(Posted by Jay Bolsega on old CRAN site)
SCIP experience? That's a structural concrete insulated panel. They are large foam panels with wire truss inside and mesh on outside to accept spray concrete.
Potential client wants to use on his house, says he can do work himself and save $$$.
I have familiarity with ICF and its downsides. Wondering what downsides and hidden costs might be for SCIP.
Thanks,
Jay
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I am building with this myself currently on my own house . . .
a handy diy-er could do it as well
where are you located project wise?
just the opposite of ICF's / not as much structural design data available
save money as compared to what?
Bil Taylor
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Bill,
Well he didn't like my proposal apparently so it's a moot point. His budget wasn't realistic anyway. 3200 sf for 150k. He's in Pflugerville,TX. I did learn a little about the system so it wasn't all for naught.
Jay
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Jay: We too have successfully used ICF on a couple projects. I would like more input on the SCIP.
Chris Rose
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Chris,
I did some research on them for a potential client. Haven't seen any firsthand. Looks interesting. I think certain DIY'ers think they can do it themselves and save bucks.
Jay Bolsega
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This is my house. We are using the foam panels that are set up to accept a pneumatically applied structural mortar or "stucco". The panels you see in the photograph are SCIP and they are creating a lid for the cistern. We are "pouring" the upper side of the panels on Friday with concrete. Will send photos if interested. The under side will be blown on later after the lid sets. More normally the panels are used in a vertical direction, which we will be doing soon.
Bil Taylor
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