SIP Shop, 50x60x16

[metalchomper]

Thanks for all the comments! I've watched a bunch of videos and have done a lot of reading. I was told that the total cost of SIPs has only gone up 10% in the last two years. I will hire a professional to erect. I'll do the wiring, plumbing, windows, doors, and siding. Lean-tos will go on arfter the house is completed. I'll chronicle the build here.

 

[Carl_NH]

Here is a great thread from Cat Fever's barn's build. The last Barn. (maybe)

Not about SIP's, but some very good info and ideas on building a large shop/barn. Agree with Eddie too, stick build or pole barn, and insulate with batts, foam board, or spray if you want it super tight (too much $ for a shop IMO).

 

[1Mech]

I did a search for SIP and SIPs but didn't find anything here. Anyone build using Structural Insulated Panels? I'm in the planning stages of building a new workshop. The existing is 30x40 and is now too small. I've alternated on metal, pole with wood truss, pole with metal lattice truss(aka miracle), and now SIPs. Watched a new 7-11 built with them. Was told by a potential contractor that he can span 40` without a truss. I want a 50x60x16 with 16' lean-tos on both 60' sides. He said I only need ledger boards to attach the lean-to and interior mezzanine. To span 50', he said he would have use a couple of lattice trusses. This sounds very interesting building technique. Can have it Insulated and a finished interior in a few days. Also like the built-in wire chases. I have conduit in the current shop and was planning to do the samae on the new so that will be additional time savings. Im always changing things in the shop which requires wiring changes. Wife likes it too. Likes that there will be less work I have to do and can start our new house build sooner. I'm building the shop first.

I am also planning a SIPS home, in Arkansas. check out this company, the parent of the one I plan to use
www.eco-panels.com
They are located in North Carolina and use urathane foam rather than styrofoam and pvc conduit instead of holes bored through styrofoam.