We have turned over the keys on the final phase of this exciting project that saw Simplex take on new responsibilities that included final trim out of the Navy homes.

The ACTUS Phase II project consisted of construction of 174,028 square feet of living space and 57,600 square feet of garage space. That worked out to 100 units built as 50 buildings constructed in 338 boxes and several panelized roof sections. Using high quality, high efficiency construction methods, most developed at our two production facilities, we were able to build and ship units so there were 78 boxes on the construction site on the day the first building was set.

The project was unique for us in that it marked the first time we had been contracted to not only build such a large scale project, but to provide the onsite work such as the completion of interior finishes as well as installation of HVAC systems. We always felt we had the in-house capability to do this work, the opportunity however had never presented itself on this scale before.

Our staff and employees are especially proud of our work because we completed the project both on budget and ahead of schedule – more than meeting the expectations of our customer as well as the many Navy families who will enjoy their new homes.

The ACTUS homes look like a typical residential homes found throughout most subdivisions across America – quite a step up for many of the Navy families. The project allowed us to change the way we look at our business and to offer new capabilities to our customers as our company moves to grow in the future.

We had three completely furnished, professionally decorated Park Model Homes on display – The Forrester, The Hampton and The Avalon.  The reaction from both consumers and dealers was fantastic!  The sheer number of visitors to our models far surpassed our expectations.

Those visiting our models could not believe a Park Model home could offer the level of luxury we are providing.  Some features of our homes include stainless steel chef kitchens, custom cabinets, built-ins, fire places, wine coolers, full baths and much more.

I invite you to visit our Park Model Homes website at www.ParkModelCustomHomes.com.  If you click on the “Visit Our Photo Galleries” (just under the second paragraph on the home page) you’ll see links for the three homes we displayed at The Pennsylvania RV and Camping Show.  You’ll also find complete details on the newest division here at Simplex Industries, Park Model Custom Homes.

As part of our Planet Friendly Homes initiative we are proud to introduce one of the most energy efficient homes you can build, The Greenfield.

The Greenfield is an Energy Star 5+ Rated Home. ENERGY STAR is a joint program being run by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to help Americans save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices.

To earn the ENERGY STAR designation, a home must meet guidelines for energy efficiency set by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. As a builder, it was Simplex’s responsibility to show The Greenfield was at least 15% more energy efficient than homes built to The International Residential Code. We also needed to show The Greenfield offered additional energy saving features that would make the home a minimum of 20% to 30% MORE energy efficient than standard homes. We are proud to have earn an Energy Star 5+ designation for The Greenfield.

The Greenfield’s pro environment credentials are impressive. For example, we have used high efficiency insulation, eanergy efficient windows, and some of the most energy efficient appliances on the market. Further, The Greenfield was built under The Simplex Planet Friendly Homes program. All excess building materials used during the construction of The Greenfield were recycled – reducing the environmental impact of this beautiful home.

Another special feature of the Greenfield is the fact it is a large home that fits within a small footprint – meaning you can fit this large home on a smaller lot. The key is a unique design that incorporates the garage design within the home footprint. The home is deceptively large thanks to this architectural design.

The Greenfield is a spacious home packed with unique features. The chef’s kitchen overlooks a breakfast nook on one side and a warm family room with fieldstone fireplace on the other. A formal dining room just off the entry way welcomes visitors. A mud room with a closet area helps keep the home neat and clean. Upstairs three large bedrooms feature window box seating. A large upstairs sitting area can be used as an office, upstairs lounge or can be converted to a 4^th bedroom quickly and efficiently without removing any walls.

All of the architectural details you would expect to find in a spectacular custom home are in the Energy Star 5+ Rated Greenfield.

I invite you to tour The Greenfield Model Home at One Simplex Drive in Scranton. Please call us at 1-800-233-4233 for a tour.

1. Hi, my builder gave me your website address and I’ve been doing some homework. We are looking to build a two story traditional home. It was our plan to go with on site construction, stick built construction. My builder told me I should take a look at you guys and what Simplex can do. My question is what makes modular construction better than stick built homes and why use Simplex?

Answer by David Boniello, Vice President of Manufacturing and Development

A. Thank you for your question. There are a number of reasons modular construction is a superior building method. I’ll touch on just a few here but please feel free to ask your builder additional questions, or to contact us at our toll-free number 1-800-233-4233 for literature and information on Simplex.

Why use Modular Construction and why use Simplex?

The quick answer is Simplex allows you to completely custom design your new home, to have it built with superior materials by highly experienced craftsmen utilizing building techniques that simply make sense – and to work with a company with almost 40 years of expertise and unsurpassed financial strength.

That’s why some of the nation’s most sophisticated architects and builders can be found visiting our facility each day to monitor the status of Simplex homes we are building for their customers. Here are a few more details on seven ways Simplex stands out:

1. Would you leave you car outside in the rain or snow and allow it to get soaked? Of course not. Why then would you leave your home, often for up to a year, unprotected while it is built on your building site? That’s a core argument for modular home construction. At Simplex Industries, our homes are built inside climate controlled state of the art facilities. Your home is not venerable to rain and snow which can cause damage or even warping of unprotected walls and flooring. Also, the Simplex craftsmen who build your home are measuring, cutting, trimming, painting and finishing your home while inside our indoor facility. It stands to reason they will do a better job than those workers who are forced to work outside in high temperatures or even rain, snow or freezing weather.

