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Business Wire
2 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
Saint-Gobain Announces Acquisition of Interstar Materials Inc.
PARIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Saint-Gobain Group has acquired the business assets of Interstar Materials Inc. (Interstar), further strengthening its expansion in North America's Construction Chemicals sector. Today's acquisition of Interstar's business assets and team into the organization will further strengthen Saint-Gobain's position in the construction chemicals market and will mark the company's entrance into granular pigments for concrete. This acquisition follows recent action by the company in the construction chemicals sector in the United States and Canada, including the acquisitions of Chryso in 2021 and GCP Applied Technologies in 2022. With over 30 years of manufacturing experience, Interstar has been a leading North American manufacturer of products for the growing decorative concrete industry, allowing for the creation of concrete that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Interstar offers a full portfolio of solutions for all segments of the concrete market including ready mix, stamped concrete, block, pavers, and precast. With this latest acquisition, Saint-Gobain will add over C$20 million to its revenue and establish a strong presence in the granular pigments industry in North America. The business will continue to operate from its headquarters in Sherbrooke, Quebec, as well as at additional facilities in Calgary, Alberta, and Junction City, Illinois. Saint-Gobain will also welcome 55 new employees, whose expertise will enhance the capabilities of its Construction Chemicals business. 'With this acquisition, we are continuing to strengthen our leadership in the Construction Chemicals segment,' said Mark Rayfield, President and CEO of Saint-Gobain North America. 'Interstar Materials, Inc. is an ideal partner for Saint-Gobain, sharing our commitment to innovation and sustainable construction. I am excited to collaborate with the Interstar team and welcome their employees into our business. Together, we will continue to drive progress toward our mission of 'Making the World a Better Home.'' 'This acquisition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to continually enhance our best-in-class product and service offerings, ensuring we meet and exceed our customers' expectations,' said Steven Williams, President, Construction Chemicals, Infrastructure, and Commercial North America. 'The Interstar team and I are thrilled to join Saint-Gobain's Construction Chemical's business and work with the Chryso team,' said Zachary Gillman, President of Interstar Materials, Inc. 'From the outset of the acquisition process, it was clear that our companies share common values — a commitment to quality, integrity, innovation, and growth. I am especially excited about the opportunities this partnership will create for Interstar employees as part of the Saint-Gobain Group.' Saint-Gobain will continue to operate the granular pigment and dispenser business under the Interstar brand within US and Canada. Today's announcement follows several other recent growth investments announced by Saint-Gobain: In February, Saint-Gobain announced the expansion of its NorPro Ceramics business with a new facility in Niagara County, New York. First announced in 2023, Saint-Gobain will complete several expansions at plant facilities later this year to increase production capacity and further meet demand in the United States, including in roofing at its facility in Peachtree City, Georgia, gypsum wallboard in Palatka, Florida and glass mat in Oxford, North Carolina. Later this year, Saint-Gobain and CertainTeed Canada will complete an announced investment to upgrade equipment at its gypsum facility outside Montreal, which will increase the plant's production capacity by up to 40%. The plant will also be powered solely by renewable electricity from Hydro-Quebec, making it the first zero-carbon wallboard plant in North America for scope 1 and 2 emissions. With over 160 manufacturing locations in Canada and the United States, every current and future member of the company's team plays a vital role in achieving its sustainability goals. A current list of job openings at all Saint-Gobain locations can be found on the company's careers website. About Saint-Gobain Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose 'MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME'. €46.6 billion in sales in 2024 166,000 employees, locations in 80 countries Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 About Interstar Materials, Inc. For over thirty years, Interstar has been a leader in the pigment industry — renowned for their innovation, quality, and responsive, flexible customer service in all sectors of the concrete industry. Interstar's propriety Granastar ® granular pigment has revolutionized the ready mix industry, making it easier and more efficient to color ready mix concrete with their pigment and automated dispensing systems.
National Post
2 days ago
- Business
- National Post
Saint-Gobain Announces Acquisition of Interstar Materials Inc.
