Tag Archives: LEED

Don’t Sweat it. SIPs will Save you Money on Cooling Costs.

By: Bill Downs, Sales Representative - Architectural Products During the 100 degree days in Kansas City this summer there was one sound that was very consistent, the hum of my air conditioner. My 2 story home built with traditional 2×4 … Continue reading

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Polyiso and LEED: Defeating the purpose?

By: Chris Casey, Sales Representative - Architectural Products The goal of LEED and the USGBC is an admirable one: “By using less energy, LEED-certified buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and contribute to a … Continue reading

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Why would anyone pay the SIP premium?

By: Pat Austin, CDT, Sales Representative - Architectural Products Decisions…life is full of them. The other day at a local burger place, I found myself faced with a really ordinary one: the hamburger basket or the pot roast sandwich with mushrooms. … Continue reading

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Should you Specify FSC Certified OSB for SIPS?

By: John Cowan, Regional Sales Manager As R-Control Structural Insulated Panels continue to be an important component used to accumulate points in LEED Certified projects, FSC OSB is often specified. But should it? 1) In order for the SIPs to be FSC certified there … Continue reading

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Structural Insulated Panel (SIP) Life Cycle Analysis

By: Mary Burk, Corporate Marketing Manager ACH Foam Technologies is pleased to announce the new R-Control® SIP Life Cycle Analysis conducted by the Expanded Polystyrene Molders Association (EPSMA) SIPs Work Group is now available. Life Cycle Analysis involves looking at … Continue reading

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