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The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA) kicks off The Sprayfoam Show, its annual convention and expo, February 11 through 14 in Pasadena, California. This year, the largest annual event dedicated to spray polyurethane foam will feature two prominent keynote speakers: Stacey Hanke, author, certified speaking professional and leader of Stacey Hanke, Inc; and George Hedley, CSP CPBC, a top construction industry speaker, certified professional business coach, and author. Spanning four full days, The Sprayfoam Show also features education sessions, an annual awards luncheon, professional certification programs and numerous additional attractions.
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Feb. 13, 2020
Demilec – TBD 3:00pm
Icynene-Lapolla - TBD 3:30pm
Spray Foam Equipment & Manufacturing – Jobsite Downtime and Efficiency 4:00pm
Spray Foam Systems – High Volume Low Pressure Equipment Technology 4:30pm
Feb. 14, 2020
Honeywell – How Systems Using Solstice® Blowing Agents Can Benefit Your Business 2:30pm
Spray Foam Partners – Using the Energy Codes to Help Sell Spray Foam 3pm
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Demilec, a leader in energy-efficient, environmentally conscious spray foam insulations and coatings, is proud to announce that its open-cell spray foam insulation, Sealection® 500, is featured in The New American Home (TNAH) 2020.
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As a valued member, you receive FREE attendee expo passes or 10% Off Conference Super Pass.
Feb. 4-6 at Bailey Hutchison Convention Center, Halls B-E
Dallas, TX
CODE when registering: 527SPRA
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The James Davidson Innovative Student Scholarship is a $600 scholarship and was initiated by SprayWorks Equipment Group owner, James Davidson. James has been designing robots and equipment for the Polyurethane industry for decades and has 50 years of experience in the industry. Our goal is to support innovation amongst Chemical Science students and encourage them to continue innovation in their chosen field.
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Welcome New SPFA Members:
5 Star Energy Solutions, LLC
Choice Insulation and Fireplace
H3 Polymers Inc.
J & J Insulation Services, LLC
LEED Insulation
Silverdale Insulation LLC
TurboTek, LLC
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Energy codes require that below-grade walls must be insulated in most climate zones. In certain climate zones, insulation around and below footings, as well as frost-protected shallow foundations1, may also be required. An effective means to insulate below-grade surfaces, especially during new construction, is the application of closed-cell foam to the exterior side of below grade walls. This application provides a continuous, air-impermeable water-resistant layer of insulation around the entire perimeter of the building.
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For this document, the terms basement and crawl space are used interchangeably, referring to the portions of buildings that are primarily below grade. Some codes specify the interior heights and percent below grade in their definitions of basements and crawl spaces. This document addresses any portion of a structure that is below or on grade underneath or at the lowest level of an occupied structure.
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The building science industry has researched and written a large body of information on heat, air, and moisture control in below-grade applications. Please refer to document regarding Information relevant to the use of SPF in these applications.
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Based on results from an experimental study conducted on a single laminated veneer lumber
(LVL) beam substrate, SPFA suggests using adhesion primers to improve adhesion of SPF to
engineered wood products (EWP) substrates where adhesion is a problem. Other mechanical
surface preparations to the LVL beam in this study show no statistical improvements and the
use of stapled fabrics appear to lower adhesive strength. The details of this study are provided
in this document.
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Building assemblies typically include wiring and plastic piping made from thermoplastic materials which can soften and melt at elevated temperatures. Electrical wiring such as NM-B (Romex) as well as low-voltage wiring for LAN cables, TV cables and speaker wires use thermoplastic PVC jacketing and insulation. Plastic piping and conduit are made from thermoplastic materials such as PVC, polyethylene (PEX) and ABS.
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In recent years, several foam manufacturers have introduced high-lift or high-loft mediumdensity
closed-cell spray foam insulations. Using new formulations that reduce susceptibility to
peak exothermic temperatures, these high-lift foams may be sprayed at maximum pass
thicknesses from 4” to 8”, depending on product, without having charring or burnout.
