SIP TECHNOLOGY

Building Smarter, Stronger, and More Sustainable Homes

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) are gaining popularity in New Zealand as an innovative building solution for creating energy-efficient and sustainable homes.

These panels consist of an insulating foam core sandwiched between two structural facings, made of oriented strand board. This composite structure provides both strength and thermal efficiency.

Interior of a house under construction with OSB wall panels, windows, and construction tools and materials scattered around.
A close-up of a rectangular insulation foam panel with a top surface made of oriented strand board and bottom surface composed of white foam insulation.

SIP Home Benefits

  • Our SIP house are designed to be approximately 50% more energy efficient than traditional timber-framed homes. With superior insulation properties, they significally reduce heating and cooling costs, ensuring a comfortable living environment year-round while lowering your energy bills.

  • Building with SIPs allows for a faster construction process. Locally fabricated panels are delivered ready to assemble, which means your dream home can be built in weeks rather than months.

  • We prioritise sustainability by using SIPs. This construction method not only minimises waste but also reduces your carbon footprint, making it an environmentally responsible choice for modern living.

  • The airtight properties of SIP construction with built-in MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation with Heat Recovery) system significantly enhance indoor air quality. This leads to a healthier living space for you and your family.

  • SIP houses are built to last, with exceptional strength that can withstand extreme weather conditions such as high winds and earthquakes. Our homes provide a robust structure that ensures safety and longevity.

  • SIP construction allows for creative architectural designs without compromising structural integrity. Whether you envision open-plan spaces or unique rooflines, our team can bring your vision to life with the versatility of SIPs.

AlpHouse - a proud SIPA* member

This membership indicates AlpHouse's dedication to advanced construction techniques and adherence to industry best practices in SIP technology.

  • Energy-efficient construction

  • Quality structural insulated panel manufacturing

  • Sustainable building practices

*SIPA is a non-profit trade association representing manufacturers, suppliers, dealer/distributors, design professionals, and builders committed to providing quality structural insulated panels (SIPs) for the construction industry. The association has been active since 1990 and focuses on promoting high-performance building systems that are energy-efficient and sustainable

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solution for your project.

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