- In May 2024, Huntsman Building Solutions unveiled the Icynene Series spray foam insulation at the SprayFoam 2024 Convention & Expo in Las Vegas. This innovative product line features open- and closed-cell spray foam solutions, delivering exceptional sprayability, energy efficiency, and high-performance insulation. The Icynene Series includes premium service and support packages, offering technical assistance, marketing support, and job referrals to contractors. Huntsman also hosted educational breakout sessions at the event, highlighting advancements in spray polyurethane foam technology
- In April 2024, BASF introduced its innovative Designed-for-Recycling polyurethane (PU) foam technology, enabling simplified and scalable recycling of PU foam. This next-generation flexible PU foam is 100% recyclable, allowing it to be repurposed as a raw material for new foams across industries such as footwear, automotive, and furniture. BASF’s breakthrough ensures mechanical recyclability, maintaining performance even after multiple recycling cycles. The technology supports circular economy principles, reducing waste and environmental impact while enhancing sustainability in polyurethane applications
- In February 2024, Pregis introduced an advanced foam technology, incorporating certified circular polyethylene resins through a collaboration with ExxonMobil, a leader in advanced recycling technology. This innovation enhances sustainability in protective packaging, helping brands meet plastics circularity goals while maintaining high-performance foam properties. The foam is produced at Pregis’ ISCC PLUS-certified facilities, ensuring responsible sourcing and environmental impact reduction. ExxonMobil’s Exxtend technology plays a key role in enabling more circular plastic solutions. This partnership underscores their commitment to eco-friendly packaging advancements
- In January 2024, Lutz Group collaborated with Stora Enso to explore bio-based foam solutions aimed at transforming the furniture packaging industry. This partnership focuses on sustainable alternatives to conventional polymeric foams, introducing Papira® and Fibrease®, lightweight wood-based materials that offer recyclability and reduced CO₂ emissions. These innovative foams provide shock absorption and insulation, making them ideal for eco-conscious packaging applications. The initiative aligns with industry efforts to reduce environmental impact while maintaining high-performance protective packaging
- In November 2023, DAP revolutionized spray foam application with the launch of Wall & Cavity Foam with Wide Spray Applicator, the first 1-component broadcast spray foam. This innovative product delivers the performance of 2-component foams while eliminating mix ratio concerns, making air-sealing and insulating effortless. The patent-pending wide spray applicator ensures broad coverage, ideal for wall cavities, rim joists, and attics. Featuring Class A fire rating, high closed-cell structure, and a wide temperature range (40°F - 120°F), it enhances energy efficiency
