Owens Corning recently announced that Foard Panel will use Owens Corning Foamular extruded polystyrene foam for its XPS-core structural insulated panels (SIPs). One of the largest SIP manufacturers in the U.S., Foard Panel is the only national producer of SIPs with XPS cores, an alternative to urethane.

Compared to urethane, Foard's SIPs panels with XPS foam offer:
-- a comparably high R-value per inch (R-5 vs. R-6 per inch)
-- double the system strength with twice the lengthways (transverse) load
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-- no disruptive odor
-- thirty times greater resistance to moisture absorption and reduced
    potential for mold growth
-- a twenty year thermal performance warranty

In addition, SIPS panels made with Foamular XPS foam are made with up to 15 percent certified pre-consumer recycled polystyrene.

"This relationship is an acknowledgement of the value our customers place in the power of the Owens Corning brand," said Joe Ochoa, general manager, Foam Insulation, Owens Corning. "We're excited to be playing an important role in the SIPs market with Foard Panel for customers choosing to build with this energy efficient, alternative wall system."

Source: MarketWatch