What is a Structural Concrete Insulated Panel (SCIP)?

A SCIP is a building panel made of a rigid EPS foam insulation core sandwiched between two layers of welded steel wire mesh, then coated on both faces with structural concrete (shotcrete). The finished panel is load-bearing, insulated, fireproof, and airtight — replacing framing, insulation, and sheathing with a single element.

Is SCIP construction stronger than wood framing or concrete block?

Yes. Once the concrete is applied, a SCIP structure becomes a monolithic reinforced shell. These assemblies are engineered to resist hurricane-force winds and seismic loads far better than conventional wood framing, and they avoid the mortar joints that can be weak points in block construction.

How much faster is building with SCIP?

Because panels arrive pre-engineered and go up quickly, the structural shell of a SCIP building is typically erected in a fraction of the time of block-and-frame construction — often reducing the framing timeline by around 50–60%.

Is SCIP good for hurricane zones like South Florida?

It is ideal for them. The continuous concrete-and-steel shell resists wind uplift and impact, does not rot or corrode from moisture, and meets the demands of coastal, high-wind construction — which is exactly why Now Eco Home is based in and builds for South Florida.

Can a SCIP home be energy efficient and solar-ready?

Absolutely. The continuous foam core eliminates thermal bridging and the concrete creates an airtight, high-thermal-mass envelope, dramatically lowering heating and cooling loads. That efficient envelope pairs perfectly with rooftop solar and battery storage for net-zero performance.

The SCIP system

Structure, insulation, and finish — engineered into one panel.

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Everything a wall, floor, or roof needs to be, delivered as a single high-performance element.

Anatomy of a panel

Four layers, one monolithic element.

1
Carmelo structural mortar
High-strength 4,000 PSI mortar sprayed on both faces creates a fireproof, load-bearing shell. Sulfate- and chloride-resistant — ideal for coastal Florida.
2
Electro-welded steel mesh
Galvanized wire mesh on both faces gives the panel its tensile strength and ductility.
3
Steel truss connectors
Wires pierced through the core and welded to each face lock everything into one composite element.
4
EPS foam insulation core
A continuous, self-extinguishing insulation core (1.57"–10") with zero thermal bridging.

How it's built

From bare slab to monolithic shell.

A precise, repeatable sequence refined over hundreds of builds — fast on site, engineered to last.

Foundation & dowels

We pour the slab and leave vertical rebar dowels ready to anchor the panels.

Set & brace panels

Wall panels are set over the dowels and braced plumb, level, and true.

Floor & roof panels

Insulated floor panels are laid with reinforcing steel before the pour.

Structural mortar

High-strength structural mortar is applied to both faces — one monolithic shell.

Openings & details

Window and door openings are formed cleanly into the panel walls.

Finished home

A stronger, smarter, more sustainable home — delivered.

≈ 25"

A 4" panel with a 2" EPS core matches the R-value of a 25"-thick brick wall.

4,000 PSI

Carmelo high-strength structural mortar on both panel faces.

4 stories

Load-bearing capacity of the single (PSM) panel system.

32 ft

Clear floor/roof spans achievable with joisted PSG panels.

The ECO Structural Building System — engineered with Gulf Concrete Technology (GCT) — is code-compliant through multiple Technical Evaluation Reports. Every building is designed and sealed by a Registered Design Professional.

How it compares

SCIP vs. conventional construction

SCIP

Block & frame

Build speed

Days for the shell

Weeks to months

Insulation

Continuous, no gaps

Between studs — thermal bridging

Hurricane / seismic

Monolithic, rated

Depends on fasteners

Fire

Non-combustible

Combustible framing

Pests & rot

Nothing to feed on

Wood is vulnerable

Design freedom

Curves & long spans

Limited by lumber

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Questions & answers

Frequently asked questions

What is a Structural Concrete Insulated Panel (SCIP)?: A SCIP is a building panel made of a rigid EPS foam insulation core sandwiched between two layers of welded steel wire mesh, then coated on both faces with structural concrete (shotcrete). The finished panel is load-bearing, insulated, fireproof, and airtight — replacing framing, insulation, and sheathing with a single element.
Is SCIP construction stronger than wood framing or concrete block?: Yes. Once the concrete is applied, a SCIP structure becomes a monolithic reinforced shell. These assemblies are engineered to resist hurricane-force winds and seismic loads far better than conventional wood framing, and they avoid the mortar joints that can be weak points in block construction.
How much faster is building with SCIP?: Because panels arrive pre-engineered and go up quickly, the structural shell of a SCIP building is typically erected in a fraction of the time of block-and-frame construction — often reducing the framing timeline by around 50–60%.
Is SCIP good for hurricane zones like South Florida?: It is ideal for them. The continuous concrete-and-steel shell resists wind uplift and impact, does not rot or corrode from moisture, and meets the demands of coastal, high-wind construction — which is exactly why Now Eco Home is based in and builds for South Florida.
Can a SCIP home be energy efficient and solar-ready?: Absolutely. The continuous foam core eliminates thermal bridging and the concrete creates an airtight, high-thermal-mass envelope, dramatically lowering heating and cooling loads. That efficient envelope pairs perfectly with rooftop solar and battery storage for net-zero performance.

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