SIP structures benefit from:

Fast construction method

Building with SIPs will cut construction time by up to three times.

Environmental advantages

Timber is seen as one the most green materials to use in construction. This is only one of many environmental advantages. (See Green Info)

Low wastage

Building with SIPs produces less waste than other forms of construction, because any waste created in the manufacturing and cutting of the pre-engineered panels can be recycled.

Design flexibility

SIPs can be used for a wide variety of applications and can be fabricated to suit any design of building.

Excellent thermal performance

SIP structures provide superior thermal performance, which will last the life span of the building, due to the solid core of insulation throughout the structure. Ensuring that the building is heated evenly, free from cold spots and benefits from reduced heating costs.

This building was for the National Science Foundation and was erected 200 miles from the Magnetic North Pole! SIPS have proved to be the perfect match for these demanding conditions.

Low U-value walls and roof

Build It Green Structural Insulated Panels offer extremely high thermal performance, the Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) layer of rigid insulation, achieves U-Values as low as 0.22 Watts per Meter Squared Kelvin or better, making significant savings of up to 60% on your annual heating costs.

Added roof space

SIPS Structures do not require roof trusses, therefore providing an additional habitable room in the roof.

Extra floor space

In a SIP structure more floor space is created for the same external dimensions of a building, this is because a SIP structure provides excellent strength and insulation in a smaller wall width than a building constructed via another method.

Excellent sound proofing

SIP structures provide significant resistance to airborne sound.

SIPS are quieter and more comfortable to live in

SIP buildings lock out moisture, prevent drafts and provide significant resistance to airborne sound.

Integral insulation

The insulation is integral to the SIP system, and therefore does not require installing at a later date.

Egan compliant

Sir John Egan reported with the Construction Task Force on the scope for improving quality and efficiency in UK construction.

Build It Green Structural Insulated Panels work towards meeting many of the requirements stated in the report.

Stronger

SIP walls are 7 times stronger than conventional timber frame.

Robust and solid feel

A SIP house feels indistinguishable from 'traditional' methods of construction once complete.

Air tight structure

This helps prevent heat loss from the building and moist air penetrating the structure.

Prevents condensation

There is no risk of condensation in a properly installed SIP house.

Limited cold bridging

Due to the continuity of the Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) layer of rigid insulation, the SIPS system greatly enhances thermal reliability compared with other insulation which often sags or slumps after time.

Solid panels provide a rigid surface for fixings

No additional timber 'noggins' are required to facilitate the hanging of radiators and kitchen units as is required with timber frame construction.

Excellent resale value

SIPs houses are attractive to future buyers and occupiers, due to the inexpensive running costs of a SIP structure and the many other rewards a SIP house provides.