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Create Lasting, Durable Drywall and Framing Seals with HandiFoam® Gasket Foam

The new polyurethane foam-based gasket solution helps support improved energy efficiency and overall building performance.

ANDOVER, Mass. – April 7, 2026 – HandiFoam®, the leading provider of professional high-performance adhesives and sealants, has launched HandiFoam® Gasket Foam, a new polyurethane foam-based solution designed to create a durable, continuous seal between drywall and framing.

Once cured, HandiFoam Gasket Foam compresses to help prevent drywall bowing while maintaining a strong, long-lasting bond—supporting improved energy efficiency and overall building performance. It’s an ideal product for professionals to seal gaps that can allow air infiltration, moisture intrusion, and pollutants into the home.

“We designed HandiFoam Gasket Foam with the needs of professionals in mind,” said Derrick Hyde, HandiFoam. “The formulation offers reliable, long-term performance that homeowners can trust, as well as a fast and easy installation process for professional jobsite efficiency.”

HandiFoam Gasket Foam is compatible with all Handi-Tool® Dispensing Units, including the new HandiFoam HT990 Dispensing Unit, featuring a smooth-tip design for enhanced glide and precision.

Benefits of the new product include:

  • Reduction in moisture intrusion, mold growth, allergens, and drafts
  • Supports a tighter, more comfortable and energy-efficient structure
  • Stays firmly bonded to framing for a durable, long-lasting seal
  • UL GREENGUARD Gold Certified, contributing to healthier indoor environments

HandiFoam Gasket Foam joins the HandiFoam brand’s broad portfolio of insulation, sealants, adhesives, and other solutions that help deliver energy savings, efficient ease of application, and enhanced structural stability to professional applications everywhere.

“Our goal is to support professionals everywhere with the professional product to suit their needs, no matter what it is,” said Hyde. “HandiFoam Gasket Foam is another tool for the professional to do their jobs more effectively, more efficiently, and more profitably.”

HandiFoam Gasket Foam is available through distribution. To learn more, visit www.HandiFoam.com. To learn more about ICP Group, visit www.ICPGroup.com.

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About ICP

Innovative Chemical Products (ICP) Group is a leading specialty chemical manufacturer in North America and provides coatings, adhesives and sealants globally. With operations headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and multiple manufacturing facilities around the world, ICP serves multiple end markets, including building materials, specialty construction and sports surfaces. ICP is privately held and manufactures products under several recognized specialty groups. For more information, visit www.ICPGroup.com.

ICP is a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity.

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ICP Enters Acquisition Agreement with Choice Adhesives, Bolstering Roofing Solutions Portfolio

With the purchase of the Virginia-based specialty adhesives manufacturer, ICP Building Solutions Group (BSG) will strengthen its offering in the professional roofing adhesive market.

ANDOVER, Mass. – April 19, 2021 – Innovative Chemical Products (ICP Group) today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire Choice Adhesives, a leader in custom adhesive solutions for a variety of industries, with the intent to close mid-May.

Choice Adhesives’ strong offering in the professional roofing adhesives market will be highly complementary to the growing ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) portfolio, which includes trusted roofing brands like Polyset® and APOC®. By broadening its technological capabilities in the roofing space, ICP BSG will have a greater ability to serve professionals everywhere.

“Choice Adhesives has long brought innovative adhesive product technology to the market and has maintained strong relationships with their customers for decades,” said Doug Mattscheck, President and CEO, the ICP Group. “With the addition of Choice Adhesives to the ICP BSG family, we’ll be enhancing our position in the roofing adhesive market to better serve our professional customers.”

“We’re happy and excited to join the ICP BSG family,” said Bob Johnson, CEO of Choice Adhesives. “We have a long history of technological innovation and strong service in the adhesives industry, and we’re looking forward to continuing that journey in partnership with the ICP team.”

In addition to roofing, Choice Adhesives provides solvent-based, water-based, aerosol and hot-melt adhesives to a variety of markets and applications, including high-pressure laminate, furniture, woodworking, insulation, foam fabricating, recreational vehicles, footwear and more.

Choice Adhesives is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, and maintains manufacturing and warehouse locations throughout North America.

For more information about Choice Adhesives, visit www.choiceadhesivescorp.com. For more information about ICP Building Solutions Group, visit www.icpgroup.com.

About ICP Building Solutions Group
ICP Building Solutions Group is the foremost supplier of professional products and solutions for building envelope, cementitious and sports surface needs. Comprising dozens of industry-leading brands across numerous industries and applications, ICP Building Solutions Group offers the industry’s most comprehensive portfolios to building professionals all over the globe, all backed by its exclusive MasterWorks training and education program. For more information, visit www.icpgroup.com.

About ICP
Innovative Chemical Products (the ICP Group) is a leading specialty chemical manufacturer in North America and provides coatings, adhesives and sealants globally. With operations headquartered in Andover, Massachusetts, and multiple manufacturing facilities around the world, ICP serves multiple end markets, including building materials, specialty construction, industrial, packaging, printing and sports surfaces. ICP Group is privately held and manufactures products under several recognized specialty groups. For more information, visit www.icpgroup.com.

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