Non-dilutive cash boost lets Intelli-Force push greener building materials into the market

A private investor backs scale-up while owners keep control

Intelli-Force Technology announced a fresh investment from Decathlon Capital Partners that aims to speed the company from lab work to real job sites. The deal is non-dilutive, meaning the company’s founders and existing owners won’t hand over more shares to get the money. Instead, the financing is meant to fund early manufacturing, customer pilots and near-term sales without changing who controls the business.

The move gives Intelli-Force room to hire, buy equipment and expand production capacity right away. For customers and partners, the most immediate effect should be steadier supply and faster rollout of the company’s green construction products.

How the financing is set up and what ‘non-dilutive’ means in practice

Intelli-Force described the package as flexible and non-dilutive. In plain terms, non-dilutive funding supplies cash without forcing owners to sell new equity. That preserves ownership stakes but creates other obligations—usually a repayment plan, a revenue share, or a loan-like structure instead of stock issuance.

Flexible financing can take many forms, from revenue-based payments that rise and fall with sales to staged drawdowns tied to milestones. The company says this structure lets it focus on growth rather than investor demands for control or quick exit. The trade-off: the company now has fixed commitments it must meet from cash flow, which can pressure margins if sales lag.

What Intelli-Force actually makes and where the science matters

Intelli-Force develops construction materials intended to cut waste and embodied carbon while matching or improving performance compared with traditional options. The products are described as science-backed blends and processes that change how basic building materials behave—aiming for longer life, easier installation or lower environmental impact.

The company has moved beyond early prototypes and is running pilots with contractors and suppliers. That suggests the technology is in the late development or early commercialization stage: not just a lab idea, but not yet a mass-market staple either. Certifications and independent tests are on the checklist that will determine how quickly adoption happens.

Why the timing fits demand for greener building supplies

Construction is one of the biggest sources of materials demand and of emissions tied to buildings. That makes it a natural place for new, greener alternatives to find buyers. Two forces are pushing the market: rising regulation and customer demand. Cities and developers increasingly require lower-carbon materials for new projects and big renovations. Meanwhile, contractors are under pressure to meet sustainability targets from owners and tenants.

Competition is a mix of old giants adapting their product lines and newer startups chasing the same promise. The opportunity is large—construction markets move slowly but are vast—and innovators that can prove performance and reliability stand to win steady business.

Where the new money will go and what to watch next

Intelli-Force says it will use the capital to expand production, complete certifications, grow its sales team and scale pilot projects into commercial contracts. Near-term milestones to watch: confirmed supply agreements with builders, third-party certification results, a clear increase in production capacity, and the start of recurring revenue from commercial customers.

If the company meets those milestones, it will reduce the risk that repayments or revenue-share obligations squeeze cash flow. If not, the same obligations could slow growth or force tougher financing down the road.

Implications and risks for customers, partners and potential backers

For customers and partners, non-dilutive funding is a reassuring sign that Intelli-Force can deliver product and service continuity. Contractors who want greener options may find a more reliable source coming online. Suppliers and distributors could see new business if the company scales production successfully.

But several risks remain. New materials face long adoption curves in construction because builders prioritize proven performance and predictable costs. Certification delays, unexpected manufacturing issues, or higher-than-expected costs could stretch timelines. Also, non-dilutive deals conserve ownership but add repayment pressure—if revenue falls short, the company may need more capital under stricter terms.

Overall, the injection of flexible capital reduces a common early-stage hurdle—funding the jump from pilots to paying customers. It doesn’t remove the harder test: convincing the conservative construction world to switch products. The next few commercial wins and certification results will say whether Intelli-Force is on track to become a regular supplier or remains a promising newcomer.

Sources

• prnewswire.com