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Huntsman Building Solutions Unveils Innovative Icynene Series Spray Foam Line at SprayFoam 2024 Convention & Expo in Las Vegas

Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), the global leader in high performance, energy efficient and resilient building envelope solutions, will introduce its all-new Icynene Series spray polyurethane foam insulation product line to spray foam contractors and attendees at the SprayFoam 2024 Convention and Expo.

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Huntsman Building Solutions Unveils New Icynene Series Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation Line

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.

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Huntsman Building Solutions Unveils Ultralok™ Spray Foam Roofing at Roofing Expo

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.

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The Spray Foam Industry Remains Strong as We Enter 2024
  • Jan 17, 2024
  • Simon Baker: Global President of Huntsman Building Solutions

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.

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Huntsman Building Solutions Incentivizes Industry Growth via Effective Policy Measures

The benefits of spray foam speak for themselves. Spray foam insulation reduces energy bills, increases resiliency, and improves home comfort. This performance is unmatched in the insulation industry, which is driving demand for spray foam across the country. While builders, property owners, and architects are pushing the industry forward, it is important to ensure laws and regulations are working for, not against, the industry.

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Turning Point

As many are still pushing the upsetting memories of 2019- 2022 to the back of the rig, there appears to be a positive shift when reviewing events that have occurred in the spray foam industry during 2023. Obviously, there are still some major challenges, like tackling new levels of intricacy around staff shortages, but on the optimistic side, supply chain challenges started to ease as 2023 took a giant step towards recovery.

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Huntsman Building Solutions Enhances Senior Residences with Carbon-Reducing Envelopes

Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS) partnered with installers from its Canadian network on two major retirement home building projects: 1- Metrotec P.G.B Insulation for a government-endorsed senior home revitalization project, Maison Des Aînés/Maison Alternatives and 2- Isolation Algon with Groupe Sélection’s general contractor, Groupe CH for the modern residential building complex, Liva Mirabel.

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Navigating the 'Green Wave': An In-depth Look at Eco-friendly Spray Foam Insulation

As society reckons with the consequences of environmental degradation, numerous industries have begun to ride a burgeoning 'Green Wave.' This movement, characterized by a widespread commitment to environmental sustainability, has notably permeated the construction sector. One area witnessing a significant shift towards green alternatives is insulation.

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Huntsman Building Solutions Heatlok® Soya HP Enhances Performance For Contractors

Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS) has worked closely with spray foam contractors to develop and offer them a new closed-cell spray foam solution, Heatlok® Soya HP, which has the best R-value of any HFO product on the market with an LTTR value at 50mm of 2.06 RSI (R 11.68). Recognized for its ease of adhesion and superior insulation value, Heatlok® Soya HP leverages Honeywell’s latest Solstice® Liquid Blowing Agent technology.

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Huntsman Building Solutions University (HBSU) Celebrates Success

Huntsman Building Solutions, the global leader in high performance, sustainable building envelope solutions, is celebrating the success of HBS University (HBSU), the company’s educational program for spray foam contractors and installers. Established in January 2021, HBSU offers curriculum for both brand-new and seasoned professionals, providing numerous courses spanning the areas of Building Science and Engineering, Applicator Training, Applicator Assistant Training, Sales, Roofing and Concrete

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Utah Building Code Gets Updated for Energy Efficiency with the Help of Huntsman

Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), a leading provider of innovative insulation solutions, has worked closely with the Utah Uniform Building Code Commission, Utah Home Builders Association, Representative Cal Musselman, and Senator Curt Bramble to drive significant changes to Utah's energy efficiency requirements. The collaborative efforts, spanning 2022 and 2023, aimed to bolster air quality, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and lower energy bills in the state.

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Huntsman Building Solutions & Habitat for Humanity Join Forces to Build First 3D Homes in Canada

Huntsman Building Solutions (HBS), Nidus3D, Great Northern Insulation (GNI), and Habitat for Humanity Windsor-Essex have recently completed the first 3D printed homes in Canada, with plans for more to come in the following year. This breakthrough project will provide affordable housing to those at risk of homelessness and elevate members of the community through The Bridge Youth Resource Centre.

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