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Flame Seal Promotes Database Upgrade With New Offer
Answer four simple questions and get 10 percent off your next order
Flame Seal TB is updating its database. You can get 10 percent off your next order by updating your information. To do so, click on the link in the text to answer a few simple questions. Full Story
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TPR2 Corporation Proud to Introduce Fireshell BMS-TC
The product is new single-pass thermal barrier coating exclusively for use over Bayseal CC and OC spray foam insulation.
BMS-TC is a low-odor, one-part, water-based latex coating that can be applied with standard 0.75 g.p.m. paint sprayer--half the size required by other thermal barrier products. Full Story
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Polyurea Expert From China Gives Presentation at SSPC
Professor Weibo Huang covered a high speed railway project in Beijing, the largest polyurea project to be completed in the world.
Professor Weibo Huang covered a high speed railway project in Beijing, the largest polyurea project to be completed in the world. Full Story
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Deadlines Approaching for EPA Grant Proposals
The potential grants will go towards small business innovation, or environmental workforce development.
The Environmental Protection Agency has issued a request for proposals regarding two substantial grants that are fair game to many in the spray foam industry. Full Story
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Polyurethane Grout Resolves Highway Settling
A case study from Prime Resins analyzes how Prime Flex 920 helped a pipe contractor sturdy up a sinking highway surface.
The reason for this settlement was most likely due to existing voids created by decaying biodegradable materials in the soft, sandy substrate that collapsed during the blasting portion of the tunneling operation. Full Story
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Company Spreads Spray Foam Gospel in South Florida
Therma Seal envisions every building realizing the benefits of spray foam insulation.
The company, which is based in North Palm Beach, contracts on spray foam insulation projects throughout South Florida, with about half of the company’s business coming solely from Palm Beach County. Full Story
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CertainTeed® CertaSpray® Meets Industry Approval
The closed cell spray polyurethane foam insulation is approved for use in non-combustible commercial construction.
CertaSpray Closed Cell SPF products can be utilized both within the stud cavities and on the exterior side of wall sheathing. Full Story
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Spray Foam Systems’ New Web Site Reflects New Focus
With handy tools and detailed information, the spray foam equipment provider and support center aims to be “your one source for everything spray foam'
Never has product information been so meticulously organized and placed into one convenient link. Full Story
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PMC Forms Strategic Alliance with MVP
The companies are jointly focused on new opportunities in the Composites Industry.
With over 100 years of engineering and design experience, the two companies will work together to introduce new foam delivery systems to the Composites Industry. Full Story
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SprayFoam.com Catches Up With Touch ‘n Seal
Michael Sites was on hand at the 2012 SPFA Convention & Expo to talk about new products and the status of the industry.
When not talking shop, Sites said his favorite part of the convention is the breakout sessions, particularly one given by the Center for the Polyurethane’s Industry (CPI). Full Story
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First Phase Completion of Copper Mine Project Announced by VersaFlex
Completion of the second phase is expected by the end of February.
VersaFlex Incorporated has recently announced the completion of Phase 1 of a polyurea coating project at a copper mine in the southern Arizona desert. The project involved spraying the interior of a large leach tank with several coats of polyurea mat Full Story
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Ignition Barrier Coating Over QuadFoam Spray Foam Passes Testing
IFTI's DC 315 passes NFPA 286 over QuadFoam 2.0 LB. closed-cell spray polyurethane foam
This testing satisfies the requirements of the ICC regarding acceptable testing certification requirements to be used in lieu of the requirement for a 15 minute thermal barrier when applied over QuadFoam 2.0 LB. closed-cell spray polyurethane foam. Full Story
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Coastal Finishes Up Monumental Church Project
The East Windsor, New Jersey-based spray foam contractor gave the brand new church a building envelope to last.
Construction began several years ago, and Coastal returned intermittently throughout the entirety of last year to apply spray foam insulation. Full Story
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Spray Foam Rotary Planer is Truly “Cutting Edge”
The CI Cutter, manufactured by Schmidt & Dirks Designs, Inc., works for both roof and wall.
Schmidt & Dirks’ CI Cutter is a professional grade cutter for spray foam insulation designed to smoothly trim excess foam from a wall without damaging the studs. Full Story
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2012 SPFA Convention & Expo Draws Near
The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance will host the event in Dallas at the end of the month.
The Convention’s emphasis on training and best practices will make every professional SPF contractor the best they can be. Full Story
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ICAA Convention and Trade Show Convenes In Dallas
The Insulation Contractors Association of America’s annual event will run October 4-6.
Insulation industry suppliers and contractors from across the country network, weigh in on new technology and products, review federal regulations, and explore industry trends and opportunities. Full Story
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Bayer Challenge: How Does Your Home Rate?
Bayer MaterialScience LLC joins with RESNET to promote solid building science for more energy efficient homes
Bayer will work jointly with RESNET to promote whole building science principles as an effective way to achieve home energy efficiency. Full Story
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New Jersey Spray Foam Company Completes Large Community Project
Coastal Insulation Corp. recently completed a 60,000-square-foot project for the Clinton Avenue Urban Renewal Project
Coastal Insulation Corporation, in conjunction with HELP USA and the Make It Right Foundation, recently completed a project that involved the application of spray polyurethane foam for the Clinton Avenue Urban Renewal Project in Newark, N.J. Full Story
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Louisiana Spray Foam Contractor Completes Roofing Job
Bill Marmande, president of Duralite, shares his story on how his company recently completed a roofing job for a 4,500-square-foot apartment building.
Bill Marmande, president of Duralite, talks with SprayFoam.com about his company's recent job that involved the application of spray foam on the roof of an apartment unit for a New Orleans-based apartment managing company. Full Story
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Maine Contracting Company Completes Ship Hangar Project With Positive Results
A two-man crew from High Efficiency Foam recently completed a job that involved the application of spray foam insulation on three ship hangar doors.
Daniel Bahr and his team from Westbrook, Maine-based High Efficiency Foam, recently completed a job in Harpswell, Maine that involved the installation of spray foam insulation on the doors of a shipyard hangar. Full Story
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Contractors Show JobPro Technology Some Love
The spray foam contractor management tool helps keeps facts straight and business moving.
Energy One America describes how JobPro has made a significant impact on their individual offices, as well as their effort to consolidate all data and process into one corporate tracking system. Full Story
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Intech Equipment & Supply Praised by United Coatings
United Coatings, a Quest Company, chose Intech as preferred supplier in North America.
Quest selected Intech based on Intech's broad base of experienced technicians, its nationwide coverage with 5 branches, and technicians strategically located across the United States. Full Story
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Huntsman Publishes Sandwich Panel Construction Book in South America
'Metodos Constructivos Con Paneles Sandwich' brings sandwich panel construction expertise to Latin American countries.
Huntsman Corporation's newest publication, titled Metodos Constructivos con Paneles Sandwich, is now available. The Spanish-language textbook is dedicated to advancing the use of sandwich panel construction in Latin American countries Full Story
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Georgia Spray Foam Contractor Completes University Stadium Job
Yoder's Roofing recently completed a job that involved the application of spray foam insulation at the Allen E. Paulson Stadium at Georgia Southern.
Yoder’s Roofing, a roofing contracting company located in Montezuma, Ga., recently completed a job that involved his team to spray the Paulson Stadium for the Georgia Southern University in Statesboro, Ga. Full Story
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Gaco Western Introduces GacoSeamSeal
The new product is ideal for sealing seams, fasteners and other roof features.
A unique thickening agent in the silicone gives it the sealant properties of regular roof tape as it dries. Full Story
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SprayFoam.com Announces New Website
The world’s largest spray foam industry news portal, which serviced nearly 750,000 visits this year, has a fresh new look.
