Alternatives to Zip System Sheathing - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2023年3月29日 · Zip System panels consist of a resin-impregnated paper mat laminated with a heated press to bond permanently to a Structural 1 OSB substrate. Then Huber cuts panels to sizes ranging from 4×8 to 4×12. Because OSB is the structural element in the Zip System, when OSB prices climbed, builders began looking for alternatives at a lower cost.
Huber’s Zip System R Sheathing - Green Building Advisor
2011年8月24日 · I just head a long conversation with the Tech Advisors at Huber, the maker of the Zip Panel Systems. They’ve come out with a the Zip System R Sheathing which incorporates the Zip panel with 1/2” (R3.6) or 1” (R6.6) Polyiso installed between the OSB and the stud in one application (see pic#1); available only in TX and PA, but it’ll be soon everywhere else later.
I am thinking of using Huber’s new Zip System R-Sheathing on …
2014年4月26日 · The combined system permeance is 0.8-1.1 perms. The permeance of each layer when measured by ASTM E 96 Procedure B (Wet Cup) is as follows: • WRB Overlay 12-16 perms • 7/16” OSB 2-3 perms • Coated Glass Facer 45-50 perms • 1” Polyisocyanurate 1.5-2 perms • Coated Glass Facer 45-50 perms"
Zip walls and Perm rating - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2011年3月7日 · There are some that say the Zip sheathing is not a vapor permeable product. I have frequently read that the zip system will not allow drying to the exterior of a wall assembly. I have even read on some forums and blogs that the Zip system should not be used with double wall construction and cellulose. However, I have contacted Huber several ...
Why shouldn’t I use ZIP sheathing? - Green Building Advisor
2019年2月16日 · Try driving a nail in both regular OSB and the untreated side of Zip and you'll feel the difference immediately. Don't soak the edges of Zip or you will get mushrooming eventually, but unlike OSB the surface of Zip can take a lot of water without issue. The big advantage of Zip is the system. WRB, taped seams, and done.
Combining Sheathing With a WRB and Air Barrier
2017年6月22日 · Huber states that “Zip System sheathing and tape is an innovative structural roof and wall system with an integrated water and air barrier.” Georgia-Pacific states, “The ForceField air and water barrier system from Georgia-Pacific consists of structural engineered wood sheathing panels laminated with a proprietary air and water barrier.”
Huber Settles Infringement Lawsuit Over Zip System Sheathing
2019年7月23日 · A Louisiana-based wood products company has agreed to stop selling a product that competes with Huber Engineered Woods' Zip System sheathing, ending a patent infringement lawsuit. The green Zip wall sheathing is widely used as an all-in-one replacement for structural sheathing and a water-resistive barrier. Photo courtesy of Huber Engineered Woods
Working With ZIP System R-Sheathing - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2020年3月11日 · We did use 4” nails in a wall in this application. But, the Structural Engineer and Huber both agreed since it was an interior, non-structural / non-shear application, it would be okay. Our framer still had to buy a new gun for that. Having said all that, it appears that Huber has changed their instructions on the Zip-R 12 panels.
Working With Zip-R Sheathing - GreenBuildingAdvisor
2019年8月5日 · 4). If you nail off the Zip-R per Huber specs for shear, it's a LOT of nails (added time and materials). In my opinion, the Zip WRB is completely compromised if you don't fill the nail heads. I personally covered every nail hole with Zip flexible flashing and it was VERY time consuming. But, I believe it was a prudent step. 5).
Huber Zip system R-6.6 sheathing and minimum foam R-values
2012年3月24日 · In zone 5 (central OH), the minimum R-value of rigid foam for 2x4 construction is R-5 and R-7.5 for 2x6 construction. What would be the required amount for a 2x4 staggered stud wall on 2x6 plates? Would the Huber Zip R-6 (R-6.6) sheathing be adequate since it would only be in contact with the 2x4 studs staggered to the exterior?