Wednesday May 23, 2007
LaPolla Opens Polyol Blending Facility
Further Entrenches Position in Foam Business
HOUSTON, TX--(MARKET WIRE)--May 23, 2007 -- LaPolla Industries, Inc. ("LaPolla" or the "Company") (AMEX:LPA - News) announced at its 2007 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, held yesterday in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, the start up of a new polyol blending facility.
"The start up of this facility is the next major step toward bringing value to our customers and shareholders. We are now prepared to benefit by the economics of manufacturing Spray Polyurethane Foam Systems, which is more than 60% of our current business," said Douglas J. Kramer, CEO and President of LaPolla. "LaPolla is one of the largest distributors of Spray Polyurethane Foam for Insulation and Roofing in North America. LaPolla's strong market presence and industry brand awareness will certainly assist in this transition," continued Mr. Kramer.
LaPolla states that they can now provide open and closed cell spray foam Insulation, as well as technology for Roofing applications and that their systems have passed certain third party credentials. Mason Knowles, former Executive Director of the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), stated, "According to a Market Survey by the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry, Residential Insulation Spray Foam is expected to grow at a rate of 30% to 40% annually as consumers embrace the exceptional insulation value and resulting energy savings."
Mr. Kramer concluded, "Being basic in both foam and coating systems puts LaPolla in a strong position as both product lines reduce energy consumption and ultimately lead to direct savings for consumers. In spite of a slow down in new housing starts, Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation Material Sales remain at an all time high."
LaPolla Chairman, Richard J. Kurtz, said, "Vertical integration opens up new revenue opportunities through previously unavailable channels. This move solidifies LaPolla's position as an industry leader."
About LaPolla Industries, Inc.
LaPolla Industries, Inc. is a leading national manufacturer and distributor focused on several basic segments: Coatings, Foam, Paints, Sealants, Adhesives, Equipment, and All Other. Within these business segments, LaPolla has invested resources in a variety of products targeting commercial and industrial and residential applications in the roofing, construction and paint industries.
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Contact:
Company Contacts:
Douglas J. Kramer, CEO
John A. Campbell, CFO
Michael T. Adams, CGO
(281) 219-4700 (t)
(281) 219-4701 (f)