SprayFoam.com received more than 3 million page views this year and services over 73,000 visits every 30 days. Full Story
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CertainTeed Launches New Online Resource
The Web site will showcase the diverse capabilities of the manufacturer’s Machine Works Group
Formerly known as Unisul®, CertainTeed Machine Works has been a leader in the technology, design and manufacture of machinery used to install insulation and fireproofing materials since 1936. Full Story
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Supplier Offers Dealers and Contractors Edge in Market
American WeatherStar provides its own client base with jobs through lead generation network USAFoamRoofing.com
American WeatherStar received 64 calls from the USAFoamRoofing.com network in October, all of which were handed off to its contractor base as leads. Full Story
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IAL Consultants Announces 2011 Directories
The publications provide up-to-date information on polyurethane systems houses in Europe, Middle East & Africa, and Asia-Pacific
The publications bring together in one convenient source the most up-to-date information available on more than 70 systems houses in EMEA and 120 in AsiaPacific. Full Story
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CPI Now Accepting Abstracts for 2012 Conference
Paper and poster abstracts are ready for review for the 2012 Polyurethanes Technical Conference in Atlanta.
Paper and poster presenters will have the opportunity to reach hundreds of leaders and innovators in the polyurethane field. Full Story
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DC-315 Continues To Set The Bar In The Alternative Barrier Coating Market
IFTI recently announced that they have successfully passed the Food Equipment, Materials- Formulation Review and Extraction Testing using DC-315
International Fireproof Technology, Inc. and Paint to Protect recently announced that they successfully passed the NSF/ANSI 51(2009) Food Equipment, Materials-Formulation Review and Extraction Testing using DC-315 Water Based Fireproof Paint. Full Story
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NCFI Named Top Product by Florida Code
Florida Building Codes Product Approval finds that InsulStar offers highest wind resistance
The testing showed that InsulStar used in triangular wedge-shaped fillets sprayed between the rafters and roof deck, without additional fasteners, provided a wind uplift resistance design pressure of 190 PSF. Full Story
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New Jersey Lt. Governor Takes Tour of Spray Foam Equipment Company
Polyurethane Machinery Corporation recently hosted Lt. Governor Kim Guadagno at the company’s facility in Lakewood, N.J.
The Lt. Governor’s visit aimed at informing companies, including PMC Machinery, that the State of New Jersey Governor's office actively supports and promotes manufacturing in the State of New Jersey. Full Story
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Polyurea Company Announces Record Breaking Quarter for Machine Sales
SoyThane Technologies, Inc. recently announced that it will offer free freight for 'The Foamer' and 'S-24/32' equipment to customers.
SoyThane Technologies Inc., celebrates their record breaking quarter with free freight in the United States during the month of October for its famous “The Foamer' high-pressure spray foam equipment and the new S-24/32. Full Story
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Lead Generating Company Turns Its Sights on Spray Foam Contractors
Bill MacHale, current president of lead generation company Mac Leads, talks with SparyFoam.com about his company’s origins.
Prior to establishing Mac Leads, MacHale worked in insurance generating leads for clients. In 1991, MacHale decided to open his own lead generating side project that would later become known as Mac Leads. Full Story
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Ignition Barrier Coating Over Icynene Spray Foam Passes AC 377 Appendix X Testing
International Fireproof Technology Inc.'s DC 315 sets new SPF Industry standard by passing a barrier test at an incredible 400 sqaure feet gallon.
Fireproofing technology company, International Fireproof Technology Inc. (IFTI), recently announced that its spray applied coating, DC 315, passed over Icynene's LD-C-50, 0.5 pound, open cell foam at 400 square feet per gallon. Full Story
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First Ever Spray Foam Magazine Apple and Android App
Spray Foam Insulation & Roofing Magazine hits Androids and iPhones as the first ever application for a spray foam publication.
Spray Foam Insulation & Roofing Magazine hits Androids, Apple iPhone and iPads as the first ever application for a spray foam publication. Full Story
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New Bucket Warmers Ideal for Spray Foam Cylinders
Reasor Companies developed a warming wrap that solves cold weather application problems.
The heat wraps plug into a 120V AC or 12V DC inverter, require only 50 watts of power, have a convenient cord storage pouch on the front and the internal temperature is thermostatically controlled. Full Story
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ICAA Convention Convened in Orlando
The Insulation Contractors Association of America 2011 Convention and Trade Show Had Record Attendance.
ICAA, the Insulation Contractors Association of America, held its annual Convention and Trade Show at Disney’s Contemporary Resort in Orlando, Florida from September 22 to 24, 2011. Full Story
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Energy Efficient Home Helps Family in Need
Gaco Western, in conjunction with Fortkamp Foam, donates equipment and labor to build a home for a family in need.
Gaco Western recently collaborated with local Ohio spray foam contracting company Fortkamp Foam to donate equipment and labor to build a home for a family in need. Full Story
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Ignition Barrier Coating Over Spray Foam Has Industry Record
International Fireproof Technology Inc.'s DC 315 sets new SPF industry standard with 400 sq. ft. per gallon
International Fireproof Technology Inc. (IFTI), recently announced that its spray-applied ignition barrier coating, DC 315, is an industry best at 400 square feet per gallon. Full Story
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Energy Company Launches New Home Improvement Contest
FirstEnergy’s Pennsylvania Utilities Launch Home Energy Makeover Contest
First Energy Corp. in conjunction with Pennsylvania Electric Company and Pennsylvania Power Company recently launched a contest that will provide thousands of dollars in energy efficiency improvements and prizes to three customers. Full Story
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Failing Kansas City Airport Roof Restored Using GacoFlex S-20
A crew from Clarks and Associated applied GacoFlex S-20 roof coating to restore a failing roof at a Kansas City, Mo. airport.
In order to remove 22 years of pollution on the top of a roof at the General Aviation Airport in Kansas City, Mo., Signature Flight Support hired Jim Clark and his team from Clarks and Associates to apply GacoFlex S-20 over the entire roof. Full Story
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Concrete Lifting Company Releases New Polyurethane Foam Product
HMI recently released its latest RR401g concrete lifter, capable of lifting concrete in the presence of water.
HMI company recently announced that its newest polyurethane foam product, RR401g, is capable of setting up, lifting concrete and maintaining its compressive strength when pumped under slabs in the presence of water. Full Story
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FOAM WEEK TV Debuts Third Season
The weekly spray foam industry news broadcast is aired Globally on YouTube and SprayFoam.com
FOAM WEEK TV, the popular weekly news broadcast produced by SprayFoam.com, will air the first installation of its 3rd season this Friday. Full Story
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Ignition Barrier Coating Over Spray Foam Passes Test With Surprising Results
International Fireproof Technology Inc.'s DC 315 sets new SPF Industry standard by passing a barrier test at an incredible 400 sqaure feet gallon.
Fireproofing technology company, International Fireproof Technology Inc. (IFTI), recently announced that its spray applied coating, DC 315, passed over Lapolla's FL 500 .5 pound open cell foam at 400 square feet per gallon. Full Story
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Touch 'n Seal Introduces Ignition Barrier Coating
The fire-retardant coating is approved for use over spray polyurethane foam.
The intumescent, fire-retardant, latex-based coating acts as a shield over the substrate by covering the treated material with a protective char-barrier from the exposure or spread of flame. Full Story
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ACC / CPI To Develop New Online SPF Training Program
The Center for the Polyurethane Industry will develop a new spray polyurethane foam training and education program with $48,000 grant.
The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC) recently received a $48,000 dollar grant from the U.S. Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) to develop new SPF training and education programs. Full Story
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Huntsman Corporation to Speak at Conference
The chemical manufacturer will participate in several sessions at the CPI Polyurethanes 2011 Technical Conference
Huntsman Corporation will participate in several panel and technical sessions at the Center for the Polyurethanes Industry (CPI) Polyurethanes 2011 Technical Conference in Nashville, Tenn. Full Story
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NCFI Product Meets New ICC Code
Sealite Spray Foam is the first product to receive approval based on new 2012 code
A new International Code Council (ICC) Evaluation Service report on NCFI’s open-cell spray foam insulation, Sealite, makes the product the first and only to meet new 2012 building code. Full Story
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Brand New Digital Spray Foam Magazine Released
Spray Foam Insulation & Roofing Magazine targets building professionals and contractors
With a target audience of over 435,000 building professionals, Spray Foam Insulation & Roofing Magazine™ is the largest spray foam informational and promotional medium in industry history. Full Story
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Insulation Industry Trade Show Hits Florida in September
The Insulation Contractors Association of America will host the annual convention & trade show in Orlando
The annual Insulation Contractors Association of America Convention & Trade Show will take place from Sept. 22-24, at the Contemporary Resort at Disney World in Orlando, Florida. Full Story
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Polyurea Company Releases New Color Stable Product
SoyThane Technologies, Inc. recently announced that the company's ExpandoThane product is now available as a color stable product.