Acquisition of business assets of leader in granular pigment manufacturing for all segments of the concrete market including ready mix, stamped concrete, block, pavers, and precast will further strengthen Saint-Gobain's Construction Chemicals activities in Canada and the United States Article content PARIS — Saint-Gobain Group has acquired the business assets of Interstar Materials Inc. (Interstar), further strengthening its expansion in North America's Construction Chemicals sector. Today's acquisition of Interstar's business assets and team into the organization will further strengthen Saint-Gobain's position in the construction chemicals market and will mark the company's entrance into granular pigments for concrete. This acquisition follows recent action by the company in the construction chemicals sector in the United States and Canada, including the acquisitions of Chryso in 2021 and GCP Applied Technologies in 2022. Article content With over 30 years of manufacturing experience, Interstar has been a leading North American manufacturer of products for the growing decorative concrete industry, allowing for the creation of concrete that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. Interstar offers a full portfolio of solutions for all segments of the concrete market including ready mix, stamped concrete, block, pavers, and precast. Article content With this latest acquisition, Saint-Gobain will add over C$20 million to its revenue and establish a strong presence in the granular pigments industry in North America. The business will continue to operate from its headquarters in Sherbrooke, Quebec, as well as at additional facilities in Calgary, Alberta, and Junction City, Illinois. Saint-Gobain will also welcome 55 new employees, whose expertise will enhance the capabilities of its Construction Chemicals business. Article content 'With this acquisition, we are continuing to strengthen our leadership in the Construction Chemicals segment,' said Mark Rayfield, President and CEO of Saint-Gobain North America. 'Interstar Materials, Inc. is an ideal partner for Saint-Gobain, sharing our commitment to innovation and sustainable construction. I am excited to collaborate with the Interstar team and welcome their employees into our business. Together, we will continue to drive progress toward our mission of 'Making the World a Better Home.'' Article content 'This acquisition is a testament to our unwavering commitment to continually enhance our best-in-class product and service offerings, ensuring we meet and exceed our customers' expectations,' said Steven Williams, President, Construction Chemicals, Infrastructure, and Commercial North America. Article content 'The Interstar team and I are thrilled to join Saint-Gobain's Construction Chemical's business and work with the Chryso team,' said Zachary Gillman, President of Interstar Materials, Inc. 'From the outset of the acquisition process, it was clear that our companies share common values — a commitment to quality, integrity, innovation, and growth. I am especially excited about the opportunities this partnership will create for Interstar employees as part of the Saint-Gobain Group.' Article content Saint-Gobain will continue to operate the granular pigment and dispenser business under the Interstar brand within US and Canada. Article content Today's announcement follows several other recent growth investments announced by Saint-Gobain: Article content Article content In February, Saint-Gobain announced the expansion of its NorPro Ceramics business with a new facility in Niagara County, New York. First announced in 2023, Saint-Gobain will complete several expansions at plant facilities later this year to increase production capacity and further meet demand in the United States, including in roofing at its facility in Peachtree City, Georgia, gypsum wallboard in Palatka, Florida and glass mat in Oxford, North Carolina. Later this year, Saint-Gobain and CertainTeed Canada will complete an announced investment to upgrade equipment at its gypsum facility outside Montreal, which will increase the plant's production capacity by up to 40%. The plant will also be powered solely by renewable electricity from Hydro-Quebec, making it the first zero-carbon wallboard plant in North America for scope 1 and 2 emissions. Article content With over 160 manufacturing locations in Canada and the United States, every current and future member of the company's team plays a vital role in achieving its sustainability goals. A current list of job openings at all Saint-Gobain locations can be found on the company's careers website. Article content About Saint-Gobain Article content Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose 'MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME'. Article content About Interstar Materials, Inc. Article content For over thirty years, Interstar has been a leader in the pigment industry — renowned for their innovation, quality, and responsive, flexible customer service in all sectors of the concrete industry. Interstar's propriety Granastar ® granular pigment has revolutionized the ready mix industry, making it easier and more efficient to color ready mix concrete with their pigment and automated dispensing systems. Article content Article content Article content Article content
