Foam Sheathing Committee Compendium
A growing collection of technical, educational and training documents for members of the Foam Sheathing Committee
Research
Code Compliance Support
Standards
- ANSI/ABTG FS 100
- ASTM C1289 - Standard Specification for Faced Rigid Cellular Polyisocyanurate Thermal Insulation Board
- ASTM C578 - Standard Specification for Rigid, Cellular Polystyrene Thermal Insulation
Continuing Education
- Continuous Insulation for Code-Compliant & High Performance Walls (Members Only)
- NFPA 285- Engineering Extension of Tested Assemblies
- Assessment of Water Vapor Control Methods
- Stop Wardrobe Malfunctions: Don't Eat Your Sweater
Building Designer Support
- FSC Wall Calculator (Members Only)
- NFPA 285 Product Suppliers
- IRC Wall Bracing Guide
Installer Support
- Foam Plastic Insulating Sheathing Used as a Water-Resistive Barrier System
- How to Install Foam Plastic Insulating Sheathing
- Installation Instructions for Attachment of Exterior Wall Coverings Through FPIS
- Windows Installed into Walls with FPIS and Wood Framing - Standard Method
- Windows Installed into Walls with FPIS and Wood Framing - Picture Frame Method
- Windows Installed into Walls with FPIS and Wood Framing - Rainscreen Method
- Windows Installed into Walls with FPIS and Wood Framing - Window Buck Method
Construction Details