Carlisle Spray Foam: products and EPD coverage
Carlisle Spray Foam Insulation sits inside Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies and focuses squarely on spray polyurethane foam. Their pitch is simple. Make SPF easier to spec, safer to install, and fully documented for carbon‑aware projects. Below is what they sell, how broad the range is, how well those lines are covered by EPDs, and where the competitive pressure shows up in real bids.
Who they are
Carlisle Spray Foam Insulation (CSFI) manufactures spray polyurethane foam systems for residential, commercial, and light industrial envelopes. The brand is part of Carlisle Weatherproofing Technologies, which lets them plug SPF into broader roof and wall assemblies without guesswork.
What they sell, at a glance
CSFI’s portfolio centers on SealTite Pro open‑cell and closed‑cell SPF, plus roofing foams produced with Carlisle Roof Foam and Coatings. Open‑cell options include Open Cell, High Yield, No Mix, No Trim 21, and OCX. Closed‑cell options include SealTite Pro HFO, along with Canada‑focused SealTite One. They also list accessories, although those are not the main story.
For sustainability messaging straight from the source, see their overview on HFO formulations and code pathways (CSFI, 2025).
How many categories and SKUs
All products live in one umbrella category, sprayed-in-place insulation, with a roofing SPF subcategory. The line spans multiple density classes, blowing‑agent chemistries, climate mixes, and packaging sizes. In practical terms, the sellable SKUs land in the dozens rather than the hundreds.
EPD coverage that actually helps you win specs
CSFI published a product‑specific, third‑party verified EPD through UL that covers the entire spray foam portfolio, including open‑cell, closed‑cell HFC and HFO variants, and roofing SPF (issued December 1, 2022, valid five years to December 1, 2027, reference service life 75 years) (UL EPD, 2022). That portfolio‑wide scope means a designer can keep one document in the submittal set instead of juggling product‑by‑product declarations.
Why it matters commercially. On projects where embodied‑carbon reporting is expected, having a product‑specific EPD avoids defaulting to generic data that can carry a penalty in carbon accounting. It also smooths approvals for LEED v5‑aligned owner requirements without forcing a last‑minute product swap.
Any notable gaps
The UL declaration’s scope already includes residential and commercial open‑cell, closed‑cell (HFO and HFC), and roofing foams. Accessories and specialty coatings typically sit outside SPF EPDs, which is normal for the category. If a team sells many region‑specific or seasonal blends, confirm they map to one of the families listed in the EPD before bid day (takes minutes).
Who they square off against
Huntsman Building Solutions is the most frequent like‑for‑like competitor in SPF. They also publish product‑specific EPDs for open‑cell systems, valid through November 28, 2027 in the International EPD System (EPD International, 2022) (EPD International, 2022). In adjacent envelopes, spec sets sometimes consider fiberglass or mineral wool from Johns Manville or Owens Corning for interior partitions, or rigid foams for continuous insulation, but those are substitution plays more than one‑to‑one swaps.
Where Carlisle is strong. The combination of open‑cell, closed‑cell, and roofing SPF under a single EPD umbrella shortens submittal cycles and keeps the spec defensible when value‑engineering kicks in. That reduces the chance of being swapped for “whatever has the paper.”
The spec playbook in one page
- Lead with assemblies, not cans. Use their NFPA 285 guides and UL fire‑rated designs to anchor the wall section early, then list the EPD in Division 01 and 07 for frictionless compliance.
- Match blowing agent to policy. If the owner has a low‑GWP policy, move the discussion to HFO mixes immediately and cite the portfolio EPD. The enviromental story and the paperwork line up.
- Keep renewals on the calendar. UL shows a five‑year validity window. If your win rate depends on EPDs, plan updates well before December 2027 to avoid last‑minute rush fees (UL EPD, 2022).
What it means for manufacturers watching from the sidelines
Portfolio‑level coverage is a smart path for focused brands. One well‑scoped, product‑specific EPD that captures your main formulations can unlock more bids than a patchwork of partial documents. It saves sellers time, reduces re‑submittals, and keeps price from becoming the only differentiator when carbon targets are in play.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Carlisle’s EPD cover both open‑cell and closed‑cell SPF lines?
Yes. The UL product‑specific EPD lists open‑cell families, closed‑cell HFC and HFO formulations, and roofing SPF, issued 2022‑12‑01 with five‑year validity (UL EPD, 2022).
Is there an EPD for Carlisle’s closed‑cell HFO mix?
Yes. The UL declaration explicitly includes SealTite Pro HFO and SealTite One and applies to the U.S. and Canada (UL EPD, 2022).
Which competitor most often brings an EPD to the same SPF bid?
Huntsman Building Solutions commonly appears with open‑cell and closed‑cell lines and has a valid open‑cell EPD in the International EPD System through 2027‑11‑28 (EPD International, 2022).
About the Author
John brings a clear, research-driven perspective on the EPD, LCA and HPD space and keeps a close pulse on environmental trends and standards in North America, helping clients understand where the industry is heading and how to get there.
