Wood Information Sheet 2/3-68 Structural insulated panels (SIPs) - introduction for specifiers
Publication Year
2015
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Highlights the two main applications for structural insulated panels (SIPs), full structural or infill for concrete, steel or engineered timber frame. Briefly describing materials, construction, acoustic performance, thermal energy efficiency, durability and sustainability.
Document History
Superseded by the March 2020 edition (with minor amendments). June 2015 edition.
Publisher Information
BM TRADA
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