Sprayfoam Pro Newswire
April 30, 2018
SPFA News and Announcements

The Sprayfoam Show 2019 is the largest annual convention and trade show dedicated to Spray Polyurethane Foam in the United States. Bringing together the industry’s value-chain leaders in insulation, roofing, specialty applications, and related equipment, the event will span four full days and include educational sessions, a 60,000-square-foot exposition hall, professional certification programs, the annual Industry Excellence Awards luncheon ceremony, annual Golf Tournament, VIP events, and an entertainment-filled Close-Out Event Reception and networking event. The Convention & Expo is expected to draw approximately 1,400 attendees from all regions of the United States and abroad. The sprayfoam industry grows domestically and internationally every year, this is the go-to event for the innovative, entrepreneurial, worldwide sprayfoam professional community.

Dates: February 4 - 7, 2019

Where: Ocean Center Daytona Beach
101 N. Atlantic Avenue
Daytona Beach, FL 32118

Learn about the latest opportunities, trends, and innovations in Spray Polyurethane Foam including solutions for maximizing energy efficiency and achieving Zero Net Energy in home or commercial building projects, and the latest high-performance roofing and specialty applications. Explore the newest products, learn installation best practices, and network with your customers. Keep your business ahead of the curve by attending The Sprayfoam Show 2019.

Sprayfoam Show 2019 is hosted by the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), the educational and technical voice of the Spray Polyurethane Foam industry whose members include contractors, manufacturers and distributors of SPF, professional SPF consultants, related equipment, protective coatings, inspections, surface preparations and other services.

Contact Mickey Riesenberg
michele@sprayfoam.org
703-222-4267
 
The National Roofing Contractor Association (NRCA) recently hosted the annual Roofing Industry Policy Fly-In day in Washington, DC. SPFA was one of the leading sponsors of the event.
 
SPFA was a sponsoring organization of the 2018 Foam Expo, the second time this show has been offered in the United States. Taking place March 6-8, 2018 in Novi, Michigan.
 
The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) and the ACC-CPI Spray Foam Coalition (SFC) published their new guidance document entitled "Spray Foam Insulation and Termites". This document was developed by a collaborative effort through a termite task group within SPFA's Building Envelope Committee and the SFC's Research Workgroup.

This document addresses questions pertaining to inspection for, and treatment of, potential termite infestations in buildings using SPF insulation. It provides basic information about termite identification, inspection and treatment methods as well as discusses the important of air-sealing and insulation of critical areas using SPF. It also presents code-compliant solutions to address these concerns.

This document can be downloaded from the SPFA website at no cost, click the link below.
 
SPFA-127 SPF Roof Systems Maintenance Manual has been updated by a Roofing Committee task group. The reorganized document contains improved photos and updated guidance to help customers and contractors get the most out of their SPF roof system. SPF roofing contractors are encouraged to share this with their customers. Many thanks to the task group for working diligently over the past year to deliver this important update. The group was led by Robb Smith and included the following volunteers: Bruce Schenke, Roger Morrison, Jason Hoerter, Chris West, Jack Moore and Jim Andersen.  
 
For more information, contact Rick Duncan SPFA Technical Director rickduncan@sprayfoam.org or Bruce Schenke, SPFA Roofing Committee Chair bschenke@accellapolyurethane.com.
 
Accella Polyurethane Systems, LLC
Industry News and Announcements
May 2, 2018, 4:00-5:00 PM EST
The topic will be Silica Dust Hazards, presented by Bill Baughman and Joe Coble of OSHA, Washington DC.
This presentation will provide general guidance related to identification, evaluation and mitigation of silica dust hazards on the jobsite.
Click Learn More to register.
 
It is with heavy hearts, we say goodbye to Wagdy Anis, the ‘Godfather of Air Barriers.'
 
The National Association of State Energy Officials (NASEO) recently released NASEO's State Energy Planning Guidelines: Guidance for States in Developing Comprehensive Energy Plans and Policy Recommendations and Guidance for States on Petroleum Shortage Response Planning.
 
