SingCore. New torsion box material

[Rick Lizek]

http://singcore.com/materials/structural-improvement
I know how folks struggle with torsion boxes in construction and application. Thought you might find this interesting.

[Jim Matthews]

Been around a couple of years.

It's REALLY expensive.

[John TenEyck]

Thanks for posting this. It is new to me and might be a good option for a future project where weight is a primary concern.

Has anyone used this stuff? If so, what did you like/dislike about it? Did you buy direct, or is there a distribution network?

John

[Michael Weber]

Interesting, looks like it has lots of potential. They offer a 24x48x1.5 inch sample for 60.00 shipped

[Jim Matthews]

I've seen this stuff used in boat applications,
and large conference tables as a substrate for
pricey veneer. It still seems like a small scale production.

I got the impression that the panels are made to order,
so you're always getting fresh item.

It bears mentioning that this isn't an ideal choice for metal fasteners.

[Reinis Kanders]

Is it trully flat and stays flat? Seems like it could make for a nice reference surface for glue-ups that can be just put in a corner when not needed. I gave up on a plywood long ago because it would never stay flat.
I might get that sample package of two panels for $96 and see if it is useful.

[Peter Quinn]

We looked into Sing core at work this year for a project, wound up fabricating a solution in house due to lead time constraints. Seems like a solid option for a variety of potential applications. I originally ran into this when researching carriage house doors, looking for something with a decent R value and less weight than a monolithic wood creation. It wasn't cheap, but it seems like a good value if the application demands a product with its qualities.