Looking for information regarding my research
Hi there,
My name is Desmond Bast and I am currently in my second year of studies at Thompson Rivers University, taking Architectural & Engineering Technology. I am currently in the midst of starting a research project. My interest, and the general scope (thus far) of the project has been finding green, non-commercialized, and even locally available alternative materials to insulate SIP’s. I am from Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. As far as questions, I’m not really asking any specific ones in particular, but I was just looking for some input from a reputable source regarding my project, and what some methods of sourcing, testing, and any additional information on top of that might entail.
Thanks,
Desmond Bast.
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Desmond,
Just to clarify: you want to develop SIPs that don't use rigid foam? For example, panels insulated with mineral wool or straw?
Exactly. Those are great examples. I'd imagine my testing would entail Strength (compressive, shear, impact), heat retention properties, and fire resistance.. Maybe even acoustics as well
Desmond,
Lots of companies are selling panelized wall systems, including panelized wall systems with mineral wool and straw. Start by Googling.
This took 10 seconds:
http://www.modcell.com/
http://thelaststraw.org/the-situps-super-insulated-tilt-up-panel-system/
http://thelaststraw.org/tag/prefabricated-straw-panels/
http://www.strawbaleconference.com/Final%20PDFs%20of%20Presentations/Magwood%20Prefab%20bales%20Colorado.pdf
http://www.kingspanpanels.us/products/commercial-industrial/insulated-metal-wall-panels/mf-fire-rated