 |
|||||
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
|||||
Structural insulated panels are a high performance composite building material, consisting of a “sandwich” of two layers of high-strength metal cladding with an insulating layer of rigid Expanded Polystyrene (EPS). This entire assembly is chemically bonded together, creating a strong and rigid building component. In fact, SIP walls allow the application of an internal and external structural skin and thermal insulation to a building in one stage and are typically 2.5 times stronger than
conventionally framed walls.
SIPS are architecturally versatile and can come with a wide variety of exterior and interior finishing options, such as stucco, wood, acrylic, steel, drywall, and more.
Standard Features
- Rigid expanded polystyrene core (EPS)
- Exclusive tongue-and-groove joint system
- 26-gauge steel surface
- 18-gauge vertical steel duct and wire chase system
SIP Benefits
- High insulation value (R4 per inch)
- Airtight and reduced thermal bridging reducing energy costs
- EPS outperforms traditional fiberglass or cellulose insulations
- Stronger than 2”x6” Construction
- No food source for pests
- Easily assembled
- Factory assembly reduces errors in manufacturing
- Long life expectancy
Environmental Efficiency
- Low embodied energy used during SIP production
- No dangerous off-gassing
- EPS can be recycled for new polystyrene production
- EPS within the panel is inert and does not absorb moisture, eliminating mould and mildew issues
- Limited natural resources are not used
© Modus Inc, 2010 | Careers | Site Map | News Archive | Download our Brochure | Client Login