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Elevate Introduces LEED v5 Resource for Roofing Specifications
- By Elevate™
- Added on Jun 11, 2026
Elevate has introduced a LEED v5 Credit Guide designed to help project teams understand how roofing systems can support certification priorities such as carbon reduction, energy efficiency, resilience, water management, and material transparency. The guide outlines how commercial roofing products, including reflective membranes and high R-value insulation, can contribute to measurable performance outcomes under the updated LEED framework. read more

BASF Advances China Expansion as Zhanjiang Site Targets €5B Sales
- By MarketBeat
- Added on Jun 09, 2026
BASF says its new Zhanjiang Verbund site in Guangdong, China, has started operations on schedule and below budget. The facility is expected to generate €4 billion to €5 billion in sales by 2030, with EBITDA turning positive from 2027 as production ramps up. The company is positioning the site as a low-carbon, digitally enabled hub powered by 100% renewable energy. read more

Covestro Baytown Site Receives 2025 Caring for Texas Award for Safety, Sustainability and Community Impact
- By Covestro
- Added on Jun 05, 2026
Covestro’s Baytown, Texas site received the 2025 Caring for Texas Award from the Texas Chemistry Council, recognizing its leadership in safety, environmental stewardship, sustainability, emergency preparedness and community engagement. read more

Covestro Wins 2026 Ohio Chemistry Technology Council Award for Newark Sustainability Project
- By Covestro
- Added on May 26, 2026
Covestro LLC's Newark, Ohio, site has received a 2026 Award for Excellence from the Ohio Chemistry Technology Council for an innovative wastewater treatment enhancement project that strengthens environmental protection and improves water quality. The project includes major technology upgrades designed to eliminate the potential for plastic resin discharge, increase water recycling capabilities and support more sustainable site operations. read more

BASF Has Officially Inaugurated Its Cutting-Edge Automotive OEM Coatings Facility at Its Muenster Site in Germany
- By BASF Coatings
- Added on Nov 12, 2025
BASF Coatings has launched a state-of-the-art automotive paint facility in Muenster, Germany. The new plant enhances production efficiency, sustainability, and process stability while meeting growing customer demand for high-runner colors. Powered entirely by renewable energy, the site marks a major step in BASF’s commitment to sustainable innovation and global manufacturing excellence. read more

Fire Up for Foam
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Oct 08, 2025
In the heart of central Minnesota, winters are long, cold, and unrelenting. For the firefighters at Cold Spring Fire & Rescue, a well-built, energy-efficient station is necessary to keep the 24/7 crews comfortable while they await and respond to fire calls. read more

TopBuild Announces Acquisition of Seal-Rite Insulation
- By TopBuild
- Added on Mar 12, 2025
TopBuild Corp. (NYSE:BLD) a leading installer and specialty distributor of insulation and related building material products to the construction industry in the United States and Canada, announced that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Seal-Rite Insulation, based in Omaha, Neb. Seal-Rite generates approximately $15 million in annual revenue and has been installing fiberglass and spray foam for the residential and commercial end markets in the Omaha and Lincoln areas for over 25 years. read more

Webinar Alert: Unlocking Energy Efficiency with Huntsman Building Solutions
- By Huntsman Building Solutions
- Added on Feb 26, 2025
Join us for an exclusive webinar hosted by Huntsman Building Solutions, where we'll dive into the latest NECB-2020 requirements for energy-efficient buildings. Learn how to meet building envelope standards, improve airtightness, and implement cost-effective, high-performance assemblies like the D-Max Wall. read more

Progressive Materials Expands Storage Capacity Due To Coatings Markets
- By Progressive Materials, LLC
- Added on Oct 31, 2024
With our expanding footprint in coatings markets, we are excited to announce our new tank expansion project! read more

PolyCon LLC Announces Its Grand Opening as a New Leader in the Spray Foam Insulation Industry
- By PolyCon LLC
- Added on Oct 24, 2024
PolyCon LLC A new leader in the spray foam insulation industry, is proud to announce its grand opening on Wednesday, October 24, 2024. read more

ORNL Demonstrates Energy-Efficient Spray Foam Insulation at HUD Innovation Housing Showcase
- By EurekAlert!
- Added on Jun 10, 2024
Building innovations from the U.S. Department of Energy’s Oak Ridge National Laboratory will be on display in Washington, D.C. on the National Mall June 7 to June 9, 2024, during the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s, or HUD’s, Innovation Housing Showcase. read more

A Matter of Synergy
- By Spray Foam Magazine Team
- Added on Sep 27, 2023
Can SPF and a correctly sized HVAC system improve energy efficiency, lower utility bills, and improve indoor air quality? The Spray Foam Magazine Team (SFMT), spoke with Synergy SprayFoam & HVAC to find out how their hybrid system, named “FOAM & FIT,” is doing just that. read more