External Insulation and Finish System (EIFS)
EIFS can be defined as an energy efficient thermal wrapping applied to the exterior surfaces of a building finished with a long-life, decorative and protective coating system.
The EIF System has been developed for use in both hot and cold climates and can substantially reduce heating or cooling costs as well as allow for the use of lower specification heating or cooling systems. As EIFS is an energy efficient system, it consequently helps reduce green-house gas emissions.
EIFS can be used on both old and new constructions. As it is applied as an exterior system, it is highly suitable for upgrading older buildings to reduce operating costs while giving a new attractive finish.
Benefits ... Why EIFS:
Superior Energy Efficiency: EIFS wraps the exterior of the building in an energy-efficient thermal blanket, which reduces heat transmission. The interior environment is stabilized and energy consumption is reduced. EIFS reduces heat transmission by up to 55% compared to uninsulated conventional constructions. Uninsulated walls are one of the largest absorbers of heat and the introduction of wall insulation will substantially reduce energy consumption. EIFS is highly energy efficient, lower capacity air conditioning or heating equipment can be specified.
Design Flexibility and Decorative Finishing:
EIFS is available in a range of aesthetically pleasing colours and a wide variety of textures. With EIFS skilled applicators can create all sorts of exterior architectural detailing that would often be cost-prohibitive using conventional construction and finishing techniques.
EIFS has Superior Resistance to Fading, Chalking and Yellowing: EIFS will outperform other insulation options by maintaining its original appearance over time. The system is finished with acrylic and silicone coatings that can withstand extreme climatic conditions.
Building Stresses:
Another advantage of the system is its ability to limit the physical effects of temperature fluctuations on structures, reducing the strain on expansion joints and the individual construction components.
Noise Reduction:
Buildings treated with EIFS will have a degree of sound insulation against external noise. As the size of air-conditioners can be reduced, background noise of cooling equipments located internally will also be reduced.
Components of EIFS
EPS Adhesive
Insulation Board
Mechanical Fasteners
EPS
EPS Basecoat
Fibreglass Mesh of 145 - 160 g/m2
Choice of Decorative Finish's and Colours
EIFS can be defined as an energy efficient thermal wrapping applied to the exterior surfaces of a building finished with a long-life, decorative and protective coating system.
The EIF System has been developed for use in both hot and cold climates and can substantially reduce heating or cooling costs as well as allow for the use of lower specification heating or cooling systems. As EIFS is an energy efficient system, it consequently helps reduce green-house gas emissions.
EIFS can be used on both old and new constructions. As it is applied as an exterior system, it is highly suitable for upgrading older buildings to reduce operating costs while giving a new attractive finish.
Benefits ... Why EIFS:
Superior Energy Efficiency: EIFS wraps the exterior of the building in an energy-efficient thermal blanket, which reduces heat transmission. The interior environment is stabilized and energy consumption is reduced. EIFS reduces heat transmission by up to 55% compared to uninsulated conventional constructions. Uninsulated walls are one of the largest absorbers of heat and the introduction of wall insulation will substantially reduce energy consumption. EIFS is highly energy efficient, lower capacity air conditioning or heating equipment can be specified.
Design Flexibility and Decorative Finishing:
EIFS is available in a range of aesthetically pleasing colours and a wide variety of textures. With EIFS skilled applicators can create all sorts of exterior architectural detailing that would often be cost-prohibitive using conventional construction and finishing techniques.
EIFS has Superior Resistance to Fading, Chalking and Yellowing: EIFS will outperform other insulation options by maintaining its original appearance over time. The system is finished with acrylic and silicone coatings that can withstand extreme climatic conditions.
Building Stresses:
Another advantage of the system is its ability to limit the physical effects of temperature fluctuations on structures, reducing the strain on expansion joints and the individual construction components.
Noise Reduction:
Buildings treated with EIFS will have a degree of sound insulation against external noise. As the size of air-conditioners can be reduced, background noise of cooling equipments located internally will also be reduced.
