Store the panels on a level spot, no closer than three inches to the ground. Proper storage, weather protection, and handling will make the installation process more efficient. Moisture-Control Techniques for Wood-Framed Homes.Better R-Values With Blown-in Insulation.Frequently Asked Questions About Structural Insulated Panels.If the project specifies roof panels or wall or floor panels larger than 8x8 feet, a forklift or crane may be required for installation. In addition, during the design phase, it’s important to determine whether there are any equipment needs for the installation of the panels. For example, SIP facings should never be cut horizontally for the installation of electrical wiring doing so will compromise structural performance. Since SIPs are manufactured to meet the project’s specifications, it’s important to plan for electrical chases in advance to prevent time consuming and sometimes costly modifications during installation. Kiesecker offers the following advice: 1. To help shed some light on common problem areas, we asked Frank Kiesecker of SIPs manufacturer ACH Foam Technologies, in Denver, to provide key tips and do’s and don’ts when working with the technology.
However, working with structural insulated panels does have its challenges, especially for first-time users. SIPs also are manufactured to spec, which means there’s little waste and potential labor savings over traditional stick-frame construction. Typically composed of a layer of EPS (expanded polystyrene), XPS (extruded polystyrene), or polyurethane foam sandwiched between oriented strand board panels, SIPs can provide R-values for walls, floors, and roofs ranging from 14 to 58, depending on panel thickness and composition. The growth of the green, energy-efficient homes market has led to an increased demand for high-performance building envelope products such as structural insulated panels (SIPs).
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