Resorts and Retreats Awards 2026| 17 A well-established method of modern construction, SIPs have been used internationally for decades. The panels can be used for walls, roofs, and floors to create a continuous insulated envelope. Panels are typically joined using timber splines, insulated I-beams, or SIP splines, and secured with components such as sole plates and ring beams. For Coal Bunker Leisure Buildings, SIPs are a key element of achieving efficient, comfortable spaces. The panels offer high levels of thermal performance, improved energy efficiency, enhanced airtightness, reduced risk of shrinkage-related movement, reduced thermal bridging when detailed correctly, and rapid weather-tightness due to the speed of enclosure. SIP panels are manufactured in controlled conditions to ensure ultimate accuracy and consistency. In a typical process, OSB skins are bonded to an EPS core using a high-strength adhesive, then pressed and cured to form a rigid laminated panel. From there, panels can then be cut and prepared to precise dimensions to support an efficient, accurate installation on-site. This factorycontrolled manufacturing process guarantees consistent quality and reduced waste when compared to traditional on-site methods. A skilled team of carpenters and joiners bring decades of combined experience to every project at Coal Bunker. The company manages every step of the process – from initial conception to final installation – to ensure the most seamless experience possible. Every project is tailored to meet the client’s unique vision, with the team working in close collaboration with each client to create personalised accommodation solutions. “The leisure and resort industry is a tough industry to excel in,” Chris told us. “We have seen so many manufacturing companies come and go over the past few years. We believe that having a personal connection with our customers and keeping them updated throughout the manufacturing process is crucial to give clients confidence and trust, from point of order through to delivery.” As the third generation of the Coal Bunker family business, its team highly prioritises the legacy’s longstanding values of trust and honesty. These are values that the family believe to go hand-in-hand with successfully manufacturing quality, high-end lodges and structures. The results truly speak for themselves; Coal Bunker Leisure Buildings has firmly positioned itself as a trusted partner to clients of all sizes across the country, undoubtedly earning its status as Wales’s Best Glamping Accommodation Manufacturer 2026. A farm stay operator in the Cotswolds reported: “From initial design to installation, the Coak Bunker team were professional and attentive. Our glamping pods have transformed our business.” While a remote professional working in Cardiff stated: “The garden office built by Coal Bunker has completely changed how I work. Beautifully designed, perfectly insulated, and delivered on time.” A holiday park owner in Pembrokeshire shared: “The quality of craftsmanship is exceptional. Our guests consistently comment on how luxurious the lodges feel. Coak Bunker Leisure Buildings delivered exactly what we envisioned.” Contact: Chris Davies Company: Coal Bunker Leisure Buildings Web Address: www.coalbunker.co.uk
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