Components of EIFS
EPS Adhesive
Insulation Board
Mechanical Fasteners
EPS
EPS Basecoat
Fibreglass Mesh of 145 - 160 g/m2
Choice of Decorative Finish's and Colours
EIFS Components
Important
Due to the cost of providing an EIFS System, it is imperative that it is fixed correctly and all operatives are conversant with the correct procedures as mistakes can be Very Costly.
Due to the cost of providing an EIFS System, it is imperative that it is fixed correctly and all operatives are conversant with the correct procedures as mistakes can be Very Costly.
Damage Limitation Example Above
July 2001
I was asked to carry out a Damage Limitation Assessment on the
Al Kout - the Fahaheel Waterfront Project, Kuwait.
The EIFS had been started 2 months earlier and with a lot of enthusiasm and vigour but had been approached without the knowledge of the correct system application methods.
During my assessment I found that all the work carried out to date had to be condemed to the value of approximatley USD 80-100K
However due to the size of the project and the amount of work required this was a miniscule amount and could be written off as acceptable material wastage, (10% is acceptable)
Problems that had to be dealt with were:
1. Inexperienced applicators who had no prior knowledge of the system, but loads of emthusiasm.
2. Incorrect tools to apply the product.
3. Incorrect working structure and methods
4. Basically total lack of product knowledge.
Solution:
1. Take down all defective material.
2. Train the applicators in mixing and applying the products.
3. Provide applicators with the correct tools for the job.
4. Create a correct and workable schedule of works in line with the main contractors schedule.
Outcome:
Within 3 months of taking control of the project I had trained all the applicators. Supplied them with the correct tools. Had the schedule of works back in line with the main contractors schedule. Reduced material wastage to below 5%. All the method statements in place.
The client recieved a first class building finish. the main contractor delivered what was asked for. The EIFS subcontractor was left with a fully trained workforce which is employed to this day.
Finally:
Had the contract been allowed to continue without professional advice and guidance the project completion date would have become late, the client would have lost faith in the main contractor, the main contractor would have lost faith in the subcontractor, and a lot more money would have been lost.
I offer Training, Consultancy and Damage Limitation Services for all External and Internal Specialist Finishes.
Saving Both Time and Money.
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I was asked to carry out a Damage Limitation Assessment on the
Al Kout - the Fahaheel Waterfront Project, Kuwait.
The EIFS had been started 2 months earlier and with a lot of enthusiasm and vigour but had been approached without the knowledge of the correct system application methods.
During my assessment I found that all the work carried out to date had to be condemed to the value of approximatley USD 80-100K
However due to the size of the project and the amount of work required this was a miniscule amount and could be written off as acceptable material wastage, (10% is acceptable)
Problems that had to be dealt with were:
1. Inexperienced applicators who had no prior knowledge of the system, but loads of emthusiasm.
2. Incorrect tools to apply the product.
3. Incorrect working structure and methods
4. Basically total lack of product knowledge.
Solution:
1. Take down all defective material.
2. Train the applicators in mixing and applying the products.
3. Provide applicators with the correct tools for the job.
4. Create a correct and workable schedule of works in line with the main contractors schedule.
Outcome:
Within 3 months of taking control of the project I had trained all the applicators. Supplied them with the correct tools. Had the schedule of works back in line with the main contractors schedule. Reduced material wastage to below 5%. All the method statements in place.
The client recieved a first class building finish. the main contractor delivered what was asked for. The EIFS subcontractor was left with a fully trained workforce which is employed to this day.
Finally:
Had the contract been allowed to continue without professional advice and guidance the project completion date would have become late, the client would have lost faith in the main contractor, the main contractor would have lost faith in the subcontractor, and a lot more money would have been lost.
I offer Training, Consultancy and Damage Limitation Services for all External and Internal Specialist Finishes.
Saving Both Time and Money.
Contact Me
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