Custom shape molding has been a cornerstone of Benchmark Foam’s product line for more than 20 years. As technology changes and expands, so has the way Benchmark manufactures these ever-changing products. Innovation allowed Benchmark to add automated shuttle machines on the existing equipment to mold expanded polystyrene (EPS) around plastic inserts. The plastic inserts are […]
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Customized options to meet minimum R-Value requirements Remodeling an historic building to allow for modern day furnishings had one contractor looking for help on how to provide better energy efficiency without ruining the longstanding structure. Benchmark Foam had the perfect fit: PreFirred insulation. PreFirred insulation is made of high quality expanded EPS polystyrene with an […]
Energy-efficiency with added storage satisfies owner Homeowners often have a laundry list of wishes as they seek out a general contractor for their project. One contractor was tasked with building a multi-family housing unit with lots of storage. To best accomplish this, the contractor decided to use a 4-foot ICF insulated concrete form wall to […]
Benchmark offers several options ideal for in-floor heat If you’re thinking of adding on or renovating your current home and want to include an in-floor heat system, you’ll need a sub-slab insulation board. Here’s why you should use Benchmark Foam: Benchmark Foam has been cutting and shaping expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam insulation in innovative ways […]
The mere sight of our bright, 3D candy architectural accent pieces not only capture the eye, but make the mouth water as well! Created by Signs By Benchmark (a division of Benchmark Foam), the 72″ diameter four color spiral sucker is accompanied by a 30″ diameter Tootsie Pop and an 18″ diameter Twist Pip. When […]
Benchmark Foam Uses own Products on Addition to its Watertown, South Dakota Facility Most sub-slab projects are specified to use any rigid polystyrene insulation – and from that description, contractors often pay more for pink extruded polystyrene (XPS) because it is widely accessible – and sometimes even recommended, in big box stores. While XPS is […]
Our Signs By Benchmark (a division of Benchmark Foam) team recently had some fun engaging in the holiday spirit while creating 7′ tall, 3D snowmen destined for outdoor placement. Each snowman features all the elements of the traditional Frosty, complete with top hat, scarf, carrot nose and “eyes made out of coal.” Well, cellular plastic […]
Signs By Benchmark Creates 3D Snowman Architectural Accent Permafrost Benny, a 3-dimensional “life-sized” marshmallow snowman, was created by Signs By Benchmark, a division of Benchmark Foam, from its lightweight expanded polystyrene (EPS) foam and signature sealing polyurea hard coat that ensures long life and durability. Embracing the idea of snowy weather, 3-ft. tall Permafrost Benny […]
Dome Shaped Roof Calls for Out-of-the-box Product Needs When an area attraction needed a new roof for an architecturally pleasing, yet complex building, the contractor called Benchmark Foam for roofing insulation help. The Washington Pavilion (Sioux Falls, S.D.) is the region’s home for the arts, entertainment and science. Earlier this fall, the Wells Fargo CineDome, […]
Benchmark ICF and Thermo-Snap™ prove ideal for pole barns and outbuildings Every year in the Midwest, thousands of outbuildings, including pole barns and machine sheds, are built, refurbished or added onto. Many of these buildings are using Insulated Concrete Forms (ICF) to add energy efficiency to the property. While using ICFs may have increased construction costs, […]