The Chemistry of Construction
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Energy Efficiency Durability Speed of Construction 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. As The Chemical Company, BASF is a leader in the construction industry. With more than 600 products serving 75 construction product categories, BASF offers the broadest portfolio of products used directly on construction sites, or integrated into other products, to improve the performance of construction...

OPPANOL® PIB for solar panels Acronal® latex in flexible roof coating STYROPOR® EPS Structural Insulated Panel ELASTOCOAT™ elastomeric coating RADIANCE™ low-e attic barrier Senerflex® moisture drainage EIFS Senershield® air/weather barrier STYROPOR® or NEOPOR® EPS insulation Micronal® PCM SmartBoard™ phase-change gypsum board Watson Bowman Acme expansion joint OPPANOL® PIB thermoplastic spacer THORO® wall coatings SONNEBORN joint sealants ® BASOTECT® melamine resin open-cell foam sound dampening Senergy® stucco cement fascia with Senerlastic™ finish CHEMREX® flooring underlayments and...

Commercial buildings Commercial buildings play a vital role in our economy. They are where we work, where we shop and, often, where we play. BASF chemistry helps create building envelopes that enable commercial buildings to use less and offer more. enhance the durability of concrete beams, foundations, slabs, walls, and columns, and provide efflorescence control and water repellency. Pervious concrete and porous asphalt improve drainage and reduce or eliminate the need for storm water storage. Energy efficiency is maximized with insulation materials for roofs, walls and foundations that...

Educational Buildings Schools are a focal point for our communities. Learning happens best in environments that are healthy, safe and comfortable. BASF chemistry helps schools achieve this while also meeting mandates—and budgets. Spend money on educating students, not energy bills, with BASF insulation technologies and air barrier materials that include expandable polystyrene (EPS) and closed-cell spray-applied polyurethane foam (SPF). Used in every part of the building enclosure, these systems offer unparalleled energy saving performance. Keep unconditioned air out of the classroom for...

Senershield® air/weather barrier ELASTOCOAT™ elastomeric coating Senergy® stucco cement fascia with Senerlastic™ finish THORO® wall coatings STYROPOR® or NEOPOR® EPS trim Senerflex® moisture-drainage EIFS SONNEBORN® joint sealants STYROPOR® EPS Structural Insulated Panel Micronal® PCM SmartBoard™ phase-change gypsum board Basotect® melamine resin open-cell foam OPPANOL® PIB thermoplastic spacer SRS® flooring Palusol® fireboard panels Watson Bowman Acme expansion joint STYROPOR® or NEOPOR® EPS insulation PermaLath® stucco lath STYROPOR® or NEOPOR® EPS Insulating Concrete Form WALLTITE® SPF...

RHEODYNAMIC® self-consolidating concrete RHEOMAC® silica fume POZZOLITH® accelerating and retarding admixtures RHEOCRETE® corrosion inhibiting admixtures STYROFAN® latex concrete modifier Butonal® latex asphalt preservation for roadways DEGADECK® deck overlay system THORO® coatings MBrace® concrete strengthening system MBT® Protection & Repair concrete repair Watson Bowman Acme expansion joint ELASTOCOAT™ polyurea coating SOKALAN® concrete superplasticizer GLENIUM® superplasticizing high-range water-reducing admixtures PolyHeed® mid-range water-reducing admixtures

Infrastructure, including roads, bridges and tunnels, is integral to the economic vitality of modern society. Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists want to reach their destination without hassles from lengthy construction and repair activities. BASF chemistry helps you build infrastructure faster that lasts longer. Expansion joints absorb stress and provide flexibility for safety and durability. BASF offerings include solutions for the world’s largest bridge structures that require state-of-the-art large movement or seismically designed joint systems. They can be installed quickly so roadways...

Residential buildings Everyone should have a great place to live. Somewhere safe, comfortable and healthy that’s also affordable to own and occupy. BASF chemistry is helping to make housing more sustainable. In 2001, the average American homeowner paid around $2,000 a year on energy bills according to Energy Star®. Solar panels featuring polyisobutylene adhesives and sealants convert light to electricity. BASF expandable polystyrene (EPS) and spray-applied polyurethane foam (SPF) materials offer industry-leading insulation and air migration control for foundations, walls and attics—all of...

OPPANOL® PIB for solar panels SONNEBORN® joint sealants STYROPOR® EPS Structural Insulated Panel Senturion® III moisture drainage EIFS RADIANCE® low-e attic barrier LURAN® S ASA vinyl siding OPPANOL® PIB thermoplastic spacer LURAN® S ASA vinyl decking Micronal® PCM SmartBoard™ phase-change gypsum board COMFORT FOAM® SPF insulation and air barrier STYROPOR® or NEOPOR® EPS fascia detail Senergy® textured acrylic surfacing Watson Bowman Acme expansion joint CHEMREX® flooring adhesives TERMIDOR® termite control STYROPOR® or NEOPOR® EPS Insulating Concrete Form Senergy® stucco cement fascia with...

Practicing sustainability can help identify and capitalize on opportunities, boost profit and help generate new business for construction professionals. BASF is committed to developing innovative construction products and technologies that contribute With a suite of tools and resources, as well as access to extensive R&D facilities at home and around the world, we work toward continuous improvement for BASF construction solutions. To develop technologies that help reduce maintenance, energy consumption, carbon footprint and waste sent to landfills. Technologies that improve the comfort,...