Dryvit Systems, Inc.
One Energy Way
P.O. Box 1014
West Warwick, RI 02893
Peter Balint, President
Founded in 1969
Tel: (401) 822-4100
Toll-Free: (800) 556-7752
Web site: http://www.dryvit.com

OUTSULATION® (DS201)
CHANGING THE FACE OF ARCHITECTURE

At Dryvit we know that the exterior facade may be the most important standard by which the owner and general public measure the quality of a building.

That's why we have dedicated our talents and resources to providing you with exterior wall insulation and finish systems of timeless appeal and enduring value.

The success of the Dryvit Outsulation Exterior Insulation and Finish System reflects our commitment to: innovative research and development, state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities, stringent quality control programs, exhaustive safety and code compliance testing, comprehensive consultation services and responsive customer service. It's a commitment to excellence that we renew each and every day.

Since 1969 over 350,000 buildings worldwide have been constructed or retrofitted with Outsulation. More than a billion square feet of Outsulation and other Dryvit materials have been applied on commercial, institutional, and industrial structures.

Outsulation has changed the face of architecture.

THE BEAUTY OF THE OUTSULATION SYSTEM.

Outsulation is energy efficient and cost effective. But, it's the beauty of the Outsulation Exterior Insulation and Finish System that most excites building owners, architects and contractors.

The wide range of shapes, colors, textures and dimensions that can be created with Outsulation has stimulated the creative thinking of the finest architectural minds in the world.

Period details, architectural accents and design embellishments can be created effortlessly and economically from Outsulation components.

Dryvit has become the industry standard by meeting the design demands of architect, the installation requirements of contractors and the budgetary concerns of owner/developers for over 30 years.

The key components.

• Insulation Board. A composite material that's environmentally safe, thermally efficient (R-4 per inch) and easy to size and shape. The insulation board is adhered to approved substrates with high performance Dryvit adhesives.

• Reinforced Base Coats. For strength and durability—glass fiber reinforcing mesh is embedded into the base coat on the face of the insulation board. The mesh is available in five impact-resistant strengths to meet the requirements of your building. For all ground floor and high-trafficked areas, a minimum 15 oz. mesh is recommended in addition to the standard 4.3 oz. mesh.

• Dryvit Finishes. Dryvit finishes are highly regarded for their beauty and durability. A full spectrum of standard and custom colors are available. And a wide array of textures ranging from solid, smooth coatings to fine grain, multicolored, quartz aggregate finishes.

Dryvit finishes are weather resistant and unmatched in quality due to their DPR (Dirt Pickup Resistant) chemistry. This state-of-the-art formulation resists the pickup of dirt and other airborne pollutants. The exterior of your Dryvit Outsulation walls will maintain its original clean, textured look for many years.

Cost effective and energy efficient.

Outsulation is a unique technology based on a simple premise... insulation is more effective when placed on the exterior of a building.

By bringing insulation to outside walls, Outsulation eliminates thermal bridges; reduces air, wind and moisture penetration; stabilizes interior environments and minimizes thermal shock. Outsulation is so effective at keeping heat out in summer and cold out in winter, energy savings accrue year after year.

OUTSULATION IN THE CORPORATE WORLD.

The Outsulation Exterior Insulation and Finish System has been embraced by prominent and successful companies for two very good reasons.

First, the beauty and integrity of Outsulation enhances their corporate images.

Second, the Outsulation System reduces their construction, maintenance and energy budgets.

Marriott Corporation. Hyatt Hotels Corporation. Hilton Hotels Corporation. Choice Hotels. Novotel Hotels. Canadian Pacific Ltd. Mass Mutual Life Insurance Company. Prudential Insurance Company. Hospital Corporation of America. The Army Corps of Engineers. IBM. General Motors. Toyota. Edward J. DeBartolo Company. Turner Construction Company. Cambridge Development. Gilbane Building Company.

The above list represents only a handful of the corporations and organizations that have discovered the value of designing, building and retrofitting with Outsulation.

