100% Recycled eps360® Works Full Circle in Police Department Building Construction Having outgrown a building constructed in 1975, the City of Watertown SD made plans to construct modern police department quarters. Keeping green building principles in mind while working in accordance with Watertown Mayor Gary Williams' "Buy Watertown" initiative, architects specified Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) by local manufacturer Enercept, Inc. These super […]
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On September 6, 2010 the Watertown Area Chamber of Commerce named Benchmark Foam Inc. Business of the Week. Operating in Watertown SD since the company was formed in 1988, Benchmark Foam manufactures products from expanded polystyrene (EPS) and other specialty plastics. Some products are commercial and residential insulation, custom molded packaging, roofing insulation, insulated concrete forms (ICF), Geofoam and […]
A new standard among home buyers is green living. A key element in green living is energy efficiency within several areas of the home. Homeowners are deciding it’s a better investment to buy or build an energy efficient home than spend the money on utility bills. One component of an energy efficient home is Insulated […]
In early 2010, Signs By Benchmark, a division of Benchmark Foam Inc., collaborated with Persona Inc., to create a unique sign that was installed in Dayton, Ohio. Standing 80′ tall, the 25′ high X 20′ wide sign magestically advertises a new Residence Inn by Marriott. When Persona Inc. personnel realized that their customer’s design called for components not easily […]
In early June 2010, Benchmark Foam Inc. revealed a new in-floor heat product that simplifies radiant tube placement while completely defeating flotation, displacement and uneven heat problems. In the past, tube installation was a costly, time-consuming, laborious chore. New Benchmark Foam Thermo-Snap™ (patent pending) changes all of that. Fabricated with 6" on-center pathways, this new product allows the installer […]
Benchmark Foam recently supplied expanded polystyrene (EPS) for a major South Dakota road construction project. Manufactured as Voids, a product used in the fabrication of building materials (or to fill cavities in existing materials), the EPS was molded to densities and dimensions specified by the customer. Shipments were scheduled to accommodate the customer’s production needs, […]
On November 20, 2009, Benchmark Foam opened the doors of its new 64,000-square-foot Watertown S.D. plant to a steady stream of guests. Chamber of Commerce dignitaries and Benchmark Foam President Tom Devine officiated at a ribbon-cutting ceremony that marked the return of the entire Benchmark team to one facility after nearly a year in temporary quarters. […]
In July 2009, Benchmark Foam President Tom Devine stated, “Seven months ago, I told customers, employees and friends in the community that we would be in our new building by August 2009. For the most part, it’s true. Our production crew is planning to move into our new building in August. It’s a day our […]
09-24-09 Welcome new visitors and old friends with attractive signs that reflect the character and hospitality of your community. Create signage that is unique to your area’s features and culture. Signs By Benchmark, a division of Benchmark Foam, can work with you to recommend the most cost-effective, yet attention-getting options for: • Points of entry […]
09-16-09 Benchmark Foam continues its ongoing commitment to the Watertown Area Habitat for Humanity. The most recent project is the foundation for one of two homes scheduled for construction in Watertown, South Dakota. Working with Habitat personnel, Benchmark Foam employees volunteered to oversee and assist in the installation of its expanded polystyrene (EPS) Insulated […]