NewBrick eliminates the need for miscellaneous steel due to the light weight of the insulated masonry veneer, while Outsulation Plus MD system incorporates a liquid-applied, air- and water-resistive barrier.

One of the most successful technologies used today to deter rainwater intrusion into a building's exterior wall and protect its envelope is the rainscreen system. Introduced more than 20 years ago in the United States, rainscreen technology has continued to advance, along with its popularity among building owners who desire a "stylish raincoat" for their structure.