Composite Panels
Laminated wall, floor, and roof construction that bonds an insulation core (typically EPS or XPS foam) between fiberglass, aluminum, or Azdel skins. Composite panels are stronger, lighter, and more moisture-resistant than traditional stick-and-tin construction. They eliminate wood framing in the walls entirely, removing the primary source of rot in older campers. Most modern truck campers use composite panels in at least the walls and roof.
Related Terms
A camper construction method using aluminum structural members instead of traditional wood studs.
A designation indicating a camper is designed for cold-weather use, typically meaning enclosed and heated holding tanks, upgraded insulation (R-7+), thermal-pane windows, a furnace rated for below-freezing temperatures, and insulated plumbing.
A truck camper with fixed, rigid walls that don't collapse for travel.