Chapter 17: Structural
Insulated Panel Construction
questions and answers
(verified for accuracy)
In a SIP, the insulation generally consists of - answer expanded
polystyrene
The facing in a SIP generally consists of - answer OSB on both
faces
In a SIP structure, the interior walls are constructed of 4 ft x 8 ft SIP
panels. - answer false
In a SIP building, exterior wall panels are typically - answer 4 1/2"
or 6 1/2" thick
Adjacent structural insulated wall panels in a SIP building are
connected through - answer any one of the following
-2-by lumber
-engineered lumber splines
-OSB splines
A corner between structural insulated wall panels in a SIP building
requires - answer a minimum of two 2-by lumber studs
The connection of a wall panel to a concrete foundation, as shown in
this text, requires the use of - answer two sill plates, one of which
is treated
Insulated Panel Construction
questions and answers
(verified for accuracy)
In a SIP, the insulation generally consists of - answer expanded
polystyrene
The facing in a SIP generally consists of - answer OSB on both
faces
In a SIP structure, the interior walls are constructed of 4 ft x 8 ft SIP
panels. - answer false
In a SIP building, exterior wall panels are typically - answer 4 1/2"
or 6 1/2" thick
Adjacent structural insulated wall panels in a SIP building are
connected through - answer any one of the following
-2-by lumber
-engineered lumber splines
-OSB splines
A corner between structural insulated wall panels in a SIP building
requires - answer a minimum of two 2-by lumber studs
The connection of a wall panel to a concrete foundation, as shown in
this text, requires the use of - answer two sill plates, one of which
is treated
