Supporting Materials

RS Means Time and Motion Study -- SIPs

An analysis of the cost benefits and efficiencies associated with installing SIPs.

Residential Wall Insulation Eco-Efficiency Analysis

This study compares different insulating systems for residential housing.

SIP Productivity Study

The purpose of this SIP Productivity Study is to compare the costs and labor hours needed to erect a one-story detached house using structural insulated panels (SIPs) for the exterior walls and roof with the cost and effort using conventional framing.

BASF Corporation Time and Motion Study

The research objective was to evaluate the installation time and cost associated with SIPs, as compared with conventional framing comprised of 2 x 6 framing, and oriented strand board (OSB) sheathing, to which thermal insulation is added.

Spray Polyurethane Foam Sustainability Brochure

Spray Polyurethane Foam Sustainability Brochure

Helping Build High-Performance Communities

BASF Construction capabilities for high-performance communities.

Everything you need to know about SIPs

An introduction to the various types and benefits of structural insulated panel (SIPs), how BASF chemistry helps make SIPs perform.

BASF Near-Zero Energy Classroom and Wildlife Habitat

Design to achieve LEED® Platinum
The BASF Near-Zero Energy Classroom and Wildlife Habitat, currently under construction in the city of Rensselaer, New York, is intended to become an international showcase for holistic sustainable development, including best practices in site remediation and high-performance commercial construction.

Working with cities to fight climate change

BASF works with cities to fight climate change.

Micro-Seminar Schedule for Greenbuild 2008

Visit booth 818 to participate in micro-seminars on products that improve energy efficiency, durability and speed of construction.

The Chemistry of Construction Brochure

Chemistry is the building block of construction. It’s used in almost every component of every structure— commercial, educational, infrastructure or residential. Chemistry helps save energy. Makes materials stronger. Speeds construction. In this brochure, read about how BASF offers the broadest portfolio of products used in construction sites, or integrated into other products, to improve the performance of construction products.

Energy Efficiency in Buildings Publication

This publication details simple, cost-effective solutions that help to improve indoor comfort, decrease heating and cooling equipment needs and reduce energy use. It also reviews new energy regulations globally, distills ground-breaking, international demonstration projects, and presents a comprehensive study on the effectiveness of thermal insulation in different climates in eight countries.

Educational Sessions at IBS 2009

A schedule of BASF events at the 2009 International Builders' Show, including educational sessions, live demonstrations, special press events and the First Annual BASF Builders Challenge Award Ceremony.

Please note: Sam Rashkin, National Director, Energy Star for Homes, will present “Strategies for Surviving a Soft Real Estate Market: six business strategies builders can employ with Energy Star to help them weather the current economic storm,” on January 20, 2009 from 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM at booth BASF booth C4623. This event has been changed from its previously promoted time.

First Annual BASF Forum on Sustainable Construction

On November 19, 2008 BASF hosted a forum on Sustainable Construction during the USGBC GreenBuild 2008 International Conference and Expo. The Forum was preceded by a brief on-line survey completed by 125 invitees. The attached presentation outlines the survey results.

Pepper Viner/BASF High-Performance Home Grand Opening - see how Tucson is taking the lead in green building

This is a Tucson first! BASF, the world’s largest chemical company, chose Pepper Viner to help establish processes that could be used by production builders nationwide to improve energy savings. In an unprecedented collaboration, they built the Pepper Viner/BASF High-Performance Home – a home that is over 81% more efficient when compared to typical new homes, a home that rates at 19 on the Department of Energy’s EnergySmart Home Scale, remarkably close to a net zero energy home.

BASF Greenbuild 2009 Session Schedule

Have questions about sustainable construction? Get answers in 15 minutes or less.
Visit booth 2166 to participate in micro-seminars on products that improve energy efficiency, durability and speed of construction.

Jack Armstrong of BASF on Energy Efficiency at Solar Decathlon 2009 Panel

Jack Armstrong of BASF on Energy Efficiency at Solar Decathlon 2009 Panel

Artistic Homes of New Mexico - Builders Challenge award

Artistic Homes of New Mexico

Ecofutures Building Inc. - Builders Challenge award

Ecofutures Building Inc.

Tim O’Brien Homes - Builders Challenge award

Tim O’Brien Homes

David Weekley Homes - Builders Challenge award

David Weekley Homes

Yavapai College - Builders Challenge Award

Yavapai College - Builders Challenge Award