Continuous Insulation Finish Systems
Sponsored by Master Wall Inc.® and Omega Products International
Learning Objectives:
- Explore the advantages for the exterior envelope of continuous insulation, air and moisture barrier (A&MB) and moisture drainage.
- Describe how stucco CI claddings and exterior insulated finish systems meet energy code requirements for continuous insulation and air barrier requirements.
- Discuss how CI is applied and how the A&MB may be compromised.
- Explain how EIFS is a viable alternative to stucco CI.
Credits:
As an IACET Accredited Provider, BNP Media offers IACET CEUs for its learning events that comply with the ANSI/IACET Continuing Education and Training Standard.
This test is no longer available for credit
This course will discuss the advantages of continuous insulation systems, energy efficiency and provide a comparison between traditional three-coat stucco over continuous insulation (CI) to exterior insulated finish systems (EIFS).
Terry Kastner began his career in construction in 1983 as a Union Carpenter & Drywall Installer. In 1995, he continued in construction as a Project Manager and Estimator for a nationwide Drywall specialty contractor. In 2007, Terry came on board to the Northwest Wall and Ceiling Bureau as their Technical Consultant and continues in that position today. |
Originally published in March 2017