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After installing the house wrap over the SIPS, window flashing is installed

After installing the house wrap over the SIPS, window flashing is installed
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All seams between structural insulated panels (SIPs) foamed and/or taped per manufacturer's instructions

All seams between structural insulated panels (SIPs) foamed and/or taped per manufacturer's instructions
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Amerisips Homes LLC of  South Carolina, built this traditional home on Johns Island, SC, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2014. 

Amerisips Homes LLC of  South Carolina, built this traditional home on Johns Island, SC, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2014. 
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An all-terrain forklift is used to move and stage the panels

An all-terrain forklift is used to move and stage the panels
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An insulated spline is another option for avoiding thermal bridging at SIP panel seams

An insulated spline is another option for avoiding thermal bridging at SIP panel seams
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Are the Walls Closing In?

Are the Walls Closing In?
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Attic Eave Minimum Insulation (3)

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Because all of the structural load is carried by the SIP roof and wall panels, no trusses are needed, allowing the home to have vaulted ceilings and open interiors throughout.

Because all of the structural load is carried by the SIP roof and wall panels, no trusses are needed, allowing the home to have vaulted ceilings and open interiors throughout.
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Builders Challenge Technology Information Packages - Cold Climate: Chicago

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Building America Efficient Solutions for New Homes: Case Study: Concord Cape Prototype

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Building Science Corporation used convection to help cool this structural insulated panel (SIP) cottage in Georgia.

Building Science Corporation used convection to help cool this structural insulated panel (SIP) cottage in Georgia.
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Carl Franklin Homes built this custom home in the cold climate in Garland, TX, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2015.

Carl Franklin Homes built this custom home in the cold climate in Garland, TX, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2015.
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Clifton View Homes built this custom for buyer home in the marine climate in Anacortes, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.

Clifton View Homes built this custom for buyer home in the marine climate in Anacortes, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.
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Clifton View Homes built this custom for buyer home in the marine climate in Anacortes, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.

Clifton View Homes built this custom for buyer home in the marine climate in Anacortes, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2017.
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Clifton View Homes built this custom for buyer home in the marine climate in Anacortes, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.

Clifton View Homes built this custom for buyer home in the marine climate in Anacortes, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2019.
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Clifton View Homes built this custom home in the marine climate in Coupeville, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2014.

Clifton View Homes built this custom home in the marine climate in Coupeville, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2014.
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Clifton View Homes built this custom home in the marine climate in Coupeville, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2015.

Clifton View Homes built this custom home in the marine climate in Coupeville, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2015.
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Clifton View Homes built this custom home in the marine climate in Port Hadlock, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2015.

Clifton View Homes built this custom home in the marine climate in Port Hadlock, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2015.
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Clifton View Homes built this system home in the marine climate in Whidbey Island, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2013.

Clifton View Homes built this system home in the marine climate in Whidbey Island, WA, and certified it to DOE Zero Energy Ready Home specifications in 2013.
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Clifton View Homes employs a SIP precision construction system consisting of structural insulated panels that come to the site precut for quick assembly, providing a continuous thermal blanket around the home.

Clifton View Homes employs a SIP precision construction system consisting of structural insulated panels that come to the site precut for quick assembly, providing a continuous thermal blanket around the home.
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Conceptual 2 foot module house drawing

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Conceptual 2 foot module house drawing
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Conceptual 3D advanced framing drawing

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Conceptual 3D advanced framing drawing
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Conceptual stack framing drawing

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Conceptual stack framing drawing
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Connection of a concrete foundation wall to SIP wall panel with a sill plate and floor joist

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Connection of a concrete foundation wall to SIP wall panel with a sill plate and floor joist