SIPschool founder Al Cobb introduces structural insulated panels (SIPs). Topics include the early and recent history of SIPs, the anatomy of a SIP, common applications of SIPs, and SIP manufacturing.

Learning Objectives: 

- Summarize how SIPs have evolved since the original concept in 1935 with a focus on how they have become more energy efficient
- Identify how SIPA has impacted the use of SIPs
- Describe the anatomy of a SIP and how SIPs are used in commercial and residential envelope construction
- Understand the process of manufacturing SIPs
- Compare and contrast the different types of cores and skins used in SIPs