What are SIPs? (Structural Insulated Panels)
SIPs or Structural Insulated Panels are a 21st century composite material that provides the benefits of insulation and structural performance in a single building product. SIPs [...]
SIPs or Structural Insulated Panels are a 21st century composite material that provides the benefits of insulation and structural performance in a single building product. SIPs [...]
ThermaFoam R-Control SIPs can be used in all designs: custom homes, engineered homes, restaurants, office buildings, schools, churches….the options are endless. Homeowners, builders, and designers who [...]
Yes. Structural Insulated Panels have been tested extensively by nationally recognized organizations such as the International Code Council Evaluation Service. SIPs comply with the fire and [...]
Many ways! The raw materials in ThermaFoam R-Control SIPs have low energy requirements to make them. The structural facings of ThermaFoam R-Control SIPs are made from [...]
If you plan to own or occupy the building or house, there are several excellent reasons to consider ThermaFoam R-Control SIPs. Comfort — One of the [...]
The cost of any home or building is significantly dependent upon design. Basically, ThermaFoam R-Control SIPs offset small additional material costs through labor savings. However, ThermaFoam [...]
ThermaFoam R-Control SIPs are manufactured in various thickness with values of R-15, R-23, R-30, R-37, and R-45. The R-value of a material or wall assembly was [...]
Yes. The increased R-value and lower air leakage means that heating and cooling equipment must be designed for a high performance structure. This translates into lower [...]
ORNL tested R-Control SIPs side by side with stick construction. The results were impressive – the air leakage from the R-Control SIP construction was less [...]
Yes. ThermaFoam R-Control SIPS have been used to build many homes and office buildings that achieve EPA’s ENERGY STAR Ratings or USGBC’s LEED Certification. And SIPs [...]