large hotel build in Iowa City, Iowa.

Managing Moisture by Using an Achilles Heel

Lucas Hamilton

September 1, 2016

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Lower rates of drying are presenting our industry with new challenges that cannot be neglected.

Can’t Stand the Heat? Use EIFS

September 1, 2016

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When figuring out the right system for buildings in hot climates, there is one solution to help with energy cost savings.

EnergyShield Ply Pro

Atlas Roofing

August 8, 2016

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EnergyShield Ply Pro is a Class A polyiso insulation bonded to plywood for commercial continuous wall insulation systems. The single component provides insulation, together with a fire-treated plywood substrate, that can be mechanically fastened to various installations and labor savings. It offers the highest R-value per inch of any rigid insulation.