Thursday, February 7, 2008

SIP Construction and APA Siding for Post Frame

A new APA Publications Update features a new Structural Insulated Panels publication and a variety of new and updated Technical Topics.

Featured Publication
APA and the Structural Insulated Panel Association (SIPA) have jointly published a new 20-page guide on Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs). The full color publication covers SIP advantages, applications, design and construction considerations, assembly and related topics. Numerous connection details also are included. This brochure is available for purchase or as a free downloadable PDF. Form H650, 20 pages, $2.
Related structural insulated panel CAD Details are available at http://www.apacad.org/.

Technical Topic of interest to Post Frame:
Technical Topics provide recommendations and explanations for a variety of design and construction details.
New Technical Topic: APA Rated Siding Applied to Post Frame Structures. Available only as a free downloadable PDF. Form TT-023, 2 pages.

The APA e-newsletter is sent to those who request it when registering to download publications. Many of the publications are available as free downloadable PDFs with registration on the APA website or can be purchased in printed form.

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