International Fireproof Technology Inc.
From the Current Issue of SPRAYFOAM PROFESSIONAL Magazine
 
   
The Spring issue of SPRAYFOAM Professional has been mailed and emailed!
If you didn't receive it in your inbox or mailbox and would like to be on our email list to receive the digital link, sign up here
Be sure to read one of this quarter's featured articles, "Total Performance of the Building Envelope." which discusses material performance in building assembly. Read all of this and more in this issue of SPRAYFOAM Professional
 
Accella Polyurethane Systems, LLC
SPFA Membership
 
   

>> Welcome New SPFA Members:

Aqualoc Corporation
BN Contracting LLC/Foamtight Insulation, Inc.
Branch Technology
CSI 
Custom Construction & Design Inc.
D'onofrio General Contractors Corp
Expert Insulation
Expert Spray Foam Inc.
Exterior Guru
ICR Innovative Foam Technology
Indiana Spray Foam
Innovative Roofing Solutions LLC
Intown Contracting
LCR Contractors, LLC - DFW Thermal Solutions
Mass Energy Lab Insulation
Orr Insulation, LLC
Pacific Polymers Inc. DBA American Foam Experts
Polar Spray Foam
Remtek Services Inc
SDI Insulation, Inc.
Shield Energy Solutions
SLR Building Contractors
Spray Foam Insulators
Spray Tech Insulation, LLC
Strong Contractors
Warwick Builders LLC t/a Warwick Roofing
 
 
>>2017-18 SPFA Membership Directory and Buyers' Guide Available Online

Members in good standing are listed in this publication, which is mailed out every September. This directory is also available in a digital format. The convenient digital format allows users to navigate and access the directory's content quickly and easily, on the road or in the office. Use the information provided to contact fellow SPFA members and industry partners throughout the year to share ideas, ask questions, or just stay in touch.


>>SPFA Member Benefits
SPFA knows there are lots of organizations out there that would like to have you in their membership. But if you are in, or getting into, the sprayfoam business, we are the place for you. We work hard to represent you well and give you value back for your support. Click here to find out more.
 
 
 
 
Dues can be paid online here. If you did not receive the notice, or have questions about your membership, please contact Mickey Riesenberg at michele@sprayfoam.org.

 
Foam Supplies, Inc.
SPFA Courses and Certification
On May 3, the Committees honed with the tasks of developing and approving certification criteria will meet.  Once the Quality Assurance Program (QAP) and Certification Scheme Committee (CSC) do their work finalizing the Job Task Analysis and Learning Objectives, the work of others can begin in putting together the curriculum and fine tuning the process.  SPFA members are welcome to join the working group, roll up their sleeves and help develop this curriculum.  If you are interested in helping, please contact Kelly Marcavage at kmarcavage@sprayfoam.org.

 
Icynene, Inc.
Polyurethane Machinery Corporation (PMC)
Federal/State Government News
The latest update from Craig Brightup.
 
 
   
U.S. Government Affairs
> Day on the Hill Held in Ohio
> An Update on HFCs Rules and Policy
GGAC Regional and Chapter Activities
> Massachusetts Legislation Would Improve Access to Home Energy Information
 
Volume XXVI No. 12 - April 23 2018
 
The State Net Capitol Journal  contains timely and pertinent information for almost every business owner in every state. Some of the features in this issue include:
 

 
Remington Solar Inc
SPF-Related Codes & Standards
ASTM International has, under the leadership of SPFA’s Dr. Duncan, SPFA members and SPF industry professionals, announced the completion and approval of a new standard entitled Standard Practice for Installation of High-Pressure Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation for the Building Enclosure. This practice covers the installation of high-pressure spray polyurethane foam (SPF) as an insulation for building enclosure assemblies including: walls, ceilings, attics, floors and crawl spaces. This practice does not apply to SPF used strictly as a component for an air barrier system or for SPF used in roofing applications. The Standard can be purchased by ASTM here. If you have any questions please direct them to Dr. Duncan.
 
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