Using new proprietary chemistry, ExpandoThane Ultra is now a standalone product and is currently available in a variety of color-stable colors as well as non-degrading polyurea, according to a recent press release from SoyThane Technologies. Full Story
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Open Cell Spray Foam Passes Ignition Barrier Test (DONT POST)
CertainTeed's CertaSpray open cell foam recently passed International Fireproof Technology, Inc.'s AC377 Appendix X test.
The certified ignition barrier test was performed at Intertek’s San Antonio facility where DC-315 passed at an industry best spread rate of 400 square feet per gallon. Full Story
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Former CEO Leads Spray Foam Company To Success
John Guffey, current owner of Energy One America, tells SprayFoam.com about the origins of his company.
After acquiring the company, Guffey moved Energy One to new headquarters in Bluffton, SC. He talks about their rapid expansion throughout the southeast. Full Story
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Minnesota Spray Foam Company Collaborates With Homebuilding Charity
Minnesota Spray Foam Insulation is currently collaborating with Habitat for Humanity of Douglas County to build energy efficient homes.
According to a local Minnesota news source, Habitat for Humanity is collaborating with Minnesota Spray Foam Insulation to built much more energy efficient homes with spray foam insulation applied within the envelope of the homes. Full Story
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Spray Foam Manufacturer's Products Pass Stringent Weather Tests
Demilec (USA) recently passed hurricane uplift testing with open cell and closed cell foams
Demilic USA's SEALECTION Agribalance® and HEATLOK SOY® 200 have passed the TAS 202 Static Air Pressure Test making them eligible for use as a hurricane adhesive, as well as a high R-value spray foam insulation. Full Story
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Ignition Barrier Coating Over Spray Foam Passes Test With Surprising Results
International Fireproof Technology Inc.'s DC 315 sets new SPF Industry standard by passing a barrier test at an incredible 400 sqaure feet gallon.
International Fireproof Technology Inc. recently announced that its spray applied coating, DC 315, passed over Lapolla's FL 500 .5 pound open cell foam at a rate of 400 square feet gallon during a ignition barrier test. Full Story
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New Spray Foam Industry Magazine Launched
Spray Foam Insulation & Roofing Magazine™ will e-mail to a building professional near you in September 2011
Spray Foam Insulation & Roofing Digital Magazine will e-mail to over 435,000 building professionals in September 2011. The magazine will also be available for download from iTunes and Android Marketplace. Full Story
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Florida Spray Foam Company Recently Completes School Job
North Florida Spray Foam reveals details about their most recent job as well as the history of the company.
Neil Autrey, current owner and president, recently spoke with SprayFoam.com about the company’s origins as well as the recent completion of a school project. Full Story
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GacoFireStop Receives IAPMO Certification
New Evaluation Service Report for GacoFireStop is Now Available
Gaco Western's GacoFireStop 5500 recently passed the industry flammability test for the second time last month. The report indicates that the GacoFireStop meets the building code performance requirements based on third party laboratory testing. Full Story
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Gaco Western Roof Foam Weathers The Storm
According to the tests, Gaco Western RoofFoam will not blow off a substrate during a category 5 hurricane.
Gaco's spray foam carries the Miami-Dade County Notice of Acceptance, certifying that the foam will protect the roof at design wind speeds up to 150 miles per hour when applied over concrete, steel, or a smooth-surface BUR roof deck. Full Story
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Spray Foam Manufacturing Company Launches New And Improved Website
Demilec USA recently released their new and updated website.
Realizing that the standards by which websites are judged change rapidly, Demilec set out with the goal of creating a modern site that educates and informs all audiences including homeowners, building professionals and spray foam contractors. Full Story
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New Non-Heated Open Cell Spray Foam Insulation Product Is Announced
SWD Urethane Announces Quik-Shield 106 ZH, a ½ pound, open cell spray foam insulation.
SWD Urethane announced the development of a new no-heat spray foam that is specifically designed to work with the new Graco E-8p Reactor. The new foam, identified as Quik-Shield 106 ZH, is a ½ pound, open cell sprayfoam insulation product with a 4.0 Full Story
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New York Spray Foam Company Combines Experience And Integrity With Energy Efficiency
New York State Foam & Energy, a BPI accredited and participating contractor, has made a name for themselves while working with numerous clients.
Mapping the structure into advanced modeling software allows the company's clients to be eligible for NYSERDA energy cash incentives up to 50% of the total cost as well as government backed 3.49% financing with credit scores as low as 550. Full Story
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Indiana Spray Foam Company Talks About Origins and Recent Job
John Shockney, current owner of Airpro Spray Foam, talks with Sprayfoam.com about how he established his spray foam company.
For the last eight years,John Shockney, current owner of Airpro Spray Foam, has worked and sprayed with great success. He talks with Sprayfoam.com about how he established his company. Full Story
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1880's New Orleans Home Restored Using Spray Foam
Tom Harlan, a New Orleans local contractor, restores broken-down historical home with spray foam playing a large part in energy savings.
New Orleans has showcased a home built around 1880 that recently underwent a series of renovations to improve its energy efficiency. Full Story
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A Lifetime of Value
CertaSpray™ Closed Cell Spray Polyurethane Foam (SPF) Helps Deliver Annual Energy Savings of $1,162
An in-depth look into the energy saving benefits of spray polyurethane foam insulation. Full Story
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Biobased Soy Spray Foam Insulation Protects in Flood-Prone Areas
United Soybean Board's Soy Biobased Spray Foam proves displays how to help buildings fight against floods.
Indian Creek Nature Center staff found that the soy biobased spray foam insulation meets FEMA/National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) regulations and it is a superior insulation in every way. Full Story
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New Jersey Spray Foam Company Donates $8,000 Towards Green Home Project
Green Life Energy Solutions teams up with Habitat for Humanity in the construction of Atlantic City's first energy efficient home.
Green Life Energy Solutions, a spray foam company based in New Jersey, collaborated with Atlantic County Habitat in the construction of a energy efficient home. The company donated $8,000 in closed-cell foam insulation for the project. Full Story
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Spray Foam Applicator is Awarded NASA’s Silver Snoopy Award
Spray Foam Insulation is robotically and hand applied to the Space Shuttle’s main fuel tank.
Michoud Assembly Facility contains one of the largest production buildings in the nation, which includes a vertical assembly building for stacking external tank components for the space shuttle program. Full Story
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Spray Foam Equipment Supplier Releases Job Site Management Documents
SprayWorks Equipment Group, LLC releases documents aimed at assisting contractors in the field.
In attempt to further educate and maximize the profits of contractors, SprayWorks Equipment Group released two documents that they hope will make managing activity on job sites and equipment management much easier for contractors. Full Story
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New York Spray Foam Company Holds Annual Foam School Training
Chrsitian Fabrication recently held a two day training seminar at their Westfield, NY facillity.
Christian Fabrication recently held their second annual Foam School with a student attendance rate of 26. The two-day classes covered a wide array of topics including health and safety, spray foam equipment troubleshooting, and material handling. Full Story
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North Carolina High Performance Spray Foam Adhesive Used In Luxury Home
Dan Maxwell of Mawell Urethane talks about his recent job spraying a multi-million dollar home in the Florida Keys using NCFI foam.
