_Thermal efficiency, outstanding aesthetics, cost
effectiveness and durability are the primary reasons for
the unprecedented growth of EIFS in recent years. Since
it was discovered in Europe in the middle of the last
century, the "system" has become increasingly popular
with designers and consumers alike.
Founded in 1987,
EIFS, a national not-for-profit industry trade association, represents
the overall EIFS industry in Canada. The ECC membership is comprised of
EIFS manufacturers, distributors, component suppliers, contractors,
building science/design consultants, affiliates and financial services
companies. The ECC serves as the “official voice” of the EIFS industry
with a mandate to provide for the advancement and growth of the industry across the country, through advocacy, education and marketing.
U.S. Dept. of Energy study (2005-2011) proves:
EIFS save more energy than other claddings.
EIFS control moisture better than:
Brick
Stucco
Concrete block, and
Fibre cement (hardboard) siding
_The Quality Assurance Program for the EIFS Council of Canada.
_Norlite
stucco are proud of the excellent EIFS products that are available to the industry in
Canada, including DuRock, Canamold, Dryvit, Durabond and Sto.