T. Clear Corporation
3255 Symmes Road
Hamilton, OH 45015
Toll Free: (800) 544-7398
Fax: (513) 870-9606
E-mail: sales@tclear.net or technical@tclear.net
Web site: www.tclear.net

ProTEC® Concrete Structural Insulated Panel System
 Simply Built to Last

System Description
The ProTEC® Concrete Structural Insulated Panel System provides a well engineered alternative to conventional lumber framing systems for residential and light commercial structures. The ProTEC system offers builders and homeowners mold and moisture resistance, superior energy efficiency, plus quick and easy construction.

Despite every precaution in today’s building market, mold and moisture intrusion is a frequent problem. The key to preventing mold and mildew is moisture control. The ProTEC Panel System uses only components that are unaffected by moisture and deliver superior performance in resisting mold and mildew.

The ProTEC Panel System is also engineered to solve the main concerns facing today’s building market – lack of skilled labor, quality materials, air infiltration, and energy efficiency. In the ProTEC Panel System, each panel is framing, sheathing, insulation, electrical wire chases and interior wall surface all in one.

The panels are ready to finish on both the interior and exterior sides. The embedded connector system prevents air infiltration, reduces heat loss, and provides for a nearly continuous insulation value. To the homeowner, this means less drafts, greater comfort, and lower energy bills.

Technical support and field installation consultants available – call T. Clear Corporation today for more information.

ProTEC System Uses Proven Materials
Each ProTEC Panel consists of a core of Dow Styrofoam® bonded, front and back, to sheets of Util-A-Crete® Concrete Backer Board. The panels are slotted and connected by means of galvanized steel framing and fasteners. Each panel is framing, sheathing, insulation, and interior wall surface all in one.

Dow Styrofoam extruded polystyrene is a rigid, closed-cell insulation that resists moisture absorption and vapor transmission. And has for over 50 years. Styrofoam offers long-lasting R-value due to its closed-cell structure. Because of its low vapor permeance, it also eliminates the need for an additional vapor barrier.

Util-A-Crete Concrete Backer Board is composed of a woven fiberglass mesh embedded, front and back, in a lightweight concrete core. Has been proven to be unaffected by mold and moisture for over 25 years. The Util-A-Crete skins also provide a high impact-resistant surface for both the interior and exterior faces of the panels.

With the Util-A-Crete facings, the ProTEC Panels are ready to finish. Inside panels are finished to a Level 5 drywall finish and will accept standard grades of paint or wallpaper. Exterior finish options are unlimited and include textured exterior finishes, stucco, brick or stone, and any number of vinyl siding systems.

The ProTEC Panels are connected with galvanized steel channels, which are fully encased in the panel and not exposed to the elements.



System Design
  • 8 ft, 9 ft, & 10 ft panel lengths cut to fit dimensional lumber
  • Mold and mildew resistant materials – ASTM D 3273
  • Moisture resistant skins and core
  • Eliminates need to install additional vapor barrier
  • Reduced labor time and costs - less skilled labor required
  • Requires no special tools
  • Panels cut and numbered to match your floor plan
  • Precut window and door headers and under-window panels
  • Precut wiring chases and box openings
  • Factory installed wiring boxes are an option
  • Panels are ready to finish on both the interior and exterior sides
  • No drywall to hang
  • More buildings can be built in less time with fewer associated expenses
Dow Styrofoam® Brand Extruded Polystyrene Core
  • Long term insulation value (R-20)
  • Lower energy costs
  • Closed cell Styrofoam is moisture resistant
  • Perm rating of .8 (compared to house wraps at 50+)
Util-A-Crete® Concrete Backer Board Skin
  • Lightweight concrete core
  • Non-combustible
  • Moisture and impact resistant
  • Will not warp, decay, soften, or swell
  • Ready-to-finish exterior and interior
Galvanized Connectors
  • Embedded G90 steel components virtually eliminate air infiltration and heat loss
  • Coated, non-corrosive fasteners
Environmentally Sound
  • Recyclable, contains no CFCs
  • Reduces lumber usage

T. Clear is an Energy Star Partner
As an ENERGY STAR® Partner, T. Clear Corp. has determined that ProTEC Concrete Structural Insulated Panels meet the ENERGY STAR guidelines for energy efficiency.

Testing Reports Available

Call T. Clear Corporation for a copy of these test reports:
  • National Evaluation Services Report No. NER-581
  • ICBO Evaluation Services, Inc. Report No. PFC-5557