Benchmark Foam, an EPS expanded polystyrene manufacturer, announces the issuance of US Patent No. D664,626 S and US Patent No. D669,153 S by the United States Patent and Trademark Office for its new product line of innovative Interlocking Tank Pads. The proprietary design is revealed with the successful use of its coated EPS cellular plastic as an […]
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Already offering superior strength and durabilty, high density expanded polystyrene (EPS) offers a dual purpose in an unusual geofoam application. One of our customers wanted to use Benchmark Foam’s high density EPS geofoam as an insulated filler to even out the ground prior to assembling a professional ice skating rink on top. The high density […]
When Brushmarks Signs of Detroit Lakes, Minnesota made the call, Signs By Benchmark (a division of Benchmark Foam, Inc.) stood ready to create a large lightweight, exterior wall-mount cellular plastic sign. The fact that design called for both lettering and a large three dimensional logo only made the job more interesting for the Signs By […]
Benchmark Foam’s 100% recycled eps360® helps achieve an average insulation R-Value of 40 in tapered roof system The new middle school in Sioux Falls, S.D. – called NW Middle School until officials determine a permanent name – features Benchmark Foam’s 100% recycled product, eps360®, as the roof insulation base and a tapered roof system on […]
Benchmark Foam EPS expanded polystyrene products contain EPA approved termite control As our Benchmark Foam customers continue to grow in new markets and regions, some of our manufacturing processes have altered to meet new needs. With stricter regulations in certain areas, contractors must use termite treated products to protect the homeowner and property occupants. Because […]
Simultaneously creating multiples of a sign design is standard practice at Signs By Benchmark (a division of Benchmark Foam, Inc.). One recent example is twenty wayfinding signs created for a Florida Sign-A-Rama sign shop. Destined for exterior installation, the signs vary in size and design according to individual placement needs. Multiple runs without tooling costs […]
On July 1 2012, Benchmark Foam became a certified manufacturer for Direct to Deck roof insulation. The ICC-ES Evaluation Report ESR-3412 approves Benchmark Foam’s EPS expanded polystyrene roof insulation products to be applied directly over steel roof decks without a thermal barrier in the roof system; giving contractors and roofers added value with reduced […]
Once experiencing the versatility and strength in Benchmark Foam insulated concrete forms (ICF) combined with the superior customer service, Brian Haak of BRH Products & Services chose ICF by Benchmark Foam to remodel/add on to his personal residence. After having success with customer projects, Haak found the benefits of Benchmark Foam‘s ICFs to be a […]
The versatility of Benchmark Foam ICF Insulated Concrete Forms was recently proven when contractor A.J. York designed, then constructed exterior curved concrete stairs for his customer. Wishing to eliminate the usual weight and pressure against the building structure, York went one step further – his design specified Benchmark Foam's geofoam encased in concrete for the […]
When Superfrog Signs & Graphics (Moorhead, Minn.) designed signage for a new commercial construction project, they quickly gave the Signs By Benchmark team a call. Design considerations included matching the finish of the building while creating space for recessed tenant panels on the sign face. The answer was a highly compatible post & panel sign that advertises while […]