On June 7, the NFPA Fire Test Committee is set to vote on a revision that would effectively change the NFPA Standard 285 (multi-story fire test for exterior walls). A proposed amendment will require a new … Read more
If you missed the cover story from our last edition of EIFS Briefs, here is a recap. The International Code Council has determined that flame retardants are to remain in foam insulation. The ruling … Read more
In a recent article, from the Pennsylvania Building Officials Conference, author Jesse J. Beitel discusses fire safety as it pertains to the foam plastic insulation in buildings with high energy performance numbers. One of … Read more
For many years, opponents of foam insulation have been attempting to find a way to eliminate it since these opponents have claimed that its contents were detrimental to human and animal health. They have used … Read more
Each May, the International Code Council (ICC) promotes Building Safety Month to help businesses and families understand what it takes to build a safe and sustainable building. This campaign is intended to generate awareness, and … Read more
