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UK Update: New Lending Options Now Accept Spray Foam—With Controls in Place
- By Tom Dunstan, FT Advisor
- Added on May 16, 2025
Recent policy enhancements from the Co-op concerning spray foam, an issue that can leave many homes unmortgageable, has been welcomed by mortgage brokers. The lender said, under the new enhancements, foam spray will be allowed with the controls in place to manage the associated risks. Helix Financial Partners managing director, Adam Stiles, described this announcement as bringing “constructive and pragmatic changes” to help many people affected by spray foam issues. read more

Tariff Impacts on Spray Foam Contractors: Douglas Brady of HBS Shares Insights
- By Douglas Brady, HBS
- Added on May 07, 2025
Like all Americans, spray foam industry contractors are paying close attention to the news these days. With a new U.S. administration in place, changes are happening daily and one of the biggest concerns of the day is tariffs. As an industry that relies on raw materials from other countries, we aren’t immune from tariffs. Let’s take a closer look at how they work and how they may impact our industry and individual businesses. read more

One Foam to Rule Them All
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Apr 15, 2025
For one homeowner in New South Wales, Australia, the key to ensuring their underground dream home remained dry and energy efficient, lay in a critical decision—choosing spray foam insulation. Enter Spray Foam Australia (SFA), who stepped up to the task using the high-performance AUSFOAM 30. AUSFOAM 30 is a low-density rigid polyurethane closed-cell foam system uniquely developed to provide a highly flame retarded foam insulation system. read more

A Different Kind of Rocky Road
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Apr 15, 2025
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Evonik Develops Breakthrough "Debonding on Demand" Concept to Meet the Growing Requirements of Today's Manufacturing Industry
- By Evonik
- Added on Apr 03, 2025
Evonik has developed a breakthrough "Debonding on Demand" concept to meet the growing requirements of today's manufacturing industry to increase circularity by improving the sustainability of adhesives. Developed in collaboration between Evonik's strategic innovation unit and business incubator, Creavis, and advanced polyurethane experts from the Comfort & Insulation business line, this innovative technology aims to address the pressing need for adhesives that can be easily removed for recycling read more

Evonik Coating Additives Introduces Its First Two Mass Balanced Products
- By Fibre2Fashion
- Added on Mar 18, 2025
Evonik Coating Additives introduces its first two mass balanced products, TEGO Wet 270 eCO and TEGO Foamex 812 eCO, providing coating and ink formulators with the same high-performing defoamer and wetting agent properties they expect, but with a reduced carbon footprint. read more

Coating the Future
- Added on Feb 09, 2025
Coatings play a crucial role in the spray foam industry, particularly in safeguarding exposed spray foam insulation (SPF) from environmental elements such as sunlight, rain, and snow. These factors can significantly impact the performance and lifespan of foam insulation. read more

BASF Ukraine Unveils New Office Space in Kyiv
- By BASF
- Added on Jan 23, 2025
BASF Ukraine proudly announces the relocation to its new office in the Mag.nett Business Center, Kyiv. Featuring LEED Gold-certified design, cutting-edge amenities, and spaces that prioritize both productivity and well-being, the new office reflects BASF's commitment to sustainability and teamwork. Thanks to a collaborative effort with partners like MEYT and CBRE, this inspiring workspace was delivered on time despite challenges. read more

Feeling Chile
- By Danielle Macdonald
- Added on May 14, 2024
Aguas Magallanes is a water treatment plant, responsible for the water supply to the city of Punta Arenas, Chile. Due to its geographical position and extreme winter temperatures, the plant’s indoor water pools often freeze in the colder months. Therefore, they desperately needed superior insulation to help retain a steady temperature in the premises especially during the winter season. read more

A Pinch of Good Fortune
- By Ashley Brooks
- Added on Jan 16, 2024
Spray polyurethane foam is highly regarded in the U.S. for its versatile insulating capabilities. But it’s less well-known in other areas around the world, like the Australian island of Tasmania. Roofing expert-turned insulation professional Ryan Worn founded Spray Foam Insulation Tasmania with the goal of making Tasmania more energy-efficient, one structure at a time. read more