Current Projects
SBRA is undertaking a range of research activities to advance the manufactured housing industry by growing market share, improving home performance, and leveraging its inherent affordability advantage.
Automated In-Plant Inspections
Identify strategies for AI-enabled automated production inspection and digital QA that improve quality, reduce rework and service costs, and enhance efficiency.
Prepare a toolkit and training curriculum for local governments to successfully remove barriers to MH.
Attainability Training for Local Regulators
Optimized Floor and Chassis
Develop advanced MH floor systems that increase structural efficiency and durability, enhance moisture management and thermal performance, while reducing overall system thickness.
Optimized Foundation Solutions
Test and develop low-cost IRC-compliant manufactured home foundations optimized for quality, durability and aesthetic.
High-R Assemblies
Develop practical, durable, and cost-effective solutions for high performance manufactured home envelopes compatible with manufactured home production processes.
Thermal Design Software
A single tool for manufactured home builders to calculate Manual J loads, Manual S equipment selection, duct design, and code compliance from one set of inputs.