PET FOAM STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANEL FOR USE IN RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION METHOD ASSOCIATED THEREWITH

摘要

A structural insulated panel is provided. The structural insulated panel comprises a substantially flat PET foam core having a predetermined length, width, and thickness. At least a fiberglass layer is disposed on each of a first and a second surface of the PET foam core. At least a groove is disposed in the PET foam core. The at least a groove is disposed in proximity to an edge of the PET foam core and is adapted for accommodating a joining element therein.