For years, customers have relied on Benchmark Foam for high density, high performance expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation for underneath hydronic-heated slabs. Within the last four years, more than 11 million square feet has been installed. In most cases, a contractor or property owner specifies the compressive strength, R-Value and insulation thickness of the EPS insulation […]
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Benchmark Foam had the opportunity to “return the favor” when a loyal customer, who typically gives plenty of lead time, needed an urgent order. The order was for more than 6000 pieces of a custom-cut expanded polystyrene (EPS) packaging product. The EPS packaging material ensures the new condition of Larson® Storm Doors during transit. To […]
With all the options for Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) on the market today, you might ask, “Why Benchmark?” Here’s why; as a Midwestern manufacturer, we believe that building strong relationships with our customers is why we continue to meet all their ICF needs. We manufacture an ICF block that is ideal for any building specification, […]
Benchmark Foam EPS used for sculpture on display at Chicago Navy pier Winterfest For the past four years, Kim McComb and Mike Dillon have been creating an EPS expanded polystyrene sculpture for "Winterfest" at the Navy pier in Chicago. This past February, their sculpture of choice was that of a spunky rabbit, "Charlie Cottontail". "Winterfest […]
When Signs West of Austin, Texas designed for, then landed a project calling for a 20’ high illuminated sign to replace outdated existing signage, they quickly realized that a traditional masonry structure was cost prohibitive for the end customer. Looking for a more affordable medium that would still fulfill the design with style and durability, […]
Benchmark Foam boasts an array of options when it comes to protecting your assets with the right packaging material. From our high quality expanded polystyrene (EPS), to the soft, yet resilient expanded polyethylene (EPE) to heavy-duty expanded polypropylene (EPP), we can meet almost any specification. Also available from Benchmark Foam are multi-functional products including flexible […]
On-Time Guarantee from Benchmark Foam delivers as promised Benchmark Foam prides itself on having the industry’s only On Time Delivery Guarantee, which plays a key factor for customers with strict schedules. Recently, a customer ordered a half truckload of sub slab expanded polystyrene (EPS) that needed to be delivered within a few days. To keep […]
A recent Signs By Benchmark (a division of Benchmark Foam) collaboration with Sign Source of Ada, Oklahoma resulted in a beautiful version of our Signs By Benchmark Standard Model #2 cellular plastic monument sign. Standing 76″ high x 116″ wide x 22″ deep, the double sided monument is elevated to provide greater visibility above parked vehicles. Matching Signs […]
Working with Indigo Signworks of Grand Forks, N.D., the Signs By Benchmark (a divison of Benchmark Foam) team put their experience and skills to work creating a custom 3D interior sign destined for installation in the Ralph Engelstad Arena of Grand Forks, N.D. Based on the end customer’s logo, the body of the sign is a huge, 108″ […]
Benchmark Foam ICF one piece 45-degree corner as used by Modern Operators of Bemidji, Minnesota offers design flexibility homeowners desire without adding time and material costs for installers Although it’s not a new concept to integrate 45-degree corners with Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF), there is a new design from Benchmark Foam that saves installation […]