Dan Maxwell of Maxwell Urethanes gets excited talking about the home his company insulated in Key Largo, FL. Why shouldn't he be proud of their work on a multi-million dollar mansion in one of the most affluent neighborhoods in the U.S. Full Story
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Spray Foam Coalition Announces New Leadership Team
Group plans to be leading voice in spray foam insulation industry
The Center for the Polyurethanes Industry of the American Chemistry Council says the team, formerly known as the Systems House Group, aims to continue its works in product stewardship, industry research and advocacy efforts. Full Story
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Company touts spray foam for energy efficiency
Government and businesses praise spray foam for its cost-cutting benefits
Energy efficiency measures are being touted by the government and businesses alike for their cost-cutting benefits, and recently one company that specializes in insulation said that spray foam insulation can help to cut costs. Full Story
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New Chicago condos built to enhance energy efficiency
Engineers called on a firm to apply spray foam throughout the buildings
New housing units in major cities like Chicago can be exceedingly difficult to find as many potential home buyers are drawn to the newest models that feature the latest in energy efficiency upgrades. Full Story
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Spray foam can boost value of home, cut energy bills
Home owners are opting for energy upgrades instead of selling their homes
With consumers still wary of spending huge amounts of money, however, contractors have been using spray foam insulation and other tools that provide quick results and are relatively inexpensive. Full Story
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Spray foam insulation company emphasizes quality training
Insta-Insulation has seen the demand for spray foam increase rapidly
Insta-Insulation has focused on training its staff for the past 20 years. The company is one of the biggest experts in spray foam insulation in Canada, and it has seen its business grow at a fast pace over the past few years. Full Story
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Spray Foam Crew Helps Spray Eco-Friendly Home
Ken Wells and his crew from Elite Insulation & PolyPro recently sprayed an off-the-grid home in Rockbridge County.
Ken Wells and his team from Elite Insulation & PolyPro LLC recently completed a job that involved the application of spray foam insulation into a environmental friendly home in eastern Virginia Full Story
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Spray Foam HVAC Training Program Launches
Lapolla Industries launches a new program to better educate those in the HVAC industry about the correct application of spray foam insulation
Lapolla Industries has been a leader within its sector for years, and according to a press release from the company, it has long sought to educate those in the HVAC industry about the correct application of spray foam insulation. Full Story
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Maine Spray Foam Company Owner Talks About Origins and Future Plans
Skip Doodson, owner of Circle-D-Spray Foam talks to Sprayfoam.com about starting up his company and his future plans.
Some of the more unique jobs that Doodson and his team have encountered throughout their involvement with the spray foam industry include the application of spray foam to a home from the outside. Full Story
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Experts Recommend Homeowners Prepare Houses for Hurricane Season
Hurricane experts believe that one way to strength the home of homeowners includes the application of spray foam.
As hurricane season begins to intensify as the summer months go on, homeowners in U.S. states that are affected by the weather events are working to prepare their homes for potential damage. Full Story
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Texas housing community features energy efficiency updates
Spray foam among upscale ammenties of hot-selling properties
In Texas, the state's housing market was badly hit by the recession, but it is steadily rebounding thanks to a jump in energy efficiency updates that construction companies are including in many of their new housing projects. Full Story
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Spray Foam Equipment Manufacturer Unveils New Spray Foam Rig
SprayWorks Equipment Group unveils their newest spray foam rig.
SprayWorks Equipment Group, LLC announces their new spray foam rig: The Master Series Mobile Spray Foam Rig. The Master Series is a fully equipped mobile spray foam rig carrying the barrel blazer heating system and the Spraybot. Full Story
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Spray foam used to quiet skate park
Noise complaints from area residents in Newton Township, Pennsylvania, forced the closure of a public skate park a few months ago, but crews have worked to quell noise from the park, and it will soon reopen. Full Story
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U.S. Senator Pushes Energy Efficiency Tools to Cut Costs
Spray Foam was applied to help insulate the building, improve building's energy efficiency
Recently, U.S. Senator Jeane Shaheen toured a building renovated using a number of clean energy techniques, affirming that the facility should serve as a model for other businesses. Full Story
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Applegate Insulation Announces Spray Foam Seminar
The seminar will take place Lakewood, Colorado on June 21 and 22, 2011
The information packed seminar will feature information on the fine line of Applegate products which includes cellulose, Applegate R- Foam, and our new cotton batt line, Mr. Insulate. Full Story
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Experts Recommend Spray Foam for Crawlspaces
DIY Home Insulation Foam can help to improve energy efficiency
According to a recently published report, homeowners can cut utility costs and boost their homes' energy efficiency by using spray foam to fill in cracks and leaks. Full Story
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Cool Roof Coatings and Polyurethane Foam Supplier Launches Educational Website Network
American WeatherStar launches the USAFoamRoofing.com regional website network to educate local buyers of commercial foam roofing and roof coatings.
One of the more marketing savvy foam roofing suppliers, American WeatherStar (AWS) invests heavily in their growing national dealer network. Several of the regional foam roofing websites have been designed specifically for their dealer’s use. Full Story
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Spray Foam Critical Part of U.S. Military's Long-Term Energy Plan
Huntsman's white paper explores the role of spray foam in the military's efforts to reduce its energy consumption
In an effort to meet the aggressive renewable energy goals mandated by the federal government, the military is increasingly using spray foam in its building designs both domestically and abroad. Full Story
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New ICC Report Issued for BioBased 501w® Spray Foam Insulation
BioBased Technologies tested Flame Seal TB as the intumescent coating over its open cell spray foam insulation
The updated report includes information from a new industry test procedure focusing on the use of spray-applied foam plastic insulation in attics and crawlspaces without a prescriptive ignition barrier. Full Story
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Frank Sica is Voted Spray Foam Customer Service Rep of the Year
The 2011 Technical Service Rep of the Year Award Goes to Frank Sica of Polyurethane Machinery Corp (PMC)
Mason Knowles awards Frank Sica the 2011 Spray Foam Technical Service Representative of the Year. Frank has decades of experience in the spray foam and polyurea equipment industry and a very loyal and happy customer base. Full Story
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Gaco Western Launches Gaco University Training School
Gaco University Offers Spray Foam Safety, Materials, and Equipment Accreditation
Gaco Western Trains Certified Spray Polyurethane Foam Roof Applicators at Gaco University in the company's state-of-the-art research and development and manufacturing facility in Waukesha, Wisconsin. Full Story
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DEMILEC’s Line of Spray Foam Insulation Recognized by NAHB as Green Products
The spray foam insulation products manufactured by DEMILEC (USA) are eligible to earn points toward certification
Demilec USA's SEALECTION 500, SEALECTION Agribalance, HEATLOK SOY and HEATLOK SOY 200 spray foam insulation have all been recognized by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Research Center’s Green Approved Product program. Full Story
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EPA Announces Actions on Two Chemicals to Reduce Harm to People
The action plans are part of Administrator Lisa P. Jackson’s commitment to enhance EPA’s chemical management program.