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In recent weeks, we’ve touted the benefits of attending the Spray Foam Show regarding PCP Certification. Please read below for those details. We want to point out some additional things which are going on, adding to the fun of attending Spray Foam Show and offering the opportunity to learning something too!
During the Exam Prep Classes, students will go on a “Field Trip” to the SPF Festival.
It is conveniently located adjacent to the Convention Center! It is a great opportunity to have some fun in a Carnival setting with an SPF flare. If you aren’t attending a Exam Prep Course, you may attend the Festival at your leisure.
The Festival is 11:30am-3:30pm on Tuesday-Wednesday. Most of the activities are ongoing, but timing to note:
OSHA briefing during Festival (approx. 15 minutes long) – same schedule on both days:
12pm – Fall Protection
1pm – Respirators
2pm – Confined Space
3pm – Enforcement and Outreach
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Trivia Game – it will begin ‘on the hour’
12pm, 1pm, 2pm and 3pm
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Rig Readiness Workshop – guided by SPF professional who walks you through an actual Rig to learn what is required, what is recommended, and common mistakes that you can avoid.
There will be a lot of other games, activities, food, and prizes as well as information table for PCP, the SPFA Technical Committees and SPFA Membership!
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Making the most of your time at Sprayfoam 2020 is our job. Please figure out what you need to accomplish and schedule it in. If you have taken exams, but are still not certified, please look for an email from us detailing what you need to do to either complete that certification or move to the next level.
SPFA PCP Staff will be available during Sprayfoam 2020 to answer any questions and help you navigate the certification process.
During the pre-convention days of Tuesday-Wednesday, February 11 -12, 2020, the following courses will be held during the Spray Foam Convention. Written Exams are available daily from Tuesday-Friday, February 11-14.
PCP Exam Preparatory Courses offered on Pre-Convention Days
Tuesday-Wednesday, February 11-12, 2020
Tuesday, February 11, 2020
8am-4pm*
SPF Assistant
SPF Insulation Master Installer Exam Prep Course
SPF Roofing Master Installer Exam Prep Course
Wednesday, February 12, 2020
8am-4pm*
SPF Insulation Installer Exam Prep Course
SPF Insulation Project Manager Exam Prep Course
SPF Roofing Installer Exam Prep Course
SPF Roofing Master Installer Exam Prep Course
*Students in Exam Prep Courses will have time to take the Written Exam on the same day, if they choose.
PCP Written Exams
Available daily during convention
Tuesday-Friday, February 11-14, 2020
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These individuals hold a prestigious SPFA PCP Certification. You are invited to join this group by earning your credentials too! There are opportunities to meet the certification requirements at the upcoming Sprayfoam Convention in Pasadena, CA or at one of the upcoming Roadshow Events or even from the comfort of your home or office with our remote testing. Contact Kelly Marcavage at certdirector@sprayfoam.org for more details! We hope to see YOU added to this list!
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Builders Installed Products
Westmoreland, NH
Job Description:
Foam insulation workers spray into exterior walls and attics before drywall, paneling, or plaster walls are put in place in new construction or major renovations.
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The first two days of the Sprayfoam Show, Feb. 11-14, will host a Sprayfoam Street Festival! It will have everything you’d expect from food trucks to carnival games, and tents providing smaller-group discussions on important SPF topics led by knowledgeable professionals. There will also be competitions of SPF skill and knowledge, demonstrations, an OSHA-backed fall-protection training session and more!
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February 14, 2020
5:30 -8:30 pm
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February 11-14, 2020
Pasadena, CA @ Sprayfoam 2020
Exam Prep Courses and Written Exams will be offered.
March 27-29, 2020
Greensboro, GA Hosted by Spray Foam Systems
Field Exams, Written Exams and Exam Prep Courses will be offered.
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