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SIP’s (Structural Insulated Panels) outperform conventional framing! Although other surfaces may be utilized to meet your needs. SIPs provide a  building system that is very strong, predictable, energy efficient and cost effective.

What are SIPs?

Structural Insulated Panels are high-performance building panels for walls, roof and floors in residential and commercial buildings. Each panel is made using expanded polystyrene (EPS) sandwiched between two structural skins of oriented strand board (OSB).

Technically Superior and Demonstrated Quality:

From structural design to structural integrity, SIPs deliver quality inside and out. Lamit Industries utilizes materials from suppliers who participate in third-party quality assurance and testing (APA rated OSB, UL or RADCO certified Expanded Polystyrene Cores and adhesive systems approved for structural applications). SIPs are laminated in a highly controlled, constantly monitored process utilizing both vacuum and mechanical presses. APA-rated 7/16″ OSB is bonded to UL or RADCO certified expanded polystyrene (E.P.S.) cores with an adhesive system tested and approved for structural applications. Using independent third-party quality assurance and product testing by PFS/TECO, Lamit SIPs are listed with a nationally recognized code agency.

Performance:

SIPs truly outperform conventional framing. In a study conducted by
Oak Ridge National Laboratories, a 4-1/2″ SIPs wall provided a Whole Wall R-value of 14 compared to and 2 by 6 Framed Wall with an R-19 Batt which provided only a Whole Wall R-value of 13.7.

Versatile:

SIPs are as versatile as they are efficient. They can be custom fabricated to your specific project demands, whatever those demands maybe: cathedral ceilings, unique windows, door openings and pre-cut wire chases. Every home fabricated with SIPs from Lamit Industries is a custom home.

Labor Saving:

The one-step simplicity of building with SIPs can eliminate the labor-intensive cost of framing, sheathing and insulating a home, via old-fashioned stick construction. Many SIPs homes can be installed using a two-man crew. This will result in lower site labor costs and loan expenses.