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Building With Structural
Insulated Panels
Getting the sun's energy into a
building is easy, but making good use of it is both an art and a
science. How can this heat energy best be retained and
stored in the home for use when you need it? One answer
is to use Structural Insulated Panels (SIP's).
Structural Insulated Panels
are gaining popularity as an alternative to conventional
stick-formal construction. SIP's are high-quality foam
core panels suitable for many residential and commercial
buildings. A SIP consists of two outer skins, generally oriented
strand board, with a 4 to 12-inch (13-30 cm) inner core of
expanded polystyrene. Some manufacturers use polyurethane
foam or even compressed straw between the OSB skirts. The
components are pressure-laminated together to make them one
structure.
SIP's can be custom fabricated
for each project, making home design and construction as
versatile as conventional stick-frame construction. Plus,
Structural Insulated Panels meet all building codes and perform
well in fire tests, and SIP manufacturers can include wiring
chases inside the panels at outlet height in walls, and holders
can be cut for outlets where needed.
To learn more about the
benefits of building with Structural Insulated Panels, please
check back for website updates or call (541) 882-2002.
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