“There has been an increase in recent years in promoting the use of foams and sealants by do-it-yourself energy-conscious homeowners, and many people may now be unknowingly exposed to risks from these chemicals,” said Steve Owens, assistant administr Full Story
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Christian Fabrication to Host 2nd Annual Foam School
School for spray foam contractors to take place on June 29th & 30th
The 2nd Annual Foam School is an ideal course for new contractors and distributors getting into the spray foam industry as well as experienced distributors and contractors who would like a “refresher”. Full Story
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Foam and Coating Distributors from 16 Countries Represented at Global Summit
Lapolla Industries, manufacturer and supplier of spray foam insulation, announced results of First Lapolla Global Summit
The first Lapolla Global Summit was held from April 14, 2011 to April 16, 2011 in Amsterdam. The Summit consisted of Foam and Coating Distributors representing 16 countries from Europe, Scandinavia, Middle East and South America. Full Story
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Roof Coating Project in Florida Receives Award
Southeastern Coatings & Waterproofing installed American Weatherstar's Elastomeric Coatings and TPO Single-Ply System to a 48,000 square foot Healthca
American WeatherStar announces Southeastern Coatings & Waterproofing as the second recipient of the 2011 'Spotlight On Excellence' award for their work on a roof coatings project in West Melbourne, FL. Full Story
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US DOT Confirms Safe Transit Status of Spray Polyurethane Foam
Petition by National Association of State Fire Marshals (NASFM) to classify PU foam and certain finished products containing PU foam as hazardous mate
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) continues to classify polyurethane (PU) foam as a nonhazardous material for purposes of commercial transportation. Full Story
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JM Corbond III® Spray Foam Insulation Approved for use in Canada
JM Corbond III insulation is a spray-applied, medium-density closed-cell polyurethane foam insulation
The Canadian Construction Materials Centre (CCMC), a national evaluation service for construction materials, products and services, confirmed JM Corbond III spray foam insulation meets its standards for use in commercial and residential buildings. Full Story
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Lapolla Delivers Sales Growth in Insulation Foam Business
Lapolla Reports Record 2010 Year Results - 43% Sales Growth
The Houston based manufacturer and supplier of spray foam insulation, cool roof coatings and equipment designed to reduce energy consumption in the residential and commercial markets announced positive 2010 sales results. Full Story
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Polyurea Application Sparks Excitement in New Zealand
GatorHyde manufacturers an extensive line of polyurea coatings for OEM, manufacturing & contracting industries
Applied Conveyor, the exclusive Dealer/Applicator for GatorHyde products in New Zealand just completed the first phase of installing GatorHyde DLX to the inside of 3 massive steel holding tanks at a major Gold Mine. Full Story
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Seattle Homes built with Spray Foam Given LEED Platinum Certification
Coates Design Architects in Washington state recently finished the construction of a group of homes outside Seattle
How were new LEED Platinum homes made to produce such significant cost savings? According to Coates Design Architects, they used insulating spray foam to shore up the cracks and leaks that sprung up around doors and windows, and in the foundation. Full Story
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Insulation Technologies to be Highlighted at National Convention
Bayer MaterialScience LLC will present innovative window, glazing and roofing systems; EcoCommercial Building initiative
Bayer Material Science will showcase their high-performance materials, technologies and initiatives for eco-friendly, economical building design and construction, including spray foam insulation. Full Story
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New Comprehensive Spray Foam Training Course Launched
Building Professionals Training launches new training program in spray foam across North America
The first program will be held in Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada on April 25th – 29th, 2011 at Red River College. Further program offerings will take place across North America in strategic locations in eastern, western and central Canada and U.S.markets Full Story
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Northeast Spray Foam Conference Scheduled for May 9th-May 12th
Fourth Annual Event is Presented by Spray Foam Distributors of New England, Inc.Spray Foam Distributors of New England, Inc. will present the Fourth A
The event offers four days of informative presentations, hands on training and SPFA Accreditation courses. The conference typically draws over 40 attendees travelling from all over the Northeast and beyond. Full Story
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Pennsylvania Net-Zero Home Designed Using Spray Foam
S&A Homes partnered with Integrated Building and Construction Solutions to construct the facility.
In Pennsylvania, a near-zero energy lab home was recently built that will serve as an example for homebuilders looking to construct a home that is environmentally sound as possible. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation is Thriving in the Bahamas and Caribbean
Thanks to Island Spray Professionals and Toio Mazzoni the construction market in the Bahamas is learning a much more effective way to insulate.
With insulation codes that barely exist, extremely warm weather year round, the insulation business in the Bahamas has never been more important for builder’s and homeowner’s, until now. Full Story
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Home Expert Recommends Spray Foam for Basement Renovations
It is important to make sure your walls can withstand the changes in temperature as the seasons change
Often, contractors will use cheap insulation that allows for air movement and leakage and can cost money in the medium- and long-term. One expert recommends using spray foam insulation to ensure that air and water leaks do not occur. Full Story
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SWD Urethane Demonstrates Extreme Cold-Temp SPF Insulation
At the SPFA in Reno, SWD Urethane demonstrated their Quik-Shield 112-XC spray foam insulation
Back in February, SWD Urethane demonstrated their Quik-Shield 112-XC spray foam insulation at the SPFA convention in Reno, NV. SWD Quik-Shield 112-XC may be applied to substrates as cold as 15 degrees. Full Story
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HEATLOK SOY® 200 Spray Foam Receives Evaluation Report
Demilec's closed-cell spray foam meets code requirements from the ICC-ES
HEATLOK SOY® 200 manufactured by DEMILEC (USA) LLC, received an evaluation report (ESR#3210) from ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES), providing evidence that the closed cell spray foam insulation meets code requirements. Full Story
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Spray Foam To Be Used In 2011 Solar Decathlon
C & R Insulation will install SPF on the University of Maryland’s entry house
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Decathlon as “an award-winning program that challenges 20 collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that are cost-effective, energy-efficient, and attractive.” Full Story
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Ireland Foam Supplier Produces Castor Oil Spray Foam
BFSI is leading the way in bio-renewable foam in the European market
While spray foam has been increasing in popularity in the US, it has also been gaining traction overseas. Bio Foam Spray Insulation (BFSI) focuses on Castor oil-based foam, a popular material in Europe due to its “green” properties. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation Receives Children & Schools Certification
SWD Urethane's Quik-Shield 106 and Quik-Shield 112 spray foam insulations are now certified by the GREENGUARD Environmental Institute
GREENGUARD Children & Schools Certification Program offers strict certification criteria for VOC's and indoor air quality. Quik-Shield 106 becomes one of only two open cell sprayfoams to be certified by GREENGUARD and Quik-Shield 112 joins 5 others. Full Story
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SWD Spray Foam Wins CCMC Approval
SWD Urethane Quik-Shield 106 1/2 lb insulation formula is approved for use in Canada
Quik-Shield 106, which has been available in the United States for years, delivers an industry leading 1” aged R-value at 4.01. It also typically delivers a smooth flowing formula, with less odor and fewer gun clogs than other 1/2 lb foams. Full Story
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DC 315 Is Added to Multiple Icynene® Foams
IFTI's DC 315 is an acceptable alternative to thermal or ignition barriers over Icynene spray foam
LD-C-50 is one of Icynene’s most popular insulation products and has been the preferred light density half pound foam in residential and commercial properties for over 20 years, claims the manufacturer. Full Story
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WeatherTight Roofing Offers Experience in Disaster Response
WeatherTight Maintains Commercial Roofing Offices in both New Jersey, Florida, Georgia and Pennsylvania
WeatherTight Roofing specializes in commercial roofing applications and disaster response. With 4 different locations, company experiences unique challenges in each region. Full Story
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CPI Issues Call for Papers and Posters
Papers and posters to be presented at the Polyurethanes 2011 Technical Conference, held on September 26-28, 2011
The Polyurethanes 2011 Technical Conference provides an opportunity to reach an audience of more than 1,000 manufacturers and processors of polyurethane-based products across all industrial sectors. Full Story
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Flame Seal and BioBased 501w® Pass Ignition Barrier Test
Polyurethane foam insulation system passed the new Appendix X, modified NFPA286 room corner test
The test was performed at Intertek in Elmendorf, Texas, and included a system with 11.5 inches of BioBased 501w open cell spray foam insulation in the walls and ceilings and only 4 wet mils (3 dry mils) of Flame Seal-TB intumescent coating. Full Story
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Safety and Stewardship Remain Top Priorities Spray Foam Contractors
Icynene is one of the first spray foam manufacturer to conduct workshops on the new Chemical Health & Safety Training
The new Chemical Health and Safety Training was developed by the Center for Polyureathanes Industry (CPI) of the American Chemistry Council (ACC). The training is a supplement to Icynene's extensive in-house installer training program. Full Story
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DOE Funds Energy Efficiency Upgrades Across U.S.
