How strong are Premier SIPs?
Premier SIPs are extremely strong. Studies have shown that Premier SIPs are at minimum 20% stronger than dimensional lumber. Strength in building materials and systems is judged by the materials’ ability to withstand the forces of nature. Data to determine strength properties is gathered by destructive testing, and specific tests are utilized to evaluate a SIPs’ performance in high winds, earthquakes and snow load conditions The testing program on Premier’s panel systems is the most extensive in the industry. Our SIPs are exceptionally strong in racking diaphragm shear capacities, which are the primary structural properties that engineers are concerned with when designing for seismic and hurricane events. Not only do test results show Premier SIPs are stronger, but natural disasters have proven it time and again.
