EIMA Requests Interpretation from ICC on EIFS
The EIFS Industry Members Association (EIMA) recently requested an interpretation from the International Code Council (ICC) on the use of EIFS in the International Residential Code (IRC). The...
View ArticleEIMA Gives Support to ICC for Building Safety Month
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...
View ArticleFlame Retardants in Foam Insulation Under Attack
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...
View ArticleMisconceptions Surrouding Flame Retardants in Foam Plastic Insulation
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...
View ArticleICC Says Flame Retardants to Stay in Foam Insulation
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...
View ArticleNEWS: Proposal to NFPA 285 Addresses Non-Existent Problem
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...
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