Improving structural insulation and building envelopes can help combat surging expenses
The Department of Energy is providing federal funding which should boost domestic support for initiatives to improve the efficiency of homes and commercial structures. Full Story
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Little Gen-Set from Next Generation Power Packs a Big Punch
Diesel Generator can be custom-built with a wide range of option, including spray foam applications
Diesel Generator is a versatile solution for reliable back-up and auxiliary power. Whether delivering onsite power for construction sites, or running equipment on service trucks or rescue vehicles, this compact 5.5 kW diesel gen-set is always ready. Full Story
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Passive Homes Take Sustainable Design to its Limits
Spray foam insulation contributes to keeping a passive home free from burning oil, gas or wood
Sustainable building is all the rage these days - and a few pioneers of the industry are taking it to its logical extreme, crafting buildings that don't require conventional heating at all. Full Story
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Owens Corning Reports Massive Jump in Earnings
The spray foam insulation and roofing materials manufacturer is recovering from a economic rough patch
With global real estate markets seeing some recovery in demand and consumer appetite for energy-efficient technologies like spray foam insulation growing daily, the company could experience a turnaround in this critical sector. Full Story
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Roof Coatings and Repair Supplier Hosts Annual Dealer Meeting
American WeatherStar unveils new roofing products, powerful marketing support program and co-op materials for their applicators and dealers.
Hands on demos for current dealers and new roofing companies were the focus of the event. Special guests like SprayWorks Equipment displayed SprayBot robotic roofing application equipment. Spray foam, acrylic and silicone coatings were also shown. Full Story
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GBCI Launches New Online Tool for LEED Professionals
Improves incentives that encourage builders to employ energy-saving technologies such as spray foam insulation
The Green Building Certification Institute has created and deployed a new web-based tool for LEED Professionals, known as the CMP Wizard. Full Story
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Saudi Arabia Emphasizes Insulation Investment
In the blazing desert climate of Saudi Arabia, spray foam insulation and other technologies are key to keeping structures cool
It may seem to be a strange concern for the nation with the world's largest proven oil reserves, but Saudi Arabia is worried about energy consumption. Full Story
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Reportlinker Issues New Study on Global Insulation Market
The world's largest economies may discover the wisdom of using top-notch insulation, such as spray foam
Reportlinker has issued a new analysis of the global market for insulation products, which market research shows will increase at a rate of about 5 percent annually through 2014. Full Story
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Keep Your Spray Foam Gun Clean and Reduce Downtime
Urethane Supply, Inc. Offers Gun Cleaning Deal and Special Offer on Chemtrend Pura® Insulation Release
Help keep your gun, hoods, machines, spray rigs, etc. clean with Chemtrend Pura Insulation release. Pura® Insulation Release is designed to prevent spray polyurethane foam insulation from adhering to most surfaces. Full Story
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Meritage Homes to Display Spray Foam Installation
Meritage chooses spray foam for its practical, economical and environmental qualities
On Friday, February 11, Meritage Homes will be displaying the application of spray foam insulation at a model home project in Centennial Hills, Nevada. Full Story
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Room to Grow in the New England Green Housing Market
Spray foam insulation helps to make these homes energy efficient
The market for sustainable construction in New England is growing, reports the Mainebiz.com, and there's room for further expansion in the future. It is important to insulate a home tightly with the most efficient materials possible. Full Story
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New Air Driven Proportioner for Spray Foam and Coatings
Polyurethane Machinery Corporation (PMC) will introduce the machine at Spray Foam 2011 in Reno, Nevada
PMC has incorporated a horizontal configuration of in-line metering pumps to help eliminate uneven loading during the pumping cycle. The horizontal positive displacement pump system provides minimal fluctuations in spray pressures. Full Story
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President Obama Unveils New Green Building Initiative
'HOMESTAR' aims to improve the efficiency of commercial buildings by 20%
The White House announced its new green building initiative at Pennsylvania State University last week, saying that the Obama administration is committed to supporting and promoting the cause of sustainable construction. Full Story
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David Mulkey Joins Premium Spray Products (PSP) as New Technical Director
Premium Spray Products manufactures spray foam systems for use in homes, office buildings, institutions, and agricultural structures
David has a vast knowledge of PU Foam chemistry and has developed numerous custom formulated coatings, elastomers, adhesives, both rigid and flexible PUR foams, Polyurea chemistry and Acrylic chemistry. Full Story
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First Net-zero Home in San Antonio Uses Spray Foam Insulation
Helps contribute to building a strong, clean-energy economy in San Antonio
BuiltSmart Resources put the final touches on the first net-zero energy home in San Antonio, Texas, with the help of solar panels from Schott Solar. The home employs spray foam insulation as a key part of its energy-saving arsenal. Full Story
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Prevent Snow Dams with Spray Foam Insulation
Keeping warm during one of the snowiest winters in US history
The snow is once again piling up on homes across the Northeast, as one of the coldest, snowiest winters in recent memories batters the United States. Spray foam insulation can prevent snow dams, which can create damage to the roof of a house. Full Story
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Bloomberg Launches Urban Technology Innovation Center
Will spray foam insulation and roofing products be represented?
New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg launched the city's new Urban Technology Innovation Center last week, a partnership between the mayor's office, local businesses and academic institutions. Full Story
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Building Performance Institute Sees Tremendous Growth in 2010
The number of contracting companies earning BPI Accredited Contractor status doubled for the second year in a row
The growth of the energy efficient buildings sector will continue to present new challenges to our industry to maintain standards for building performance work and for training. BPI is well prepared and positioned to meet those challenges. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation National TV Campaign a Huge Success
In the Fall of 2010, SprayFoam.com launched its 2nd annual National TV campaign. Another one is scheduled for February 2011.
Television Commercial Highlights the Benefits of Spray Foam Insulation to home owners. The commercial is formatted in 720p High Definition (HD) for the highest quality and presentation and can even be reformatted for customer use. Full Story
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PFSI Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
PFSI hosted costume party and sponsored parade float
Polyurethane Foam Systems Inc. (PFSI), Canadian spray foam and equipment supplier celebrated 10 years in the industry by hosting a costume party for their customers and sponsoring a float in the Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest Parade. Full Story
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Spray Foam Could Aid U.S. Troops
General Steven M. Anderson weighs in on energy efficiency
Spray foam could potentially help American servicemen and servicewomen deployed abroad in Afghanistan and Iraq, according to a retired brigadier general. Full Story
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Former Resin Technology President Joins NCFI Polyurethanes
James Doose joins NCFI, looks forward to working with NCFI high-performance spray foam insulation
Doose, former chief chemist, founder and president of The Resin Technology Company, will work with NCFI’s leadership team in analyzing and reviewing current products, and new product development - including InsulStar Spray Foam Insulation. Full Story
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Lapolla Industries Announces Spray Foam System with Recycled Content
At the International Builder’s Show (IBS) last week Lapolla announced a spray foam system that uses recycled content from plastic bottles.
Lapolla also is promoting “Energy Savings for Life” through their strategic alliance with EnergyWise and the use of sustainable building materials and more energy efficient home insulation such as spray foam. Full Story
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Burnt Home Reborn as 'Green' in Hawaii
Ceiling is insulated with Icynene spray foam insulation to keep the house cool
The first National Association of Home Builders-certified green home in Hawai'i was built on the ashes of a house that burned down last year, the Honolulu Star-Advertiser reports. Full Story
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Martha Stewart Embarks on New Green Building Venture
Spray foam insulation and solar water heater makes Florida home eco-friendly
Martha Stewart and KB Homes are embarking on a new joint venture that will see the famed businesswoman and TV personality lend her considerable (if somewhat diminished) influence to a new line of ecologically-friendly homes. Full Story
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USGBC announces 2010 LEED for Homes Awards
Spray foam insulation and roofing are growing in popularity for their contribution to LEED projects.
The United States Green Building Council - the body responsible for issuing the LEED environmental ratings - today announced the winners of its 2010 LEED for Homes awards. Full Story
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Insulation Improvements Mean Real Annual Savings
Bayer MaterialScience offers a program designed to help architects and homebuilders make their houses as airtight and as energy-efficient as possible.
