Foam Sheathing Coalition

Welcome to the Foam Sheathing Coalition

FSC serves as a manufacturing driven organization focused on developing solutions to building code issues and promoting the proper technical use of foam sheathing as a solution for the construction industry.

Changes to the ICC Code Development Process for the 2009/2010 Code Cycle

Review the changes the ICC has made to the Code Development Process for the 2009/2010 code change cycle. There are some very significant changes for this interim code cycle. Also, see what changes are in store for the 2012 code change cycle.

Technical Justification of FSC Code Proposals for Integrated Design of Exterior Wall Covering Assemblies with Foam Sheathing (FS156-09/10)

See the background, research, testing and reasoning that was used to develop code change proposal FS156-09/10 submitted to the ICC for the 2009/2010 code cycle.

Overview of Wall Sheathing Options. The Value of Foam Sheathing as a Wall Covering

Exterior wall assemblies built in accordance with the 2006 International Residential Code (IRC), International Building Code (IBC), and International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) must be designed and built to meet or exceed minimum requirements for structural performance, energy efficiency, and moisture resistance, among other factors.

IRC Wall Bracing- A Guide for Builders, Designers and Plan Reviewers

For designers, code officials and builders, this guide provides a basic understanding of how to apply the IRC bracing provisions for code-compliant dwellings. Learn how the IRC bracing provisions can be used to create maximum value in a diverse housing market.

Supplement to IRC Wall Bracing Guide

This supplement to the IRC Wall Bracing Guide presents two case studies of wall bracing design examples to illustrate the various bracing methods and the provisions in Section R602.10 of the International Residential Code (IRC).

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