Architecturally inspiring.

The architects who are responsible for the designs of the corporate world are inspired by the freedom of artistic expression Outsulation affords them.

Bold details such as pediments, arches and columns are easily and economically crafted by simply cutting, assembling and finishing the insulation board. Everything from massive sculptural highlights, to enormous spans, to recessed windows, to small accents and moldings can be specified by architects without hesitation.

Corporate Headquarters. Hotels. Restaurants. Condominiums. Shopping Malls. Auditoriums. Manufacturing Plants. Warehouses. Transportation Terminals. Elderly Housing Units. Performing Arts Centers. Nearly every type of structure imaginable has been constructed or retrofitted with Outsulation. All are energy efficient and economical to maintain.

Built-in economy.

As a technology, Outsulation represents a major breakthrough in construction methods, materials and standards. Its light weight reduces costly structural requirements needed with conventional construction materials, and its ease of application speeds up project completion dates.

Outsulation's well-documented resistance to sun, wind, moisture, heat, cold and fire are perhaps the system's most respected features. The energy efficiency of Outsulation has been proven in building after building. Some owners have reported 30%-40% savings on energy-related expenses when comparing Outsulation with traditional construction and insulation materials.

BUILDINGS WITH A PAST HAVE A FUTURE WITH OUTSULATION.

Owners of outdated, inefficient buildings everywhere have decided against demolition in favor of rehabilitation or change of use. Retrofitting exterior facades with Outsulation has been a critical component of their renovation strategies.

The benefits of an Outsulation retrofit are immediate and lasting.

Architects can specify a new exterior facade that totally transforms the building's original design or, where appropriate, faithfully restores the building's original appearance. If the building is occupied, business can be conducted as usual with little or no interruption. Installation of Outsulation is done outside. Owners need not sacrifice rental/lease income while upgrading exteriors.

Because the insulation goes on the outside wall, valuable interior floor space is saved with Outsulation.

Energy consumption is cut back when you apply Outsulation to a building's exterior. This helps reduce payback periods significantly.

Best of all, a building retrofitted with Outsulation is more desirable to prospective occupants. The owner's image and profit picture are enhanced.

OUTSULATION PREFABRICATED PANELS.

While Outsulation can be field-applied, another popular technique is "panelization."

When climate limits construction activity, Outsulation panels can be made under cover and then transported to the construction site. Prefabricated Outsulation panels are frequently installed in the dead of winter or in extreme heat on time and on budget.

The fabrication of Outsulation panels on or off-site affords architects tremendous design flexibility and builders better scheduling and budget control.

The light weight of Outsulation prefabricated panels makes them easy to handle. Installation is simple. The panels can be mechanically attached in a variety of ways.

Because the panels are constructed with Outsulation, special shapes, contours and dimensional elements can be easily fabricated.

The three proven techniques of panelization are: conventional steel stud, Fedderlite® and Metalite®. All three can be utilized singularly or in combination to meet the needs of your next project.

Conventional steel stud Outsulation panels.

Lightweight structural steel stud panels are fabricated to the appropriate design configuration utilizing the supporting element, sheathing and the Outsulation System. The panels are then easily welded and/or bolted to the building frame from the inside.

Fedderlite.

Fedderlite is a multi-component panel system utilizing Outsulation.

The unique characteristic of a Fedderlite panel is the use of metal stiffening members inserted into grooves cut into the insulation board. These patented members facilitate a variety of ways to attach Fedderlite panels to a substrate. Fedderlite panels are lightweight so they are easily hoisted into position and can be quickly fastened.

Metalite.

Metalite is another multi-component panel system. The metal components are galvanized steel and include a 22 gauge modular substrate and 16 gauge "J" channels for panel closures. The exterior face is Outsulation. The Metalite panels can be screw-attached or welded to the building frame.

The Fedderlite and Metalite Panel Systems are manufactured and installed by independent contractors who produce the panels to exact tolerances for uniform quality and superior performance.

