BASF Promotes Construction Insulation Solutions to Facilitate Sustainable Construction in China

BEIJING, CHINA – April 14, 2014 – BASF, the world's leading chemical company, is demonstrating a range of its innovative insulation solutions and the energy-efficient Passive House concept to facilitate sustainable construction in China at the 10th International Conference on Green and Energy-Efficient Building & New Technologies and Products Expo (IGEBC).

Dr. Zheng Daqing, Senior Vice President, Business and Market Development, Greater China, BASF, said, "BASF is committed to promoting sustainable construction in China. With our advanced construction insulation products and solutions for the construction industry plus extensive local implementation, we are well-positioned to support the central government's goal of emission reduction and sustainable development."

Energy efficiency in buildings plays an important role in reducing energy consumption and improving living comfort. At the event, LUWOGE consult GmbH, the real estate subsidiary specialized in providing consultancy on energy-efficient, sustainable modernization and new construction under BASF, has presented the Passive House concept and its overall benefits. A passive house is an integrated solution for energy efficiency building originating from Europe. In the nation's pursuit of energy-efficient buildings, the Passive House is a great way in providing maximum comfort with minimum energy costs.

BASF is dedicating to offering innovative products and solutions for the construction industry. A prime example of BASF innovation is the Master Builders Solutions®, which was launched in Asia Pacific in 2013, offering a portfolio of more than 35,000 construction products under one single brand. It embraces chemical solutions for new construction, maintenance, repair and renovation of buildings as well as infrastructure: concrete admixtures, cement additives, solutions for mining and tunneling, waterproofing, concrete protection and repair products, grouts and high-performance flooring products. This strengthens BASF's industry orientation and reflects its commitment to provide the construction industry with customized products and solutions from a single source.

In addition, BASF is demonstrating its strengths in energy-efficient construction by exhibiting a wide range of raw materials, products and system solutions from roof to floor at the expo, particularly the insulation solutions.

•   Elasturan® window solution for aluminum window profiles is an innovative solution of thermal break to keep the indoor temperature at a comfortable level with its excellent insulation performance.
•   Finestone® EIFS (external insulation and finishing systems) including Finestone® STYRO-E, Finestone® Neo and Finestone® Rock Wool systems, Neopor® innovative foams, Elastospray® CH polyurethane foam and Elastopir® CH PIR lamination board as well as other insulation solutions, enable customers to meet various requirements on thermal insulation and fire protection.
•   Other product highlights include, Basotect® that comes with excellent sound absorption capacity, Ucrete® and MasterTop® that are high performance floor systems as well as inge® water ultrafiltration, which is a pillar technology in BASF's water treatment portfolio that makes clean drinking water accessible and energy saving possible.

BASF is also showcasing many landmark projects it has contributed to, such as Shanghai Tower, the Bird's Nest and Shanghai Oriental Sports Center. Other important projects include Hamburg House in the Shanghai Expo Park, the first certified Passive House in China, as well as Shanghai South Railway Station.

About BASF Greater China: BASF has been a committed partner to Greater China since 1885. With major investments in Nanjing, Shanghai and Chongqing, BASF is one of the largest foreign investors in the Chinese chemical industry, and maintains the BASF Asia Pacific Innovation Campus in Shanghai as a research and development hub for the Asia Pacific region.  In Greater China, BASF posted sales of over €5.48 billion in 2013 and employed 7,606 people as of the end of that year. For further information, please use the contact information and links provided below.

About BASF: 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 with environmental protection and social responsibility. Through science and innovation, we enable our customers in nearly every industry to meet the current and future needs of society. Our products and solutions contribute to conserving resources, ensuring nutrition and improving quality of life. We have summed up this contribution in our corporate purpose: We create chemistry for a sustainable future. BASF had sales of about €74 billion in 2013 and over 112,000 employees as of the end of the year. Further information on BASF is available by clicking the link provided below.