Using Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Structural insulated panels (SIPs) are prefabricated, high performance, lightweight building panels. They achieve roof and wall U-value targets, provide good levels of airtightness, and can be custom designed for each application.

Roof Battens

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Roof battens, or tiling battens, are a key element of slated and tiled roofs. They provide a secure fixing point for tiles or slates, and must be able to carry that weight as well as the forces caused by wind and snow. They may also provide a foothold for the...

Sole Plates

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Sole plates are a critical component of timber frame construction because they provide the interface between a sub-structure and the timber frame superstructure.

Trussed Rafters

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Trussed rafters (or roof trusses) are engineered, prefabricated structural components manufactured using a combination of structural strength‐graded timber members, connected with punched-metal plate connectors.

Breather Membranes

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Breather membranes (or breathable membranes) are water resistant, vapour permeable sheets or panels. Installed to protect the sheathing and frame of a building from incoming moisture, they allow water vapour from within the frame to pass into the cavity.

Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

As prefabricated, high-performance, lightweight building panels, structural insulated panels are used in walls and roofs for residential and commercial buildings.

Timber Cladding for Building Refurbishment

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Timber cladding is often chosen to refresh elevations in refurbishment projects. It improves appearance and weather resistance, and acts as a rainscreen. If exterior insulation is added to a building to improve its thermal efficiency, timber cladding can protect it.

Loft Conversions with Timber

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

Converting a loft into an active living space needs careful consideration due to modification of structural timbers and increased loads. But utilising timber improves performance thanks to its thermal and acoustic insulation properties.

Timber Thermal Regulations

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

New homes and buildings across the UK must produce significantly less CO2 under new Approved Documents to help the country move towards net zero.

Timber Vibration Regulations

by Edinburgh Napier University|01 November 2323 April 25|Build

While vibration can occur in any part of a structure, inhibiting vibration in timber floors is important in design considerations. Eurocode 5 includes a vibration assessment method as part of its serviceability limit state design.

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