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Designed to deliver brilliant finishes and outstanding durability for the most high-traffic commercial interiors, ProForMax is the most recent addition to ICP’s architectural coatings portfolio.

ANDOVER, Massachusetts – October 29, 2020 – ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) has announced the launch of ProForMax by Zolatone®, a new line of specialty paints and coatings designed to help architects unlock the potential of every interior space.

Backed by the Zolatone pedigree that professionals have trusted since the 1960s, ProForMax delivers the highest levels of scuff resistance, cleanability and chemical resistance that make it suitable for high-traffic interiors. It does so while offering dazzling pattern and textural options, making it suitable for everywhere from the storeroom to the board room.

ProForMax …

• …is up to 10x stronger than conventional paint ASTM D2486.
• …has the only scuff-resistant AND scrub resistant coatings for commercial interiors.
• …lasts longer than conventional paint, maintaining its true color and quality throughout its lifetime–even during frequent cleaning and disinfecting.

“We’re excited to launch ProForMax and offer professionals everywhere a highly durable solution to create aesthetically beautiful environments, even in areas with the highest traffic,” said Brian LaGuardia, Vice President of Building Envelope at ICP Building Solutions Group. “ProForMax is ideal for schools, hospitals, hotels, restaurants—anywhere that requires outstanding, long-lasting durability balanced with eye-catching design.”

ProForMax is available in several textural options that can add an unexpected flair to any space while helping to conceal and resist dings, scratches and scuffs. It can also be regularly cleaned, scrubbed and disinfected without compromising coverage or appearance, creating seamless protection that won’t trap dirt and contaminants while creating modern looks that won’t require frequent repaints or complex repairs.

Additionally, ProForMax coatings are compatible with the Environmental Protection Agency’s List N Disinfectants, making them a practical choice for new cleaning and disinfecting protocols related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Disinfectants on List N have demonstrated efficacy on viruses and bacteria that are harder to kill than SARS-CoV-2.

To learn more about ProForMax by Zolatone, visit www.proformax.com. For more information about ICP Building Solutions Group, visit at www.icpgroup.com.

About ICP Building Solutions Group
ICP Building Solutions Group (BSG) 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 (BSG) 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 that 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. The ICP Group is privately held and manufactures products under several recognized specialty groups. For more information, visit www.icpgroup.com.

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Bridget Hagan, akhia communications
(330) 463-5650
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The acquisition bolsters the company’s portfolio of comprehensive building solutions for professionals and extends its global reach.

ANDOVER, Massachusetts – October 21, 2020 – Innovative Chemical Products (the ICP Group) today announces the acquisition of Leeson Polyurethanes, a leading U.K.-based manufacturer of polyurethane adhesives and coatings used in a variety of sectors and markets.

Founded by the Leeson family in 1986, the company has experienced growth throughout its history by offering its customers high-quality, durable, protective, and flexible polyurethane products. ICP will incorporate Leeson’s offerings into its ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG).

The company’s diverse portfolio of solutions for building and construction, insulation, sports surfaces, waterproofing and beyond will be highly complementary to the ICP BSG portfolio, and helps the organization extend its reach throughout the European market and around the world.

“We are pleased to welcome Leeson to the ICP BSG family of professional solutions. The acquisition will enable us to strengthen and broaden our extensive suite of professional solutions for our customers everywhere.” said Doug Mattscheck, CEO, ICP Group. “Leeson is a recognized leader in the U.K. and beyond, with a variety of innovative, high-quality solutions for professionals, making them a natural fit for ICP BSG.”

The acquisition allows ICP BSG to bring a range of Leeson solutions to new and existing customers, broadening the opportunities for ICP to deliver professionals everywhere quality, high-performance solutions.

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.

The ICP Group is a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity.

About Leeson Polyurethanes
Leeson Polyurethanes are the leading innovators and manufacturers of polyurethane adhesives and coatings in the U.K. Founded by the Leeson family in 1986, the company serves a wide range of customers across numerous industries across the globe, including insulation, building and construction, sports surfaces, recreational areas, polyurethane waterproofing, OEM factory uses and more. Backed by Leeson’s extensive experience and skilled technical team, the company is committed to establishing and cultivating long-lasting and mutually rewarding business partnerships with each and every customer. For more information, visit www.lpultd.com.

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Bridget Hagan, akhia communications
(330) 463-5650
bridget.hagan@akhia.com

California Sports Surfaces, a division of ICP Building Solutions Group, is the only supplier to have the ‘Elite Silver supplier status’ of the ITF Recognition Program and is now the Official Preferred Court Supplier of the ITF.

ANDOVER, Massachusetts – October 13, 2020 – ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) is pleased to announce that one of its divisions, California Sports Surfaces (CSS), is now the Official Preferred Court Supplier of the International Tennis Federation (ITF).

The California Sports Surfaces brands, which include DecoTurf®, Plexipave®, Rebound Ace® and Premier Sports Coatings®, have been used at Grand Slam tournaments and major international tennis events for several decades. The ITF and CSS will work together to increase the quality of existing and future tennis facilities worldwide, supporting the ITF’s mission to ensure the long-term growth and sustainability of tennis.

“Improving the quality of facilities around the world is integral to growing participation and improving performance, particularly in nations that are still establishing and developing their tennis infrastructure,” said David Haggerty, the ITF President. “The ICP Group has world-leading products and expertise that will be of great benefit to the ITF and our members as we all work together to develop the next generation of players.”

The ITF has placed the development of the global game at the heart of its ITF2024 strategy, and funding for facilities is a key pillar of the ITF’s development work. The ITF Facility Grant Program, through which nations can apply for a grant to establish, upgrade or maintain a national training center facility, has awarded $1.9 million to 48 nations since 2017. The ICP Group will support the ITF in the delivery phase of its Facility Grant Program, with the ITF and its stakeholders benefiting from direct access to ICP Group’s world-leading products and expertise in delivering adequate solutions at all levels, from grassroots to the Grand Slam.

The ITF stakeholders can now access the Partnership Information Platform on the ITF website, which provides more details about the products available and the option to be connected with a CSS representative.

California Sports Surfaces is currently the only surface supplier to have achieved Elite Silver status under the ITF Recognition Program Platform, which assesses venues where the standard of play, such as international tournaments and regional and national training centers, demands the specification of precise playing characteristics.

“We look forward to building upon this landmark partnership to help bring the engaging sport of tennis to a whole new generation of players in a changing world,” said James Rack, Vice President of Sports Surfaces for the ICP Group.

California Sports Surfaces is the surface system provider to a variety of the world’s most recognizable tennis tournaments. Its DecoTurf system will serve as the official tennis court surface for the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo, which have been moved to July 2021 due to the ongoing pandemic.

About California Sports Surfaces
California Sports Surfaces (CSS) is the leading supplier of prestigious sports surfacing product lines, such as DecoTurf®, Plexipave®, Rebound Ace®, Premier Sports Coatings®, StreetScape and Plexitrac®. As the first and only surface manufacturer to be awarded the status of International Tennis Federation (ITF) Recognition Elite Silver, CSS is the surface of multiple Olympic Games as well as other world-renowned events, including the US Open between 1978 and 2019 and the Australian Open between 1988 and 2018. Several portable court systems are also available across the CSS product family. For more information, visit www.californiasportssurfaces.com.

About ICP Group
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 Group 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. ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) is a division of ICP Group. For more information, visit www.icpgroup.com.

Innovative Chemical Products (ICP Group) is a portfolio company of Audax Private Equity.

Media Contact:

Bridget Hagan, akhia communications
(330) 463-5650
bridget.hagan@akhia.com