1. Simplex Modular Homes use construction methods that are far superior to methods used in stick built homes. For example, let’s use ceiling construction as an example. Walk through any newly constructed stick built home and you will see nail pops in many of the ceilings. That’s because onsite construction methods are chosen to be quick – not necessarily the best possible method for your new home. Because we build in climate controlled facilities, we can take the extra time to use a proprietary method featuring a high tech foam adhesive to bond dry wall to the ceiling – there are no metal fasteners used. This means you will not see nail pops in a Simplex built home.

1. At Simplex we are also one of the few construction firms to feature an in-house stair shop. This means the stairs built for each Simplex home are custom built to be an exact fit for your dream home. Our master craftsmen in our stair shop can design stairs that will meet your local builder’s or your architect’s exact specifications – a better fit means the stairs will not only look great, but be long lasting and a centerpiece for your new home.

1. Simplex utilizes better building materials and better components. Local small builders simply cannot match Simplex’s unsurpassed buying power when it comes time to purchase lumber, cabinetry and name brand fixtures for your new home. A good local builder might build a few dozen homes per year in a good year. Using, highly trained workers (many who have been with us for decades) and two state of the art indoor construction facilities, Simplex is one of the busiest builders in the nation. We build single family homes, duplexes, town homes, hospitals, commercial buildings, professional practices and countless other types of structures. Our customers range from people just like you to some of the most sophisticated builders and architects in the nation.

1. It’s a sad fact that many homeowners each year find themselves victim to unscrupulous builders or builders without the financial resources to actually complete homes. Simplex is a nationally recognized superior builder. As an industry leader and one of the busiest such builders in the nation, Simplex’s finances are beyond question.

1. No one can match Simplex for quality of construction. We have a track record of superior construction that is approaching four decades of experience and expertise. Simplex has been honored by national magazines and other media covering the construction industry for our unsurpassed standards and capabilities.

1. Financing. Simplex is one of the few builders in the nation to offer you aggressive in-house financing through our subsidiary Simplex Mortgage. We can not only help you first design and then build your new home, we can help you finance it.

I could go on and on. The best way to understand why Modular building and Simplex is the way to go is to spend time on our website and time with your local builder who is part of our national building network. We welcome any questions you may have and urge you to contact us at any time with specific questions or to discuss building your dream home.

The Stockbridge as pictured features an optional high-pitched roof, stationary windows at front door, window lineals, mantles and grills. In addition the decorative window in the high-pitched dormer, korbels, shake siding and two car garage are also optional. The high pitched dormer is a standard feature. The front porch roof is panelized and included standard with this home.

Note: Masonry work and metal roof are done onsite by builder

Stockbridge Modular Home

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Simplex Modular Home Showcase – The Salem

include an oversized gourmet kitchen with cook top cabinet, wall oven cabinet and oversized pantry cabinet. Other first floor standards include a sunroom and a den/office. The four bedroom second flor includes a guest room with private bath and a master suite that boasts a sitting area with radius walls, his and hers walk in closets and a master bath with a whirlpool tub.

As shown, the Salem includes a reverse gable roof and palladium style dormer window. Optional features include front porch, window grills and mantls, panel shutters, front gable eave returns, front door with double sidelights, pilasters and mantle above. Shake siding in front gables is also optional.

Salem Modular Home Floor Plan

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Simplex Modular Home - The New Charleston

include a high-pitched roof with decorative window and shake siding in the dormer, front door with double sidelight, panel shutters, window grills, front porch and garage.

New Charleston Modular Home Floor Plan

New Charleston Modular Home Room Configurations

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Simplex is now a major player in the recreation home market with the introduction of our newest division – Park Model Custom Homes.

Park model homes are among the fastest growing segments of the recreational home industry. These homes are required by U.S. Government regulations to be 400 square feet or less. While they are designed to have wheels and be mobile, they are very often used as permanent or semi-permanent structures at parks, lakes, RV sites – anywhere where rest and relaxation is the owner’s top priority! While many homes are used just as they are manufactured, many owners enhance their property with the addition of features such as sun rooms or enclosed porches and decks.

Drawing on the decades of experience and expertise of our parent company, Simplex Industries, a Park Model Custom Home is simply a superior reaction home:

• Our homes features high quality drywall interior walls rather than industry standard low quality vinyl coated gypsum.

• We offer you the opportunity to custom design your new Park Model Custom Home to fit your individual tastes and needs.

• Our homes are never exposed to rain or snow during construction. The home is built in our climate controlled state-of-the-art construction facilities.

• A Park Model Custom Home offers superior craftsmanship – your home is built by some of the nation’s top craftsmen.

Visit our website at www.parkmodelcustomhomes.com for more information.

Simplex Modular Home Floor Plan - The Montomery

window, elongated first floor windows, window mantles and grills, double sidelight front door, front porch and garage. The walkout bay in the den and bedroom are standard features.

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Simplex Modular Home Floor Plan - The Mapleview

high roof pitch, front door with single sidelight and colonial door surround. Garage is optional.

Note: No length extensions are available for this plan.

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Room Configurations for the Simplex Mapleview Modular Home

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