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.

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The convenient disinfectant solution from Fiberlock quickly kills the novel coronavirus that causes Covid-19, according to new testing, complementing a complete portfolio of solutions for the toughest disinfectant jobs from ICP.

ANDOVER, Massachusetts – September 24, 2020 – ICP Building Solutions Group has announced its 2500 ready-to-use disinfectant has been shown to kill the novel coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, in 60 seconds, according to new testing accepted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

ICP is one of the first manufacturers to receive approval specifically for SARS-CoV-2. Unlike disinfectants the EPA believes will be effective against SARS-CoV-2 because they kill similar organisms, 2500 has been tested specifically against SARS-CoV-2 and has been shown to kill the virus in 60 seconds. Test results have been approved by the EPA.

2500’s quick, efficient kill time makes it a convenient and highly effective solution in the fight against COVID-19, well-suited for a variety of everyday applications in residential and commercial facilities including homes, schools, office buildings, retail businesses and more. ICP intends to continue testing its other portfolio products against SARS-CoV-2 to offer customers a comprehensive solution for any application.

“For everyday use, kill time is one of the most important factors of efficacy,” said Scott DeLeo, Vice President of Marketing, ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG). “While 2500 has been part of the EPA’s List N for months, the new testing confirms that 2500, with its fast kill time for SARS-CoV-2, makes it ideal for high-touch, high-traffic areas versus comparable everyday disinfectants.”

2500 can be sprayed onto hard surfaces and wiped away without scrubbing for effective and convenient disinfecting. This ease of use and quick kill time make it ideal for everyday use on highly used, nonporous surfaces.

The product complements the ICP BSG Environmental Restoration family of products that are suitable for a wide variety of the toughest disinfectant jobs, including Decon 30; Shockwave ready-to-use; Benefect original formulation and Benefect wipes. This complete suite of authentically botanical and conventional disinfectant options ensure ICP has a disinfectant for all preferences and needs.

“Effective disinfectant solutions make up a key part of the Environmental Restoration group’s business, complementing our full line of restoration and remediation products designed for the toughest jobs on the planet,” said DeLeo. “We’re doing all that we can to leverage that heritage in the fight against COVID-19, with a variety of products that have demonstrated efficacy against the virus. 2500 is our latest solution for everyday disinfecting.”

For more information about 2500, visit www.Fiberlock.com. For more information about ICP Building Solutions Group, visit at 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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The new adhesive solution from ICP Building Solutions Group combines high-performance adhesive properties and ease of use for simplified, long-lasting synthetic turf surfaces that pros can trust.

ANDOVER, Mass. – August 18, 2020 – ICP Building Solutions Group (ICP BSG) has launched its new Sport Tough™ Adhesive by California Sports Surfaces, a self-contained, two-component polyurethane adhesive specially designed to incorporate speed and simplicity to synthetic turf installations.

The combination of high-performance adhesive and patented dispensing spray gun produces an adhesive system that meets and exceeds the highest standards for bond strength for a complete solution professionals can trust.

“We’re thrilled to add Sport Tough to the California Sports Surfaces family of products, which help professionals with easy, reliable installation and enable athletes to remain at the top of their game,” said James Rack, Vice President, Sports Surfaces, ICP BSG. “We’re confident that Sport Tough’s fast, simple application process, along with its uncompromising adhesive performance, will bring value to synthetic turf playing fields around the world.”

Sport Tough features include:

• Fast application, minimal waste. Fast dry times allow for streamlined installations.
• No external equipment required. Self-contained units deliver state-of-the-art application, featuring the patented Handi-Gun®, and eliminate the need for on-site glue boxes.
• No mixing. A pre-pressurized two-component system ensures precise and consistent spray ratios.
• ColorWise temperature warning nozzles. Heat-sensitive technology helps ensure adhesive is being applied at the proper temperature.
• Exceeds FIFA standards. Sport Tough exceeds FIFA standards for bonding and synthetic turf bond strength. Third-party testing data available upon request.

Sport Tough’s long-term reliability is backed by an 8-year performance warranty, helping professionals remain confident in their applications. The product is available in a variety of sizes, including a patch repair kit, a small kit, and a full-size kit to best suit your needs.

For more information about Sport Tough, visit www.CaliforniaSportsSurfaces.com. For more information about ICP Building Solutions Group, visit at www.icpgroup.com.

 

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 and the Australian Open. Several portable court systems are also available across the CSS product family. For more information, visit www.californiasportssurfaces.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.

Media Contact:

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