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Each panel is "Q"uality tested for
accuracy, bonding, and alignment. "0" tolerance for defects
reduces construction time, labor cost, and frustration. |
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Once the panels OSB (Oriented Strand Board),
SPS (Structural Polystyrene), and Fiberbond or other configurations are assembled, they are
pressed to provide 100% adhesion. |
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The foundation and floor
decks can be built using
engineered "I" beams and "bandboards". Such beams are
lighter, stronger, and resist warpage over dimensional lumber. |
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Foundations
can be engineered as non-vented crawl space. In such crawl space the
insulation is on the perimeter with a 6 mil. plastic vapor barrier
completely covering the ground and the bottom portion of the perimeter
wall. This eliminates damaging moisture from the home, which is
estimated by Virginia Power to be up to 12 gallons of water per day. |
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Slabs
are also popular as foundations for homes and can easily accommodate our
panelized construction systems. Such slabs should be properly sealed
and insulated. |
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The special polymer adhesives require 24 hours
to achieve a monolithic bond between the inside and outside substrates and the
solid core insulation. |
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"Tongue and groove" OSB underlayment
is applied with adhesives and metal fasteners making sure no energy is lost or
moisture intrudes through a separation. |
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The
erection of the perimeter walls is completed with
standard construction tools. On-site training can teach any craftsmen
and apprentices how to install ACSI-SIPS walls and roofs. |
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The combined "I" beams, flooring, and
bandboards will eliminate any bounce... and squeak in the floor.
Floor plates are now installed to accept the ASC-SIPS wall panels.
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Lightweight
product, panels can be installed without the use of cranes or other
heavy equipment. |
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Each
panel contains a vertical electrical chase every 4 feet. Needed information for the
electrical contractor is marked on the subfloor
further saving time, labor, and mistakes.
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Each wall is
joint by the ENERFOAM insulation adhesive and fastened by staples, nails,
or screws, producing walls 3 times (3x) stronger than conventional
built homes with no heating or cooling loss.
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This completed section took only one day!
At this time one can see the complete envelope being created.
Window and door openings are made after the roof is installed. |
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When the perimeter walls are completed the
second floor will be installed. The extra strength allows wider
spans and fewer supporting interior walls. |
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All interior framing is made easier, faster,
and less costly with fewer supporting walls. More open area and
uninterrupted longer spans are possible. |
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With completion of the second deck, walls are
installed using the same process as the first floor. Inherent wall
and beam strength allows longer spans.
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The ridge beam is set to receive the roof
rafters. The OSB "double-sided" roof panels with four feet
on-center "I" beams configuration allow for natural cathedral and
vaulted ceilings or roofs. |
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The
combination of ACSI-SIPS roof panels and "I" beams allows for
48" O.C. for the roof structure thus reducing framing materials by
two thirds (2/3rds) over conventional framing materials. |
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Panelized
roof systems allow for an additional semi-finished second story for
"ranchers" or semi-finished third story for a conventional
two-story home. The roof system eliminates: ridge and soffit
vents, extreme heat and freezing temperature fluctuations inside the
cavity, and the typical 70% heat loss and gain through the roof. |
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Such
a completely sealed envelope protects all of the home's mechanical
systems. There is less wear and tear on the H-VAC system and
protects water and waste water lines from freezing. |
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The
only special tool required is a "Hot Knife". The
insulation is shaped for nailers around the window and door
cut-outs. |
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Insulated blocking between
floors completes the total system, which will reduce energy cost by 50%+
over conventional construction methods. |
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The
FiberbondSM on the perimeter walls gives a smooth plaster-like
finish. Such walls are 100% nailable so you can hang picture frames,
shelves, and large mirrors on any surface. |
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"The Virginian" American townhomes
look the same as any other fine home. ASCI panelized systems make a
quiet, draft-free, energy efficient home at a cost competitive
price.
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Call today for further details. Please
ask about architectural designs, on-site training, panels, "turn
key" construction services, interior design, financing, and ACSI
turnkey production facility packages.
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SIPS
combine five (5) labor and material steps -
framing, outside and inside sheathing, insulation, and vapor barrier -
in one easy-to-install product. Each panel also comes with a pre-cut vertical electrical chase. 
