About Premier Building Systems

Firmly rooted in a desire to help create stronger, healthier, more sustainable structures.

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INTEGRITY IS AT THE CORE OF EVERYTHING WE DO

Our Brand Story

Family-owned and founded in 1977, Premier Building Systems (PBS) has grown under the same family ownership for more than 50 years. Originally founded as Big Sky Insulations (BSI), the company’s manufacturing and distribution focused on servicing the Big Sky region of the U.S. As ownership realized the growing demand for high performance building systems, BSI started to invest in the advancement of its sustainable construction solutions, and the organization has grown steadily since. 

Premier’s ownership has been involved in pioneering the MPS, SIP and ICF industries in North America and continues to innovate new product applications. With a commitment to developing and utilizing the most efficient equipment and processes, PBS continually strives to provide exceptional value, service, and systems to their customers.  

OUR HISTORY

An Evolution of Innovation

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1977

The first MPS rigid insulation (now R-Shield Insulation) production facility opened, known as Big Sky Insulations (BSI). The founding family, the Huempfner family, has since expanded operations and product lines extensively, and still proudly owns the company today.

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1979

BSI became one of five founding members of AFM Corp (Associated Foam Manufacturers). All were rigid molded polystyrene (MPS) insulation manufacturers, with the products branded “Foam Control.” AFM Corp served as the marketing, R&D, and quality control arm for all the manufacturing owners, and quickly became the leading collective organization for the North America MPS/polystyrene industry.

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1982

Brad Huempfner (President/owner of PBS), one of the founding family’s seven children, ran one of BSI’s MPS insulation “Foam Control” facilities in Southern Wisconsin. This manufacturing facility became a front-runner in laminating composites & insulation together for commercial roofing applications.

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1984

AFM Corp started a new product innovation committee to research product diversification opportunities for North America.  With his expertise in laminating building materials, Huempfner spearheaded in the Structural Insulated Panel (SIPs) research.

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1985

AFM Corp received all major model building code requirements for the United States for Structural Insulated Panels (ICBO, BOCA, SBCCI) - The brand R-Control SIPS was born.

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1988

AFM Corp has grown to 36 manufacturing locations across North America now manufacturing and distributing R-Control SIPS and Foam Control MPS Insulation.

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1990

BSI is one of the first MPS insulation manufacturers to produce 100% recycled polystyrene.

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1994

AFM develops ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) product line called R-Control ICFs (now Premier ICF).

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2005

Huempfner, now the primary share owner of BSI, purchases the ICF product line (now Premier ICF) from AFM, and managed distribution for all other AFM companies.

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2018

After more than a decade of continued growth, Huempfner purchased Premier Building Systems & the widely known “Premier SIPS” brand from Carlisle Construction Materials. Premier SIPS originally launched in the early 1980’s and had almost 40 years of expertise to add to the new organization.

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2019

Combined under common ownership, the R-Control SIPS & Premier SIPS brands are the largest and most reputable in North America - covering the western two-thirds of the United States and Canada.

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2020

AFM sold its MPS insulation brand “Foam Control,” however Big Sky Insulations maintained its MPS Insulation manufacturing facilities and teams. Big Sky’s MPS products were re-branded to “R-Shield” Insulation & Geofoam.

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2021

To streamline the Premier family of products, the ICF product line is rebranded as Premier ICF.

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WHO WE WORK TIRELESSLY TO BECOME

Our Vision

To be the building products and systems of choice for design and construction professionals by inspiring them to build faster, stronger and greener!

More than just focused on the manufacturing and distribution of high-performing sustainable building systems, the entire organization is built on a culture of respect, being customer-focused, and actively serving our communities.

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PROVIDING SUSTAINABLE QUALITY

Our Mission

Premier Building Systems' mission is to efficiently manufacture, market, and sell at a reasonable profit, quality EPS products and panel systems, while exceeding our customers’ expectations.

Join us, and help make difference in our communities by creating high-performing, energy efficient, and sustainable structures.

TEAMS FOCUSED ON CONTINUED GROWTH

Our Core Values

Premier’s Core Values are the critical beliefs and ingrained principles which guide the actions of our teams in everything we do.

Integrity

Integrity

We conduct all affairs with integrity and strive to always do the right thing.

Customer Centric

Customer Centric

We focus on serving our customers, both external and internal, building long-term relationships.

Teamwork

Teamwork

We unify individual efforts, at times sacrificing individual goals, to achieve a greater overall result.

Commitment

Commitment

We aim to reach our best potential, while serving our customers and delivering value to our organization.

Change

Change

We embrace change! We challenge the status quo and strive for continuous improvement.

Knowledge

Knowledge

We seek, use & share the best available knowledge to deliver value to our customers and teammates.

Respect

Respect

We treat teammates and customers with respect and dignity at all times.

Purpose

Purpose

We find purpose, meaning & enjoyment in our work by contributing to our organization’s mission.

Get in Touch With Us

Premier Building Systems has been manufacturing high-performing building systems for over 50 years. Contact us today to learn more about partnering with us to learn more, or to explore the best options for your next residential, commercial, or civil project.

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