Fedderlite and Metalite panels can be made on-site in a protected area or off-site in the contractor's plant. Both can be used in new construction and retrofit applications. There are no temperature or climate restrictions once the panels are fabricated.

The choice is yours.

Prefabricated, custom-engineered panels with Outsulation are an attractive, affordable and energy-efficient wall assembly. Whichever technique you choose, panelization with Outsulation is a proven building concept that owners, architects and builders across North America have used successfully.

Building Codes/Approvals

The Dryvit Outsulation System is in compliance with the three major code agencies as well as many city and county agencies.

Water Vapor Transmission

Dryvit Systems, Inc. offers a Water Vapor Transmission (WVT) analysis at no cost to the customer to determine the potential for condensation in a specific wall and whether a vapor barrier is required.

Expansion Joints and Sealants

The sizing of expansion joints and selection of sealants for use in weatherproofing of buildings utilizing Dryvit systems and products is the responsibilily of the project architect and/or engineer. A number of sealants have been tested by independent laboratories and have been found to be compatible with the Outsulation System. Please consult DS153 for a current listing of Dryvit compatible sealants.

Cleaning and Recoating

All Dryvit products are designed to be virtually maintenance free. However, as with all building products, depending on location, some cleaning may be required. See Dryvit publication DS152 on cleaning and recoating.

R-Values

The base coat and finish are relatively thin coatings and do not contribute to the total R-value of the wall.
Following are resistance values at 40°F for 1.0 pcf density expanded polyslyrene (EPS) used with the Outsulation System. The Dryvit Outsulation System, including 1/2" gypsum sheathing on both sides of 3-5/8" metal studs, has a total R-value of 6.69. Most of that is due to the 3.85 R-value of the 1" EPS.

Thickness/R-Value

1" / 3.85
2" / 7.70
3" / 11.55
4" / 15.40

Testing

The Outsulation System has been subjected to extensive testing to confirm its performance as a rugged, durable, weathering surface. See listing of the test and results in this screen.

Wind Load Requirements

Wind load testing has been performed on the Outsulation System to determine its resistance to pulloff. Failure typically occurs in the substrate system. The Outsulation System remains intact as expected based on bonding tests.

Test

Positive and negative wind loads

Method

ASTM E-330

Result

Tested to pressures in excess of 180 psf without loss of bond to the substrate.

The substrate system must be engineered to withstand all applicable loads, including live, dead, positive and negative pressure, seismic, etc. Deflection of substrate systems should not exceed L/240 for all Dryvit finishes. Consult Dryvit Systems, Inc. for more information.

Fire Testing

Results of all fire testing have demonstrated that the Dryvit Outsulation System does not propagate fire. Even under the conditions involving exposed insulation board, the system demonstrates no tendency to spread fire, produces limited smoke and evidences no delamination of the system. Both full-scale fire testing and "actual fire" experience confirm that the use of the Dryvit Outsulation System on building exteriors does not affect building fire safety nor compromise fire ratings of exterior wall assemblies.

DRYVIT OUTSULATION

Changing the face of architecture.

Ever since we introduced Dryvit Outsulation to North America in 1969, building owners, architects and contractors have embraced this unique technology enthusiastically.

More than a billion square feet of Dryvit materials have been applied on commercial, institutional and industrial structures. Over 350,000 buildings worldwide have utilized Outsulation in new construction and retrofit projects.

At Dryvit we recognize that the exterior facade may be the single most important standard by which a building is judged. And we have committed ourselves to develop and manufacture innovative, cost-effective and energy-efficient Exterior Insulation and Finish Systems of consistent quality for your use.

Dryvit Outsulation has changed the face of architecture. Find out for yourself how Outsulation can benefit your next project - call or write today.
1-800-556-7752

Dryvit Systems, Inc.
One Energy Way
P.O. Box 1014
West Warwick, RI, 02893
Tel: (401) 822-4100
Toll-Free: (800) 556-7752
Web site: http://www.dryvit.com