The spray foam industry is facing challenges and opportunities in equal measure. Today, both material availability and shipping conditions are putting pressure on spray foam costs. Yet at the same time, structural demand for spray foam is growing in the U.S. read more
Stepping on to the world stage in the 1950’s, shipping containers were predominately used to help transport goods across the oceans and continents. However, today these containers are evolving into something so much more than just a means to transport goods. read more
Huntsman Corporation (NYSE: HUN) is pleased to announce the appointment of Douglas Brady as President of Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), its global spray polyurethanes foam (SPF) business. Brady succeeds Simon Baker, who is leaving Huntsman to return to his home in England. read more
Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS) cements its position as the purveyor of sustainable building solutions as it joins the roster of the builders of The Stack. Nestled in the vibrant core of Vancouver, The Stack has dramatically transformed the city’s skyline with its impressive design and unparalleled elegance – all while exercising a staunch dedication to the highest standards of sustainable construction. read more
Huntsman Building Solutions, the global leader in high performance, sustainable building envelope solutions, today announced it will host Roofing Foam and Coatings Applicator Training sessions in September, October and December. Presented by the HBS tech department and roofing group, the live virtual training sessions will be held September 19th-20th, October 28th-29th, and December 12th-13th. read more
Global chemical company Huntsman has secured bluesign® approval for ten of its IROGRAN® thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU) products, which are used extensively across the textile and apparel industry. The materials in question are part of Huntsman’s IROGRAN® film and sheet portfolio, and can be used to enhance the production, performance, and comfort of stitchless, seamless garments including underwear, sportswear, and outdoor and waterproof clothing. read more
Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), the global leader in high performance, energy efficient and resilient building envelope solutions, today introduced a new edition to its Icynene Series, the all-new Icynene Xpress 55, an open cell spray polyurethane foam insulation designed specifically for use in unventilated attics and crawl spaces. read more
Huntsman Building Solutions’ (HBS) new enhanced version of closed-cell spray foam solution, Heatlok® Soya HP, offers architects, builders, general contractors, building owners and homeowners the best R-Value in the industry. It also provides spray foam applicators with improved performance and application in walls, roofs, foundations and under slab for residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional building projects. read more
Cameron Ashley Building Products opened a distribution center in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, the company's third in the state. read more
Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), the global leader in high performance, energy efficient and resilient building envelope solutions, has announced the launch of its all-new Icynene Series spray polyurethane foam insulation product line. The collection of spray foam systems offers the highest performance available in the industry today and includes key product certifications. Customers of the Icynene Series will also benefit from a robust service and support package of offerings. read more
Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), the global leader in high performance, sustainable roofing and building envelope solutions, will unveil Ultralok™, its all-new spray foam roofing system, at the upcoming International Roofing Expo being held February 6 – 8 at the Las Vegas Convention Center. read more
As we kick off 2024, I’m happy to report that the spray foam industry is thriving. While it is true that construction projects and contractors are still feeling the impacts of inflation and high interest rates, demand for spray foam continues to grow. Additionally, inflation has slowed considerably and many expect interest rate cuts will begin this year. These factors bode well for contractors, installers, manufacturers and suppliers of spray foam. read more
