Prescriptive Method for Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) in Construction

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Sip Header Requirements

Prescriptive Method for Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) in Construction Sip Header Requirements

Structural insulated panel (SIP) wall headers shall be designed and constructed according to Table 5.1 and Figure 4.6. SIP headers shall be continuous sections without splines. Headers longer than 4 ft (1,219 mm) shall be constructed according to Section 5.1. The top plate shall be continuous over the header.

Table 5.1. Maximum Span (Feet) For SIP Headers
Figure 4.6. SIP Wall Framing Configuration
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