According to the Environmental Protection Agency, a household's annual bill for energy clocks in at $2,200 annually. Full Story
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Spray Foam Contractor Donates Materials, Labor to Local Home
Foam Dogs, LLC works with an Ohio community group to renovate local home
For a tight, enclosed space like this one, spray foam insulation is the perfect solution. Foam Dogs donated both time and materials to fill the walls of the home with Henry Permax closed-cell foam insulation. Full Story
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Unique 50-Year Thermal Limited Warranty Offered for STYROFOAM™ Brand XPS Insulation
The warrenty is for the next-generation STYROFOAM™ Brand Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Foam Insulation products of 1.5 inches thick or greater
The new formulation has passed fire, industry-standard physical property, and application testing for both above-grade and below-grade applications. Building code qualifications are complete, and a U.S. ICC-ESR 2142 has been received. Full Story
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2011 International Builder's Show Kicks Off
Spray Foam Insulation Will Be Among the Building Solutions
The northern half of the East Coast might be bracing for another heavy load of snow but in sunny Orlando, Florida, builders will be displaying their best technologies and solutions for keeping homes warm and stable in the bitter winter months. Full Story
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Depth Means Warmth with Foam Insulation
With freezing temperatures on the east coast, spray foam insulation is the solution to keeping warm
Foam insulation might be one of the more advanced ways of keeping houses warm - or cool- but it still obeys the basic physical laws of thermodynamics. Full Story
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Urethane Foam: Magic Material - And the Best Kept Insulation Secret
The Polyurethane Foam Book is a must-read for people with urethane foam questions
Written by David B. South, who preceded his career as president of Monolithic by organizing and managing a successful urethane foam insulating business, the book combines personal anecdotes and experiences with tried-and-true, scientific data. Full Story
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Anchorage Home Rebuilt with Foam Insulation
Spray foam insulation can be retrofitted into an existing building
Habitat for Humanity helps people those who have lost their homes rebuild, employing volunteer labor to raise or renovate structures for families around the country. Full Story
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EnergyWise Structures and Lapolla Industries Enter Partnership
Sign Exclusive Agreement for Guaranteed Energy Savings Using Spray Foam Insulation
EnergyWise Structures of McKinney, Texas and Lapolla Industries of Houston, Texas today announced their new partnership which will see the firms working together to supply EnergyWise's customers with Lapolla's spray foam insulation solutions. Full Story
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Polyurea Goes Nuclear
Dudley Primeaux Presents Nuclear Coatings Symposium in Orlando, Florida
On January 18-19, Dudley Primeaux will present information on the first use of the polyurea technology in nuclear facility in various application areas. Full Story
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Spray Foam Offers Major Savings to Commercial Buildings
Employing reflective roof coatings and SPF, builders can achieve an unbroken blanket of insulation
Commercial buildings use an enormous amount of energy - and money - in heating and cooling ever year. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, the annual cost of heating the nation's commercial structures is more than $150 billion. Full Story
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Spray Foam Works on Projects Large and Small
SPF construction ranges from prefabricated homes to large complexes like the Superdome
On constructions ranging from compact, prefabricated homes to sprawling complexes like the New Orleans Superdome, spray foam insulation is suitable for projects of nearly any scale. Full Story
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What is R-Value?
You always see it related to spray foam insulation, but what does it mean?
Insulation advertisements - including those for spray foam insulation - often cite a statistic called R-value to illustrate the effectiveness of a given solution. Full Story
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SoyThane Technologies Introduces Complete Mobile Spray Foam Rig
The Mobile Rig is Fully Equipped - Just Add Foam
The trailer is large enough to carry all equipment needed with enough room left for multiple sets of foam to do a day’s work. Being able to disconnect the truck from the trailer gives you freedom to leave the equipment working and pick up other thing Full Story
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Spray Foam 2011 Swimsuit Calendar Announced
Spray foam application work is hard enough these days. Finding the date for your next job or routine maintenance on your foam equipment should be easy
Back by enormous popular demand from the spray foam contractor community, SprayFoam.com announces their 2011 swimsuit calendar coming just in time for the New Year. Read more to learn how to get yours. Full Story
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DC 315 Receives Certification Over Lapolla Spray Foam
IFTI's Thermal and Ignition Barrier Hits Another Trifecta
International Fireproof Technology Inc. (IFTI) announced today that DC 315 passed an NFPA 286 and AC 377 appendix X tests as a spray applied thermal and ignition barrier over Lapolla's FL 500 .5 pound open cell foam. Full Story
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Michigan Contractor Sprays Foam in Large Hospital in Wisconsin
Stony Creek Services sprayed 160,000 square feet of walls
In 2009, Stony Creek Services, of Ypsilanti, MI, completed a large scale spray foam application in a hospital in Oconomowoc, WI. The project was a 6 hour drive from Stony Creek Services’ headquarters and took 4 months to complete. Full Story
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Spray Foam 2011 Swimsuit Calendar Announced
Spray foam application work is hard enough these days. Looking up the date for your next job or to perform routine maintenance on your foam equipment
Back by enormous popular demand from the spray foam contractor community, SprayFoam.com announces their 2011 swimsuit calendar coming soon. Read more to learn how to get one or become a corporate sponsor. Full Story
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Spray Foam Website Traffic Reaches All Time Record Highs in 2010
SprayFoam.com’s Global Traffic is at Record Levels and Expected to go Even Higher into 2011.
SprayFoam.com is the number one ranked foam insulation and roofing website in the world. The website has been visited by virtually every country in the world, is the leading contributor to Google News, and Ranked #1 in the world by Alexa.com for Foam Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulates One of Houston's First LEED®-H Platinum Homes
Huntsman Corporation and CertainTeed Corporation Announced CertaSpray™ Spray Polyurethane Foams Selected for Houston Home
CertainTeed’s CertaSpray Open Cell and Closed Cell Foam Insulation, both featuring Huntsman’s technology, were used as the insulation products of choice in a custom home built by GradCo Structures & Homes, LLC. Full Story
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DC 315 Passes Tests Over InsulStar Spray Foam
IFTI and NCFI Ran an NFPA 286 with DC 315 Fireproof Paint for Foam
DC 315 has now passed the NFPA 286 test over NCFI Sealite 0.5 lb/ft³ open-cell, as well as InsulStar 2 lb/ft³ closed-cell foams making it the preferred thermal barrier solution for NCFI Polyurethanes. Full Story
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Graco® Announces Price Increase on All Equipment and Parts
Urethane Supply, Inc Announces Limited Time Rate Hold on New Orders
Urethane Supply is a ONE STOP supplier for all spray foam equipment needs. They specialize in custom mobile spray rigs, commercial single and plural component proportioning machines, Fusion, Probler and Probler P2 Spray Guns, and a full line of spare Full Story
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Section 179 Tax Deduction for Spray Foam Equipment
Paratus Supply Offers Special Year End Equipment Deal on Spray Foam Machines and Trailer Rigs
If you purchase new spray foam equipment before the end of the year, “Section 179 of the IRS Tax Code allows a small business to deduct, for the current tax year, the full purchase price of financed or leased equipment that qualifies for a deduction. Full Story
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Pura® Insulation Release Keeps Spray Foam Equipment Clean
SprayWorks Equipment Group Now Carries the Spray-Applied Water-Based Release Agent
The Pura Insulation Release product is simple to use and can be spray-applied to a wide range of surfaces before the spraying of any type of foam. It can help keep your gun and other equipment looking new and clean with one simple process. Full Story
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VersaFlex Announces New January Polyurea Training Course
The classes will take place in Houston, Texas between January 26-28
This course is designed to give those interested an insight into what makes the polyurea technology such an effective option. It covers a range of topics on polyurea; from the chemical composition to the equipment. Full Story
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CertainTeed’s CertaSpray™ Spray Foam to be Showcased in Free Webinar
Leading Building Industry Experts Address How Spray Foam Insulation Can Achieve Increased Energy Efficiency in Residential Building Projects
