Structural insulated panels (SIPs) are relatively common in domestic applications, but their use in external cladding systems is less well understood. When used in external cladding systems, SIPs can be used within, or fixed to the outside of, the structural frame of a building. They offer good thermal performance, essential to meeting Part L of the Building Regulations in England and Wales and Section 6 (Energy) in Scotland, and a number of other advantages during design and construction. This CPD discusses the benefits of SIPs and outlines the key design considerations for cladding system applications.
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