XPS Technical Resources

This page provides important data for architects, builders, and specifiers, emphasizing why XPS is the preferred choice in thermal insulation.

Technical Bulletins

See XPSA’s bulletins regarding Canadian LTTR Compliance and RSI Design Values.

NFPA 285 & ASTM E119

Read the engineering extension letter for DuPont™ Styrofoam™ XPS, Kingspan® GreenGuard® XPS, or Owens Corning™ FOAMULAR® XPS foam plastic insulation for Brick Industry Association (BIA) Thin Brick Exterior Wall Systems, and NFPA 285 and ASTM E119 Compliant Wall Assemblies.

Technical Insights

New Data Confirms Superior Performance of XPS versus EPS in Cold Regions, Below Grade Applications (PDF)

Technical Insights, Below Grade Series ID: TI-BG-01