Rigid PU Foam for Thermal Insulation

Created to Address Energy Consumption

The earth's dwindling resources have driven BASF to join the battle to conserve energy by using its various rigid polyurethane foam formulations to help reduce fossil fuel consumption. Our rigid polyurethane foams offer excellent thermal insulation properties, helping to dramatically reduce energy consumption in many appliances.

Appliance manufacturers throughout Asia, Europe and North and South America are experiencing exceptional results using ElastoporŪ, ElastocoolŪ and Elastocool™ Plus rigid polyurethane insulating foams supplied by BASF in their specialty, commercial and domestic refrigeration units, water heaters and picnic coolers.

Superior Product for Today and Tomorrow

The superior thermal insulation properties of BASF polyurethane rigid foams are the result of a mix of fine, closed-cell foam structure, coupled with gaseous and non-gaseous blowing agents. When combined with its excellent sealing properties, our rigid foams become an outstanding prospect for the future, especially as energy costs continue to rise.

Product Development Support

BASF has developed a variety of rigid polyurethane foams that meet the specific demands in a variety of insulation applications. The reliable processing properties of Elastopor®, Elastocool® and Elastocool™ Plus satisfy our customers’ broadest requirements, including heat, frost and temperature resistance (-50°C to 100°C).