STAGE 1: Design

The design process begins with our in-house architects; they will convert your floor plans or alternatively your choice of our suite of house designs into detailed SIPs diagrams. These accurately represent the size and placement of each panel. The diagrams are then used to create a 3D model, providing a visual representation of the complete panel assembly and how the panels will fit together to form the structure. This model allows for precise visualisation of the finished building, ensuring the SIPs panels are designed to optimise both the structural integrity and energy efficiency of the project. Through this process, we ensure that each panel is customised to the specific requirements of the build, with a focus on seamless assembly and performance. From this 3D model the manufacturing and site drawings will be issued and signed off by both client and structural engineer, they are then sent to the factory manufacturing.​

STAGE 2: Manufacturing

Based on the manufacturing drawings our factory staff select the correct number of OSB (Oriented Strand Board) and EPS (Expanded Polystyrene) to be run through our state-of-the-art panel machine which uses hot glue to laminate the OSB to the EPS core and create the SIP‘s (Structural Insulated Panels). At this point in time any service panels for electrical and plumbing are cored and run through the machine. The completed SIPs are then cut to size based on the architectural drawings this includes all window, door, service, roof and floor panels required for the job. Whilst this is occurring the MGP or LVL timbers are cut to size for the bottom and top plates plus the required number of splines. All items are labelled and refer back to the drawings for installation purposes. At this stage depending on the customers requirements the panels and timbers are packed ready for transport, or they are assembled into wall sections to make for quicker site installation. ​

STAGE 3: Packing & Transport

The SIPS are packed in the sequential order that they will be installed onsite to ensure ease and speed of installation. If they are packed as panels on pallets they will be loaded via forklift on a flat top semitrailer with a buggy forklift attached for unloading onsite. They can also be packed as full wall and roof sections where they are stored in stillages with the whole stillage being loaded upright on to the crane truck and unloaded wall by wall via crane directly into place onsite. Both options present a more efficient and speedy installation compared to other construction methods. This allows for a single story 130sqm house to be installed in a matter of days, this ensures the builder reaches lockup far quicker than a traditional build. ​

STAGE 4: Assembly & Completion​

To start onsite the bottom plates are fixed to the slab or stumps, this allow for the panels to be placed on top and screwed down. This will generally be done by an onsite crane or crane truck where they can be lowered into place for the install crew to nail down. Once all the internal and external walls are installed the roof can be lowered on top of the load bearing walls. At this stage the windows, doors, and exterior cladding can be installed, and the house reaches the lock-up stage. This marks the point where the building is secured, airtight and weatherproof, allowing interior trades to begin their work. Now electricians, plumbers, and other tradespeople can complete their fit-off and interior tasks, such as installing wiring, plumbing fixtures, and the finishing touches. With the structural framework provided by the SIPs panels in place, the house is now ready for the final steps of construction, leading to a completed, fully functional home.​