 >>SPFA Commits Resources on Sprayfoam to Homebuilders>>Board Updates >>SPFA Forms Advisory Council/Safety Committee for New PCP Certification Program >>Start Planning for SprayFoam Convention & Expo, Jan. 26-29, 2014 >>Industry-Level Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for SPF in Progress Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233162&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
>>Huntsman Completes Acquisition of U.S. Polyols Manufacturer, Oxid L.P.
>>BASF Announces Plans for U.S. Polyurethane CASE Distributor
>>BPI, ACCA to Explore Joint Opportunities
>>New Rulemaking Proves DOE Commitment to Energy Efficiency
>>CPI and BPI Offer Free Sprayfoam Training Continuing Education
>>ACC Announces Details of ChemSECURE Conference
>>Lapolla Agrees to Exclusive Supply Terms for the Middle East
>>CPI Leadership Previews the 2013 Polyurethanes Technical Conference
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>>OSHA’s Proposed Silica Rule Raises Concerns for Construction Industry, Says NAHB
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 SPRAYFOAM Professional magazine is always available online. Read the Fall 2013 issue anytime, anywhere with enhanced features:>>Search for specific keywords or phrases >>Flag favorite articles >>Make notes in the margins >>Connect with vendors quickly and easily Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233159&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
 >>SPFA 2013 National Contractor Excellence Award Winning Projects>>SPFA Member Benefits Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233160&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
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>>Scientists Demonstrate New Method for Harvesting Energy from Light >>Foamy Sneakers >>Driver’s License Chips Soon Will Allow Government to Track You >>PayPal Tests Mobile Payments Using Your Face for Verification Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233173&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
 Since SPFA completed development of the SPF Professional Certification Program (PCP) and publicly rolled it out at its annual convention and expo in February, already almost 1,000 tests have been administered. SPFA members and partners, including Gaco Western, Premium Spray Systems, Demilec, Spray Foam Nation, Bayer Material Science, and the ABAA Conference have all hosted testing sessions.>>Spray Foam Nation Offering SPFA Certification Classes in September >>Gaco Sales Teams Achieve SPFA Certification >>Spray Foam Coalition Supports SPFA Professional Certification Program >>Demilec USA Holds SPFA Certification Seminar Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233165&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
OSHA announces new National Emphasis Program for occupational exposure to isocyanates. This National Emphasis (aka enforcement) Program is directed at roughly 20 industries using isocyanates, including spray polyurethane foam insulation and roofing.
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 >>Energy Use Disclosure and Benchmarking Proposals "Hot Issue" in Communities >>Energy Star "Battle of the Buildings" Competition Kicks Off >>EIA Releases State Fact Sheets on Household Energy Use ASHRAE's Government Affairs Update details information on government affairs-related activities of interest to ASHRAE members and others interested in the built environment. For questions or more information, contact Mark Ames, ASHRAE's Senior Manager of Federal Government Affairs, at mames@ashrae.org. Visit https://www.ashrae.org/government-affairs/government-affairs-updates to view the full article online. |
 >>Call for Papers for ASHRAE/IBPSA-USA Building Simulation Conference>>Call for Papers for ASHRAE 2014 Annual Conference Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233171&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
>>Builders and Efficiency Advocates Reach 2015 International Energy Conservation Code Change Agreement
>>BPI's Standard for Air Duct System Performance Within a Whole House Context Available for Public Comment >>ICC Illustrated IBC Handbook Helps Professionals Better Understand Code Application, Compliance >>Ventilation for New Low-Rise Residential Buildings >>BPI's Home Performance-Related Data Standards Published as BPI Standards Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index.asp?aid=233167&issueID=31974 to view the full article online. |
>>The Building Codes Assistance Project (BCAP) releases regular updates on building energy codes through its quarterly BCAP Newsletter and weekly Code Alert Bulletin.
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 >>Alliance to Save Energy Efficiency News
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 The State Net Capitol Journal contains timely and pertinent information for almost every business owner in every state. Read up on Health Reform, Budget & Taxes, Politics & Leadership, Governors, Bird's Eye View, Hot Issues, and Once Around the Statehouse Lightly. Volume XXI, No. 27 Aug. 19, 2013 Visit http://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/pdf/sncj_090913.pdf to view the full article online. |
 See what's in store, as far as industry events, expos, training classes, online courses, certification programs and more.
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