Structural Insulated Panel Myths Debunked

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Structural Insulated Panel Myths Debunked
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• Structural insulated panels (SIPs) are made up
  of two engineered steel panels with an
  environmentally friendly Polyurethane foam
  insulated layer (usually oriented strand board or
  OSB) sandwiched between them. The panels are used
  to construct walls and roofs in building systems
  for commercial and residential applications.

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• Despite the popularity and growing use of
  structural insulated panels (SIPs) in a wide
  variety of building environments, there are still
  some misconceptions that can lead builders and
  consumers to overlook the convenience,
  affordability, eco-friendliness and general
  usefulness of SIP panels.
• Here we've debunked a few of those common myths

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Structural Insulated Panels are a Modern Invention

• Many people believe that SIPs are a modern
  creation that have existed for less than 20 or 30
  years, when in fact, SIPs were first designed and
  used in the late 1940s. Over the past 70 years,
  the panels have undergone several design changes,
  improving their energy efficiency and overall
  effectiveness.

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• For example, in the 1970s, the original
  corrugated paperboard core was replaced by a
  polyurethane or rigid insulated foam core. After
  this change, use of the panels increased
  exponentially. Over time, SIPs have become even
  more popular, durable, thermally and energy
  efficient.

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Theyre Only Used for Pre-Fabrication

• Contrary to popular belief, structural insulated
  panels arent just used in pre-fabricated
  designs. In fact, theyre commonly found in
  custom, modern building designs and are
  increasingly becoming a top choice for
  residential roofs. They can also be used in
  almost any building design across various
  platforms.

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• Flexibility also means that SIPs work well in
  most building designs, even when traditional
  building methods are employed. For the best,
  customized insulated panels Edmonton has to
  offer, just visit Advanced Panel Products.

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SIPs are Expensive

• Fortunately, SIPs arent as expensive as some
  builders and consumers might believe. Theyre
  actually some of the most affordable building
  systems on the market. Innovative engineered
  designs, fast, easy construction (on-site, if
  needed), energy efficiency and eco-friendliness
  provide less waste, reduced labour, material and
  overall costs, as well as significant energy
  savings.

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• Advantages like reduced labour and labour costs
  or on site assembly are especially beneficial to
  builders or contractors. Finally, because SIP
  buildings can be so energy efficient, theyre
  generally inexpensive to heat or cool.
• Ready to learn more about the many benefits of
  building with structural insulated panels? Call
  us [phone].