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Solstice Advanced Materials to Acquire Element Solutions in Transaction Valued at $14.5B
- By Solstice Advanced Materials
- Added on Jul 08, 2026
Solstice Advanced Materials has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Element Solutions in a cash-and-stock transaction valued at approximately $14.5 billion, including net debt. The combined company is expected to expand Solstice’s reach across electronics, AI infrastructure, thermal management, data center cooling, refrigerant solutions, and specialty materials markets. read more

Global Chemical Leaders Invest in the Future of High-Performance Materials
- By ChemNet
- Added on Jul 06, 2026
Global chemical companies are making strategic moves to strengthen their high-performance materials businesses. Recent acquisitions, divestitures, and spin-offs from Covestro, BASF, INEOS, and Honeywell point to continued innovation, stronger supply networks, and growth across industries connected to polyurethanes, coatings, adhesives, and spray foam. read more

BASF Finalizes Sale of Coatings Business to Carlyle
- By BASF Coatings
- Added on Jul 02, 2026
BASF has completed its coatings transaction with Carlyle, receiving around €5.8 billion in pre-tax cash proceeds and retaining a 40% equity stake in Surventis, formerly BASF Coatings. The deal supports BASF’s strategy to sharpen its portfolio focus while continuing to participate in the coatings business’s future growth. read more

IDI Strengthens Midwest Spray Foam Presence with MCC Equipment Acquisition
- By MDM Staff
- Added on Jul 02, 2026
Insulation Distributors Inc. has acquired MCC Equipment & Service Center, a Plainfield, Indiana-based distributor specializing in spray foam and polyurea equipment, materials, rig construction, repairs and contractor training. The deal follows IDI’s acquisition of Design North Supply one day earlier. read more

QXO Completes Acquisition of TopBuild Corp.
- By QXO, Inc.
- Added on Jul 01, 2026
QXO, Inc. has completed its acquisition of TopBuild Corp., expanding its scale and capabilities across the building products value chain. The deal strengthens QXO’s leadership in insulation, roofing, waterproofing, and building materials while adding TopBuild’s installation expertise. read more

IDI Expands Northwest Reach with Acquisition of Design North Supply
- By PRNewswire
- Added on Jun 30, 2026
IDI has acquired Design North Supply, expanding its spray foam and insulation distribution network across the Northwest. The acquisition strengthens regional contractor support while giving Design North customers access to IDI’s national infrastructure, broader product portfolio, and industry expertise. read more

Texas A&M-San Antonio Debuts $10M Athletic Complex
- By PRNewswire
- Added on Jun 26, 2026
Texas A&M University-San Antonio celebrated the grand opening of its new Track and Field Complex, a $10 million Bexar County-supported project that includes an eight-lane competition track, multipurpose field, and renovated softball field. The facility marks a major step in the University’s athletics expansion, supporting new track and field and cross country programs while providing upgraded spaces for student-athletes and the surrounding community. read more

Cheap Today, Costly Tomorrow
- By Tom Harris, PUR Consulting LLC
- Added on Jun 25, 2026
Tom Harris of PUR Consulting LLC explains why purchasing imported or non-compliant spray polyurethane foam materials can place contractors at serious risk. This article outlines U.S. and Canadian code-compliance requirements, third-party testing expectations, importer liability, insurance concerns, and the long-term consequences of choosing low-cost, unapproved systems. read more

NCFI Polyurethanes Welcomes Rex Klentzman, P.E. to Geotechnical Division
- By NCFI
- Added on Jun 23, 2026
One of the industry's most respected and experienced technical authorities in polyurethane ground improvement and specialty grouting joins NCFI to support technical education, project development, and engineering engagement. read more

ICAA 2026 - Registration is OPEN
- By Insulation Contractors Association of America
- Added on Jun 17, 2026
Registration is now open for ICAA 2026, the premier event for the insulation industry. Join contractors, exhibitors, suppliers, and industry leaders in Dallas for the largest ICAA Trade Show to date. Attendees can explore the latest products and solutions, take part in valuable educational sessions, build meaningful industry connections, and enjoy the return of the popular golf outing at Cowboys Golf Club. read more

Konrad Wernthaler Named President of Gaco and Enverge
- By Amrize
- Added on Jun 17, 2026
In this role, Wernthaler will oversee the strategic direction, operational execution, and commercial growth of both business units, serving a broad spectrum of commercial and residential markets across the roofing, waterproofing, sealants, adhesives, and insulation industries. read more

Olin and Huntsman to Merge, Creating $12B North American Chemicals Leader
- By Olin Corporation; Huntsman Corporation
- Added on Jun 16, 2026
Olin Corporation and Huntsman Corporation have entered into a definitive agreement to merge, creating a major North American chemicals company with expanded polyurethane systems, advanced materials and upstream chemical capabilities. The combined company, to be named OlinHuntsman, expects more than $400 million in cost synergies and integration benefits, with the transaction anticipated to close in the first half of 2027. read more