This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how better construction practices can increase building sustainability and longevity. Discover how polyiso insulation air and water-resistive barrier systems contribute to meeting energy code requirements and outperform traditional water-resistive barrier materials and construction methods. Learn about the science behind thermal, air and moisture control, in projects of steel stud construction. Review building and energy code requirements relative to building envelope design and performance.

1. Understand Building Sustainability and Longevity

2. Learn About the Science Behind Thermal, Air, and Moisture Control for Steel Stud Construction

3. Interpret the Code Requirements for Building Envelope Design and Performance

4. Discover How Polyiso Meets Requirements and Outperforms Traditional Methods for Optimum Control

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course outlines the dangers posed by Mother Nature and how science, codes, testing, and methods have been developed to a platform upon which to build and combat these forces. We will also address how the proper incorporation of materials including continuous insulation and air and weather-barrier systems will improve indoor air quality and contribute to environmental sustainability.

1. Learn about the science behind thermal, air, vapor and water control for steel stud construction

2. Provide an understanding of rainscreen systems and how they can enhance building design; improving building performance and longevity, while improving the indoor environment and contributing to environmental sustainability

3. Discover how polyiso and ACM/MCM can work together to meet requirements and outperform traditional methods in high wind conditions and meet NFPA 285 wall assembly requirements

4. Interpret the code requirements for building envelope design and performance

5. Examine how to develop and test a solution for the issues presented

1 AAA Structured Learning Hour

1 AIA HSW/LU CE Hour

1 AIBC Learning Unit

1 OAA Structured Learning Hour

1 SAA Core Learning Hour

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

This course explores the below-grade use of polyisocyanurate (polyiso) insulation to meet energy code and maximize thermal performance of the building foundation. Let us help dispel the myths that have been created relative to polyiso insulation while discussing its thermal performance, water absorption, and load capacity – the three primary characteristics for below grade insulation. In addition, we will discuss how the insulation can provide protection for the foundation waterproofing system.

1. Review why buildings are insulated below grade and how to obtain the best performance.​

2. Review codes and standards that apply to below-grade applications and insulation.​

3. Understand testing that validates polyiso as a below-grade option, and how it compares to other materials. ​

4. Understand below-grade polyiso insulation applications and how they meet specific project requirements.

1 LU Hour, HSW & SD, AIA & IIBEC

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how better construction practices can increase building sustainability and longevity. Discover how polyiso insulation air and water-resistive barrier systems contribute to meeting energy code requirements and outperform traditional water-resistive barrier materials and construction methods. Learn about the science behind thermal, air and moisture control, in projects of steel stud construction. Review building and energy code requirements relative to building envelope design and performance.

1. Understand Building Sustainability and Longevity

2. Learn About the Science Behind Thermal, Air, and Moisture Control for Steel Stud Construction

3. Interpret the Code Requirements for Building Envelope Design and Performance

4. Discover How Polyiso Meets Requirements and Outperforms Traditional Methods for Optimum Control

1 LU Hour, HSW & SD, AIA & IIBEC

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how better construction practices can increase building sustainability and longevity. Discover how polyiso insulation air and water-resistive barrier systems contribute to meeting energy code requirements and outperform traditional water-resistive barrier materials and construction methods. Learn about the science behind thermal, air and moisture control, in projects of steel stud construction. Review building and energy code requirements relative to building envelope design and performance.

1. Understand Building Sustainability and Longevity

2. Learn About the Science Behind Thermal, Air, and Moisture Control for Steel Stud Construction

3. Interpret the Code Requirements for Building Envelope Design and Performance

4. Discover How Polyiso Meets Requirements and Outperforms Traditional Methods for Optimum Control

1 LU Hour, HSW & SD, AIA, IIBEC & GBCI General (LEED Professionals)

This course is designed to provide an understanding of how better construction practices can increase building sustainability and longevity. Discover how polyiso insulation air and water-resistive barrier systems contribute to meeting energy code requirements and outperform traditional water-resistive barrier materials and construction methods. Learn about the science behind thermal, air and moisture control, in projects of steel stud construction. Review building and energy code requirements relative to building envelope design and performance.

1. Understand Building Sustainability and Longevity

2. Learn About the Science Behind Thermal, Air, and Moisture Control for Steel Stud Construction

3. Interpret the Code Requirements for Building Envelope Design and Performance

4. Discover How Polyiso Meets Requirements and Outperforms Traditional Methods for Optimum Control

1 LU Hour, HSW & SD, AIA & IIBEC