The Hill
11-07-2025
- Health
- The Hill
DuPont agrees to $27M settlement in Hoosick Falls water contamination lawsuit
HOOSICK FALLS, N.Y. (NEWS10) — The village of Hoosick Falls is nearing a final victory against the companies that were accused of contaminating its water supply: DuPont has agreed to settle a class action lawsuit for $27 million. In 2016, a chemical called PFOA, which had been used in the making of Teflon at a fabric-coating plant in Hoosick Falls, was discovered in the village's water supply. PFOA is one of thousands of substances that are known as 'forever chemicals' because they persist in the environment for hundreds or even thousands of years instead of breaking down. Exposure to these chemicals, also called PFAS, has been linked to cancer and other health issues. PFOA in particular has been linked to kidney and testicular cancer, as well as conditions including ulcerative colitis and thyroid disease. The lawsuit was filed against four companies: 3M, Saint-Gobain, Honeywell and DuPont. 3M, Saint-Gobain and Honeywell settled in 2021 for $65 million. The settlement with DuPont is still awaiting final approval, but if it goes through, it will bring the total amount recovered in the lawsuit to $92 million. PFAS are commonly used in a wide range of nonstick, waterproof and stain resistant items including pans, dental floss, makeup, furniture and clothing. They have also become pervasive in U.S. waterways, tap water and human beings — and are estimated to be in the bloodstream of at least 97 percent of Americans. While virtually every American has been exposed to these chemicals, communities such as Hoosick Falls near factories or other areas where they are made or used in large quantities have seen outsized impacts from exposure. —Rachel Frazin contributed.
Associated Press
02-07-2025
- Business
- Associated Press
Saint-Gobain Video Series: Success in the Making: Jose Ramirez
From being 'the saw guy' at our CertainTeed Architectural plant in Norcross, GA to a mechanical engineer at our CertainTeed Gypsum facility in Palatka, FL six years later, Jose Ramirez found his place at Saint-Gobain! Saint-Gobain is an industry leader with thousands of talented team members who are dedicated to one unified purpose: Making the World a Better Home. With more than 160 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada, there are so many robust and fulfilling career opportunities available. You'll have the opportunity to work with colleagues from a wide range of businesses, cultures, and experiences. About Success in the Making Anyone can be a manufacturer! Whether you are just starting out or transitioning your career path, the manufacturing industry presents opportunities for success. Saint-Gobain North America's Success in the Making series features the stories of team members who built their careers in manufacturing and thrived! Watch the full Success in the Making series on YouTube. About Saint-Gobain Worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group, celebrating its 360th anniversary in 2025, remains more committed than ever to its purpose 'MAKING THE WORLD A BETTER HOME'. €46.6 billion in sales in 2024 More than 161,000 employees, locations in 80 countries Committed to achieving net zero carbon emissions by 2050 Visit 3BL Media to see more multimedia and stories from Saint-Gobain
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Saint-Gobain acquires Maturix to expand digital construction reach
French multinational Saint-Gobain has acquired Denmark-based real-time concrete monitoring solutions provider Maturix, marking a significant step in the expansion of its digital construction chemicals platform. Maturix's wireless sensor technology facilitates remote monitoring of concrete properties during the curing and hardening process, which can halve the duration of the concrete construction cycle and enhance job-site efficiency. The integration of the Danish company into Saint-Gobain's portfolio strengthens the company's digital offerings across the concrete and cement value chains. Saint-Gobain customers can now benefit from reduced overdesign and optimised operations, contributing to the digital transformation of the concrete industry. This move follows Saint-Gobain's initiatives such as the deployment of Verifi, its digital in-transit concrete management suite, across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. Verifi's real-time monitoring capabilities are designed to minimise waste, boost operational performance, and drive cost efficiencies. The addition of Maturix's technology is expected to complement Verifi's system, particularly in optimising concrete placement on construction sites. Since 2019, Maturix and Saint-Gobain have collaborated successfully, and they are currently developing a joint product offering. Earlier this year, Saint-Gobain completed the acquisition of FOSROC, a construction chemicals company, which further solidified Saint-Gobain's position in the global market, enhancing its capabilities in the construction chemicals sector. "Saint-Gobain acquires Maturix to expand digital construction reach" was originally created and published by World Construction Network, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
