Speed of Construction
U-Panel homes can be erected quickly, with small studios built in 3–4 days and full homes in a few weeks. Traditional Kit Homes require multiple stages and can take months to complete.
Superior Insulation
U-Panel walls offer R 2.8 after bridging + insulation built into the panel, eliminating the need for additional layers. Traditional homes typically offer R2.0–R2.8 insulation, but thermal bridging through studs reduces effectiveness.
Bushfire Resistance
U-Panel walls are made from non-combustible materials and are suitable for BAL-FZ (Bushfire Attack Level – Flame Zone) without additional cladding. Traditional homes require special treatments and materials to meet bushfire safety standards.
Low Maintenance
U-Panel homes feature pre-finished surfaces inside and out, requiring no painting or sealing. Traditional homes need regular maintenance, including painting and sealing.
Cost Efficiency
U-Panel homes are cost-effective due to their all-in-one panel system, DIY-friendly assembly, and faster build times. Traditional homes involve higher material and labour costs, longer construction periods, and additional compliance expenses.
The U-Panel Single Wall System in Detail
The system is constructed as shown in this diagram from;
- U-Panel recycled concrete walls (external)
- Rockwool Insulation
- Reflective Vapour Sheet
- Top Hat Bracket
- Top Hat Section
- Wall Board
STEP 1
Lay termite guard strips with termiguard silicon under.
Then lay Z flashings.
Followed by subsil grates.
STEP 2
Installing U-Panel wall with key and wedge system secured by floor bracket including vertical angle support vertical angle support and roof bracket every 4 panels.
Floor Bracket.
Joining panel/walls to floor.
Roof Bracket.
Installed at every 4th Panel.
Used to join roof plate to walling system.
Key and Wedge.
Installed ointment every panel to join panels together using just a hammer to tap in the wedge.
STEP 3
Install pre-cut rock wool insulation.
STEP 4
Install vapour barrier sheeting running horizontally and starting at the top first. Then bottom layer and seal joint with tape. Apply silver tape to seal top of cavity onto top edge of vapor barrier.
STEP 5
Screw on top hat brackets into pre punched and drilled holes, feeling for hole through the paper.
STEP 6
Attach top hat section into brackets.
STEP 7
Affix sheeting to top hats with preferred wall products. V-Groove board (MDF or Fibre Cement Sheeting).
