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Erection of
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Construction of
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What R-Value does a SIP provide?
The R-value of the SIP depends upon the
thickness of the panel and the type of insulating core material. Common
SIP R-values range from R-4 to R-7 per inch of foam core. Equally
important as R-value is the tightness of the SIP building envelope and
its reduced air filtration. In comparison to stick framing, SIPs have
fewer gaps, less settling, and less moisture absorption. Energy savings
for heating and cooling SIP structures can range from 40 to 60 percent
in comparison to similar stick-built structures with fiberglass
insulation.
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Are buildings constructed from SIPs as
strong as conventional construction?
SIP constructed buildings are stronger
than conventional construction. Click here
to read about how a SIP home stood strong through a tornado while
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Structural Insulated
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What
are Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs)?
- factory-built panels with solid
foam core insulation sandwiched between oriented strand board (OSB) or
plywood.
- uses 40-60% LESS energy than
conventional construction.
- the most efficient and practical
building method available.
- extremely strong, super-insulated,
very quiet, structural building component used for floors, walls, and roofs.
Their exceptional strength makes them very tornado and hurricane
resistant.
- high-performance rigid
insulation
- used in commercial, residential, and
agricultural construction.
- engineered to sustain loads typically
carried by walls, floors, and roofs.
Do SIPs meet fire and building code
requirements?
Yes. SIPs are recognized by all national and
local building codes. For fire resistance on a custom home, building
codes require installation of a thermal barrier - typically 1/2 inch
gypsum board- on the interior side of the panel face. SIPs
The Preferred Building Material
of Building Professionals
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SIPs
Applications
- Residential
- Commercial
- Agricultural
Visit the
Structural Insulated
Panel
Association
web site
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Are SIPs new?
No. They have been used for decades in
the construction of homes and light commercial structures.
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Are SIPs load-bearing structural
elements?
Yes. SIPs are engineered to sustain loads
typically carried by walls, floors, and roofs. They are many times
stronger than conventional stud construction.
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What are the most common panel sizes?
Panels are available in sizes as large as
8' by 24'. The most common panel size is 4' by 8', with lengths of 9' to
24' also available.
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