Progressive Foam Technologies (PFT), today announced it will begin using BASF's Neopor thermal foam in a new line of high-performance siding insulation products. Neopor contains high-purity graphite particles that enhance insulation efficiencyso you can provide greater insulating effect with the same amount of material.
"Neopor's combination of a high and long-term stable R-value , bulk water and water vapor management performance, and adaptability provide a unique combination of performance attributes in insulation materials," said Aaron Wood, Marketing and Innovation Manager, for BASF Foams in North America. "Progressive Foam is leveraging these attributes and its 21 year heritage as a leader and innovator in siding insulation to support the new building codes."
The new International Energy Conservation Code (IECC 2012 Energy Code requires contractors in most climate zones to install a thermal break between the sheathing and the siding in 2x4 construction.
"The addition of the Premium Series product line, made of Neopor, adds a higher performance option for contractors and homeowners," says Pat Culpepper, President of Progressive Foam Technologies, Inc. "With new energy codes in place, siding insulation can no longer be considered an option or an upgrade. The time is right for siding insulation made of Neopor."
In addition to enhanced insulation properties, Progressive Foam's Premium Series of siding insulation made of Neopor delivers the same advantages of thermal bridge reduction and moisture management, and allows homes to "breathe" while reducing air infiltration--standards across all PFT siding insulation products.
BASF - The Chemical Company
BASF Corporation, headquartered in Florham Park, New Jersey, is the North American affiliate of BASF SE, Ludwigshafen, Germany. BASF has more than 16,000 employees in North America, and had sales of $20 billion in 2011. For more information about BASF's North American operations, visit .
BASF is the world's leading chemical company: The Chemical Company. Its portfolio ranges from chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas. We combine economic success, social responsibility and environmental protection. Through science and innovation we enable our customers in almost all industries to meet the current and future needs of society. Our products and system solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring healthy food and nutrition and helping to improve the quality of life. We have summed up this contribution in our corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future. BASF posted sales of about EUR73.5 billion in 2011 and had more than 111,000 employees as of the end of the year. Further information on BASF is available on the Internet at .
About Progressive Foam Technologies, Inc.
With core competencies in product development and innovation, advanced process technologies, and marketing for product commercialization, Progressive Foam invented Fullback Siding Insulation.
Progressive Foam manufactures siding insulation, which serves as a thermal bridge reducer, while increasing energy efficiency, reducing air infiltration and providing moisture management. Because the insulation is contoured to fill the gap between the siding and the wall, it also enhances the performance of the siding--providing additional benefits such as improved appearance and increased durability.
Progressive Foam also pioneers innovations in energy-efficient manufacturing, while minimizing manufacturing waste. Progressive Foam is dedicated to fulfilling increased demand for siding insulation for homeowners, builders and contractors who are looking for ways to reduce energy consumption.
Neopor is a registered trademark of BASF SE.