1991
EPIC formed by the UK Insulated Panel Manufacturers to inform architects, contractors and building users about the practical and performance benefits of using insulated panels.
1992-1996
First EPIC guides on the performance and detailing of insulated panels. National conferences and feature articles to increase the awareness of the benefits of using insulated panels.
1995-1996
First production of LPS 1181 and FM certificated panels.
1997
On behalf of the UK, EPIC takes the Chair and secretariat of the CEN committee to prepare a European Standard for Sandwich Panels.
1997-1998
EPIC commissions Europe’s largest fire test programme on the performance of insulated panels in fire – Management by Arup Fire: tests by Warrington Fire Research.
1998
EPIC Fire Guide – Performance of external cladding systems in fire – dissemination of results of fire test programme.
1999-2002
Presentations to insurance companies and fire services on the results of the fire tests and the performance of insulated panels in fire.
2000
Introduction of zero ODP panels by EPIC members.
2002
First major EPIC guide on the amendments to the Building Regulations – AD-L2 and Technical Standards (Scotland).
2002
Major EPIC guide on fire safety, specification and insulation (2002).
2004
All panels manufactured by EPIC members now both zero ODP and LPCB/FM certificated.
2005
EPIC Guide on the Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order (2005) and Insulated Panels.
2006
Completion and publication of European Standard EN 14509 – Sandwich Panels under EPIC Chairmanship.
2006
EPIC Guide on the Amendments to the Building Regulations – AD-L2 and Technical Standards (Scotland) (2006).
2006
Combined EPIC/MCRMA advisory supporting document [TP17] to AD-L2 on the detailing of insulated panels to meet the requirements.
2007-2008
First case studies of insulated panels in actual fires added to website.
2009
EPIC Guide on the Identification and Disposal of Insulated Panels.
2010
2012
EPIC Guide to the Fire Safety and Performance of Insulated Panels in Fire – major update and revision.
2012
Completion of first revision of European Standard EN 14509 – Sandwich Panels under EPIC Chairmanship.
2017
Update and revision of EPIC Guide on the Identification and Disposal of Panels.
2019
EPIC became partners with the Northern Powerhouse.
Three consultation responses submitted.
2020
Ten consultation responses submitted.
2021
Seven consultation submitted.
EPIC exhibited and did a presentation at the Fire Safety Event.
2022
Major review of technical guidance undertaken in line with changes to regulations, including an update to the ‘End of Life’ guide.
‘Circularity in the Construction Sector’ guide.
Sustainable Construction FAQs.
Six consultation responses submitted.
2023
2 blogs (Introduction to the changes to Part L – England and Wales & An introduction to Section 6 – Scottish Building Standards’ answer to energy efficiency).
Two consultation responses submitted.
2024
2 blogs (Should solar panels be installed during a building refurb? & The Building Safety Act and the implications for non-domestic buildings).
One consultation response submitted.
2025
2 blogs (How insulated panels can support the Golden Thread & How can insulated panels help create flood resilient buildings?).
Three consultation responses submitted.
EPIC mentioned in the Construction Products Reform green paper as a contributor to UK and European consultative groups and projects, particularly in the areas of regulatory requirements and various standards.