High Performance Wall Panels in Offsite Construction

Audree Grubesic published this post on Oct 12, 2022. It discusses high performance wall panel structures used in offsite construction.

People and companies mentioned

• Edie Dillman, Co-Founder of B.PUBLIC Prefab
• Shannon Pendleton, CPHC of Sanderson Design
• Ilka Cassidy with Holzraum System
• Hosts Mark Wille and Audree Grubesic

Main points

• The companies are changing the way homes are being built.
• The panel systems are measured for LEED, Passive House, and Green certification if requested by the client or homeowner.
• The discussion covers construction of the panels and the energy savings brought to the project.
• The companies say more individual homeowners want a healthier home and a higher quality built structure.

What is classified as high-performance?

Simple building science principles with strict metrics and rigorous testing.

Benefits of 3rd party rating systems

• They help confirm you will get what you pay for.
• They provide another set of eyes, so owners are not caught in the middle between the architect and builder.

Benefits of offsite produced projects

• 90% less weather exposure.
• Increased quality and testing.
• Secure pricing and fewer change orders.
• Earlier decision making.
• Opportunities for large and small construction companies.

Future outlook

Panel construction is expected to be scalable for residential, commercial, and multifamily units. The panels can be lifted with smaller equipment.