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[*] posted on 2-28-2009 at 07:55 PM
importing SIPs panels or other kit houses


I've been reading the post on lumber and got to wondering if anyone has ever tried to import SIPs (structural insulated panels) houses or other kit houses to Baja? With the discussions about concrete blocks vs foam block houses, the SIPs panels would seem to be a great option for insulation value etc.

I'm wondering if anyone has ever imported or tried to import a kit, or pre-engineered house panels like that?
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[*] posted on 2-28-2009 at 08:28 PM


you can import anything...

you just have it sent to the importer and he will forward it to your site

just add around 20-24% to your price

remember no tax if the product is sent directly to baja




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[*] posted on 2-28-2009 at 08:59 PM


You can find at the larger construction supply houses 4' x 8' pannels in stock in Baja. I met an architech in Loreto that has done many homes in Cabo, La Paz, Loreto. He uses panels from Mexicali.A system with pre- bent corners, window / door jambs. The only way to build. There are a number of builders in Baja that have built with type system for some time.

We did last year and it is just incredable how much warmer in the winter and cooler in the summer..... And if it makes a difference, fire resistant.

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[*] posted on 2-28-2009 at 10:28 PM


SIP's are a pretty expensive way to build unless you are short for time.
Have you looked at the Tri-D panels ?
I think they are cheaper than foam block in most areas and made in Baja.
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[*] posted on 3-1-2009 at 07:50 AM


Diver , what are Tri-d pannels ? Thanks :yes:
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[*] posted on 3-1-2009 at 08:54 AM


I can't find the Baja manuf. website.
Most call them Tri-D but some are calling them 3-D panels.

Here are some photos of the system;

http://www.3dsmartstructures.com/steps/
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[*] posted on 3-1-2009 at 09:03 AM


Tri-D panels are made in Mexicali. 4' width and made in any length you want AKA wall height. It is a wire mesh both sides, of a inner styro-foam. The wire mesh is connected thru the styro-foam every couple of inches. Tied together with factory corners, door / window caps. You use a plumbers torch to make the race way for plumbing and electrical. By hand the walls and ceiling are troweled with 1-1/2" concrete both sides. A finish coat of stucco over that. Wall thickness is 7" to 10" inches. The structural strength is with re-bar concrete corners and wall caps.
We have two built in Tripui with that type system. Mine E5 and John and Rosie A27/28.

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[*] posted on 3-1-2009 at 10:39 AM


that looks like a really neat building system. Definitely going to keep that in mind. What are we talking about for cost , say on one 4'x8' panel?

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[*] posted on 3-1-2009 at 10:55 AM


Thanks everyone , :yes: , msawin , next time down will take alook at tripui .Seems the way to go .
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[*] posted on 3-1-2009 at 11:12 AM


http://www.tridipanel.com.mx/contents/ingles/index.htm

Above is the link to the Mx manufacturer.
Many US companies have bought machines to make the panels and are marketing them under various names.
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