In recent years, onshoring has become more popular. This is due to several things, like increased international tariffs, supply chain disruptions, and people beginning to support local economies again. At Benchmark Foam, we offer foam solutions for businesses that are choosing to manufacture closer to home. How Tariffs Affect Manufacturing Tariffs on imported goods have […]
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Benchmark Foam now offers its patented Thermo-Snap in a 100% recycled option. Thermo-Snap 360® is a 100% recycled insulating panel that securely holds PEX tubing for in floor heat systems, bringing added sustainability to thermal performance. A smart alternative for environmentally conscious builders, Thermo-Snap 360® is produced from clean, dry, post-consumer expanded polystyrene (EPS). The […]
When Project Manager Tim Davis of Goss Foundations was contracted to build a radius concrete bench in front of the District 8 Federal Courthouse in Council Bluffs Iowa, his first call was to Sales Representative Matt Frey of Benchmark Foam. Due to the short time frame in which they needed to complete the job, Davis […]
There are many great reasons why a builder might choose insulated concrete forms (ICFs) for a project. The resulting structure will be more resistant to weather, insects and fire than its wooden counterpart. Concrete walls dampen sound better and often result in lower utility bills with a marked decrease in insurance premiums. The fall of […]
A 12′ foam-core replica work boot is featured on the cover of the March 2021 issue of Sign Builder Illustrated magazine. The boot was created by Signs By Benchmark, a division of Benchmark Foam, as part of a pole sign project for a boot and apparel shop in Michigan. Working with a design from Baker […]
While not all Benchmark Foam products are used for the insulating power of its expanded polystyrene (EPS), it was a top feature for helping maintain water temperature in an exterior waterslide. The 120 ft. enclosed waterslide at the Prairie Lakes Wellness Center was experiencing cooling water and even some icy spots when the outdoor temperature […]
While modular building is not a new form of construction, it is regaining some popularity. Modular construction is a process of a building being constructed off-site, then shipped to its final destination in modules that are formed or placed together to create the full building. While the method of construction may change, the need for […]
In an effort to support local businesses by attracting people to its downtown area, the Watertown Development Company (WDC) of Watertown, S.D., sought out other community members and businesses to join together to create a winter wonderland. Working to transform the city center into “A Merry & Bright Christmas,” the WDC looked to Benchmark Foam […]
Benchmark Foam now offers another superior packaging solution with Foam-In-Place (FIP) protective packaging. Ship with confidence that your product will arrive as expected when packaged with Foam-In-Place. Molded by combining two liquid foams in high density polyethylene (HDPE) bags, film or prefabricated molds, the mixture expands rapidly to create a custom protective shell around the […]
On time delivery, versatility made Benchmark an ideal partner The plans for a new luxury loft community in uptown Sioux Falls, S.D. included an expansive 50,000 sq. ft. courtyard that required expanded polystyrene (EPS) geofoam to help accomplish the grand design. Since living spaces were constructed prior to beginning the courtyard, the general contractor, Lloyd […]