Structural insulated panels have become essential for most home buildings. If you’re confused about which SIP manufacturer to go for, look no further. We’ve compiled the top 10 SIP manufacturers in the United States.
This article will give you an overview of the top SIP manufacturers to quote. All these manufacturers have been in the business for decades and have excellent panel quality and customer service.
The Top 10 SIP Manufacturers To Quote
The best SIP manufacturers are the ACME Panel Company and Enercept, Inc. Both offer high-quality panels at competitive prices. Other trusted SIP manufacturers include Fisher SIPS, the General Panel Corporation, and Insulspan SIPs.
So now that you’ve seen the rundown let’s consider each of these structural insulated panel manufacturers in more detail.
1.) ACME Panel Company
ACME Panel Company manufactures structural panels used on roofs, floors, and exterior walls to build durable and sustainable buildings. Headquartered in Southwest Virginia, the company produces some of the best SIPs in the US, having designed and built over 500 structures.
ACME also provides shipping throughout the East Coast. In addition, the company offers pre-cut SIP boards from 4 x 8 in (10.16 x 20.32 cm) to 8 x 24 in (20.32 x 60.96 cm) in size, which can withstand winds up to 145 mph (233.36 kph).
The manufacturer presses its panels using a hydraulic system and uses third-party testing from National Testing Associates, ensuring it produces panels in compliance with building codes.
This manufacturer also makes 3D models of their projects and provides services such as:
- Design
- Engineering
- Construction
- Project coordination
If you order blank panels, you can get your delivery in under two weeks. This route is a great option when there isn’t enough time to order pre-cut custom panels. In addition, ACME always has the standard sizes in stock, so customers don’t have to wait too long to get their hands on SIPs.
2.) Enercept, Inc
Entercept has been around since the early eighties. The company was the original holder of the patents for the insulated connecting posts, which eliminate thermal bridging.
Its panels are made from expanded polystyrene (EPS) rigid foam core sandwiched between two 7/16 in (1.11 cm) oriented strand boards (OSB) used in roofs, walls, and boards. Their standard features include installing electrical chases with an easy-to-follow electrical guide.
Enercept even provides virtual on-site training so you don’t make installation mistakes.
Some of its international projects are located in the following countries:
- Japan
- Switzerland
- Spain
- Mexico
What’s helpful about Enercept is that it gives you a free project estimate, so you don’t have to book a separate consultation.
3.) Energy Panel Structures, Inc
Energy Panel Structures has been the United States’ largest SIP manufacturer since 1981. The company started in Minnesota, initially making SIPs for the agricultural industry. Now, they have a production line ongoing for faster orders and delivery.
What’s interesting about its SIPs is the semi-continuous EnergyLok panel lines, their computerized trim line, and the uni-block cutter it uses to cut pallets of wood in one cut. Enercept even offers a 20-year warranty on SIPs and other panels.
To reach the company, you can call directly, email, or get in touch with an authorized dealer in your area. Enercept has a dealer network of more than 350 independent dealers, so you shouldn’t have trouble getting your panels within a few days.
4.) Extreme Panel Technologies, Inc
Extreme Panel Technologies began manufacturing in 1992 and is now one of the largest SIP manufacturers in the United States. The company has an entire manufacturing plant for its panels. Extreme Panel uses the latest production technology, such as computer-operated CNC machines.
The company also offers competitive prices for pre-designed home packages, pre-made designs, and boards. Its SIPs are either modular or integrated with traditional wood, steel framing poured concrete, and ICFs.
Extreme Panel is one of the most environmentally friendly panel manufacturers with zero panel off-gassing and ‘red list’ chemical-free envelopes.
These panels are protected against:
- Moisture
- Fungus
- Carpenter ants
- Termites
They are also one of the best weatherproof options, block out cold drafts, and can be used in a hurricane-proof home, which makes them ideal for colder and tropical areas.
5.) FischerSIPS
Established in 1987, FischerSIPS is considered one of the best SIP manufacturers. While not one of the biggest, it is flexible and caters well to its customers’ needs.
FischerSIPS offers on-site assistance and has installers all around the US. Its SIPS panels consist of the unique NEOPOR® material, a highly effective insulating material.
So, these SIPS panels are ideal if you want to save on energy costs and have better building insulation.
6.) Foard Panel, inc
Foard Panel is another highly-respected company in the industry. It has been manufacturing structural insulated panels since the mid-eighties, and is the only SIP manufacturer that sends installation teams directly to the site. With its extensive experience, it builds SIP structures in days.
The company has a lot of experience installing SIPs, with their crew having over 15 years of experience. Since it also does installations, the company doesn’t have to rent out equipment like excavators or hire professionals with experience and licenses in driving heavy equipment.
Foard Panel’s greatest advantage is that the company owns the equipment, which translates to better cost savings for the customer.
If you don’t have time or need an experienced professional to install the SIPs, Foard Panel is ideal.
7.) General Panel Corporation
General Panel Corporation is a SIPs manufacturer located in Grenada. Its panels are third-party certified, and it uses state-of-the-art Weinmann CNC cutting equipment, ensuring the panels are cut clean and uniformly.
The company has high praise from reviewers. It also provides daily area safety inspections and has cost-effective solutions for all customers.
8.) Insulspan SIP
Insulspan is a SIP manufacturer with more than 30 years of experience. Insulspan SIP has earned a ‘Platinum’ rating from the US Green Building Council’s LEED®-H Rating System, one of only two manufacturers in North America to get this rating.
Insulspan has both US and Canadian code listings and also offers ready-to-assemble panels. If you don’t have time to look for a trusted SIP manufacturer and want to ensure building safety, Insulspan SIP should be your go-to option.
9.) Lamit by Armstrong
Lamit by Armstrong is a high-quality SIP manufacturer. It was awarded the 2022 award in Excellence in Construction Innovation Award. Lamit is part of the Armstrong group, which has over 16 facilities and 3,000 employees.
The company has worked in construction for more than 160 years and offers to deliver SIPs all over the US. If you’re looking for a hybrid building material supplier and panel manufacturer, the Armstrong Group is an excellent choice.
10.) Porter SIPS
Porter SIPS is a division of Porter Corps based in Michigan. It sells panels in retail and commercially nationwide and has been making SIPs since the 1960s. The company has been recognized with best practices in foam recycling, including initiatives in technology advancement and innovation.
Porter SIPS also offers high-performance building systems. You can email Porter SIPs directly on its website to get a quote. In addition, Porter SIPs work with the clients’ contractors to train them in installation, which sets them apart from other SIP manufacturers.
The company also offers clients unique panel covering materials, which gives you more freedom to customize your roof panels.
Sources
- Modular Resource: Manufacturers of Structural Insulated Panels
- Structural Insulated Panel Association: Manufacturing Members
- Structural Insulated Panel Association: ADVANCED BUILDING ENCLOSURES
- Structural Insulated Panel Association: Homepage
- Attainable Home: SIP Roof Panels: Why You Should Consider Them for Your Home
- Attainable Home: Hurricane-Proof Homes: What Type is Best? (Withstand a Cat 5)
- Enercept: Home
- EPS Buildings: Home
- Extreme Panel: Home
- Foard Panel: Home
- SIPS: General Panel Corporation
- Insulspan: Home
- Armstrong Building Solutions: Home
