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Insulating Steel Stud Backup for Masonry Veneer

Provider: Owens Corning
Program Number: XPS06
Lu Hours: 1.50
HSW: Yes

Description: This program explains the thermal behavior of insulated steel stud wall framing using basic thermal performance calculation techniques to explain the concepts. Bulk water and water vapor migration are discussed with simple vapor evaluation techniques explained that are useful in design. Details important for bracing and selecting brick ties for use with insulating sheathing are reviewed. And, the critical aspects of building code/fire ratings for steel stud, insulating sheathing, brick veneer are reviewed.

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Contact: Herbert Slone
(330) 677-2331
herbert.slone@owenscorning.com  
www.owenscorning.com