The event hosted in partnership with CertainTeed Corporation, will focus on the benefits of SPF insulation in residential construction and remodeling, and will discuss how to incorporate SPF in building projects. Full Story
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New Approval of DC 315 Thermal Barrier Over Spray Foam
State of Maine Approves DC 315 as Acceptable Thermal Barrier
International Fireproof Technology Inc.’s DC 315, is one of only a few products accepted as a thermal barrier solution to be used as an equivalent to 1/2” gypsum wall board in the state of Maine. Full Story
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Paratus Supply Announces New Spray Foam Rig
The XTR1 Spray Foam Rig Takes a Step Forward For What's to be Expected
The marriage of this small V-nose shell, the GH-25 hydraulic machine by PMC, and the 17.5 Kw portable gas generator allows the XTR1 to be one of the most reliable, highest performing, and easily maneuverable spray foam rigs ever built. Full Story
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Knauf Insulation Offers Free Air Barrier Class
The EcoSeal Air Barrier Class Takes Place December 7
Knauf Insulation EcoSeal Water-based Elastomeric Sealant is a thin, blue option for totally energy efficient homes. It forms a tight, flexible seal to prevent air infiltration in your building envelope. Full Story
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New Training Program for Spray Foam Applicators
Flame Seal Products Inc. & United Subcontractors Inc (USI) team to help SPF applicators meet fire code requirements
The goal of the training program is to inform the Sales Team and Spray Foam Applicators of the importance of meeting fire code requirements via proper application of Flame Seal's Certified Fire Retardant Coating. Full Story
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SprayFoam.com Announces New Instructional Video
Learn How Your Spray Foam Company Can Post Free News and Public Announcements on SprayFoam.com
Thousands of monthly visitors can now watch the first of many instructional videos on how to post free announcements on the world’s largest and busiest foam insulation and roofing website. Full Story
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Spray Foam Retail Center Now Open in Milwaukee Area
Coating & Foam Solutions, LLC announces another Foam Depot location
In addition to the primary production materials required by the contractor, the Graco line of performance spray foam equipment and accessories is available in 'Foam Depot.' 'Foam Depot' is the retail division of Coating & Foam Solutions, LLC. Full Story
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Before selecting Paramount Metal Systems as the design-build firm for the retrofit, André Desjarlais, group leader for Building Envelopes Research, ORNL, established the minimum R-values requirements, moisture migration targets, and an overall goal o Full Story
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Spray Foam Equipment Manufacturer Launches New E-commerce Site
21st Century JMT Launches New E-commerce Site for Multiple Manufacturer’s Spare Parts
21st Century JMT is a manufacturer of high quality spray foam and polyurea coatings equipment. In addition to e-commerce, they have moved to a new facility and are now offering repair services for other manufacturer’s equipment. Full Story
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Spray Foam Material Warming Device Solves Long Time Problem
The Barrel Blazer System from Sprayworks Equipment Group warms SPF material in the cold winter months
The Barrel Blazer System heats material by placing the drum on to the highly conductive drum size heating plate. As the temperature increases at the bottom of the drum it creates a large core of warmth rising upward and outward. Full Story
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Louisiana Roofing Contractors Apply AWS Acrylic Maintenance System
American WeatherStar announces the 2010 'Spotlight on Excellence' Winner #3
The EPDM roof on the Surgery Center at Willis Knighton Medical Center in Shreveport, LA was approaching 15 years old when they asked Louisiana Roofing Contractors for ideas to preserve the roof. LRC chose to install AWS Acrylic Maintenance System. Full Story
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FOAM WEEK TV - Spray Foam Weekly News Channel Announced
SprayFoam.com Kicks Off Their 2nd Annual Season of their Popular Weekly TV News Broadcast
Fall 2009 marked the launch of SprayFoam.com’s “Around the World in 60 Seconds,” a weekly news broadcast hosted by Doug Commette. The 2nd annual season launches today on SprayFoam.com, with a new host and has been renamed to FOAM WEEK. Full Story
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Lapolla Appoints Troy Herring as Insulation Product Manager
He has spent two years in the capacity of National Sales Manager for the AirTight Division
Lapolla Industries, Inc. is a manufacturer of insulation spray foam and coating products targeting commercial, industrial and residential applications in the roofing and insulation construction industries. Full Story
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Huntsman to Showcase Spray Foam Technology at Senate Event
The Senate’s Fall Environmental and Energy Showcase takes place September 29 in Washington, D.C
The event is designed to educate and promote green building initiatives and energy saving ideas to the Senate community. Attendees can learn how building owners can make energy improvements - i.e. by using spray foam insulation. Full Story
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Spray Foam Provides Many Benefits Over Alternative Insulation Materials
Although fiberglass is many homeowners’ initial choice, SPF provides many advantages
Polyurethane foam insulation is rapidly gaining in popularity as its benefits become more widely acknowledged. While its upfront costs may be a little higher than fiberglass, foam insulation is considered to provide a better quality insulation. Full Story
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DC 315 Passes NFPA 286 Over Lapolla Closed-Cell Spray Foam
Testing satisfies the requirements of the ICC regarding acceptable testing certification requirements
Gary Wolfe, Executive Vice President of IFTI states, “We have proven that DC 315, when applied to our specifications, per the test reports, is a low cost, easy to use solution to a building code issue.” Full Story
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Roofing Season Just Beginning for Expandothane Contractors
Soythane Technologies will be blending a winter version of ExpandoThane Polyurea Roof Coating
ExpandoThaneWC is an instant cure plural component Polyurea that is manufactured directly over existing roofs after proper preparation and due to its expanding, gap filling closed cell content it will act as an insulation barrier. Full Story
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cfiFOAM Offers Training for its Injection Foam Rigs
cfiFOAM’s products are compatible with other brands of injection and spray foam equipment
cfiFOAM typically trains customers at its facility in Knoxville, TN using primarily hands-on sessions to make certain each customer is comfortable with the injection and spray foam equipment and installation technique. Full Story
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DC 315 Passes NFPA 286 Over NCFI’s Sealite 0.5 lb/ft³ Open-Cell Spray Foam
NCFI Polyurethanes and International Fireproof Technology, Inc. (Paint to Protect) announced the test results
his testing satisfies the requirements of the ICC regarding acceptable testing certification requirements to be used in lieu of the requirement for a 15 minute thermal barrier when applied over NCFI’s Sealite spray foam insulation. Full Story
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Another Champion of Polyurea Technology Passes On
Mr. Gebhard Rauter, of Fast Set Power Units there in Villach, Austria, died on Sunday, 5th of September 2010
Gebhard Rauter was active in the polyurea industry’s growth and expansion throughout Europe. In particluar, he was active in polyurea equipment development and coatings application training. Full Story
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Learn Ways to Protect Your Home from Energy Loss
Tenmat Inc. discusses energy loss through recessed lights openings
According to the Department of Energy, every home without proper insulation, including spray foam insulation, loses costly heat and cooling through ceiling openings for recessed lights. There are several methods available to solving this problem. Full Story
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Lapolla Reports Record Second Quarter Results
Delivers 52.2% Overall Sales Growth and Year to Date Profit
Lapolla is a leading national manufacturer and supplier of spray foam insulation, coatings, and equipment, focused on commercial, industrial and residential applications in the insulation and construction industries. Full Story
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SprayFoam.com Teams up with SprayFoamLocal.com
A network of over 75 regional Sprayfoam.com websites targeted at every state and province in the USA and Canada
Each of the 51 USA Regional websites have been live for over three years. The websites are extremely well respected for their consumer level SPF information and most are #1 ranked by the major search engines such as Google, Yahoo, MSN and others. Full Story
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Aldo Products Company, Inc Breaks into Roofing & Wall Spray Foam Distribution
The company has manufactured elastomeric coatings and fire retardant products for the spray foam industry for over 28 years
“We have serviced both roofing and insulation contractors for many years,” stated Bob Brenk, Aldo’s President. '...Our level of customer service and quick turn around with quality products has always set us apart from the competition.' Full Story
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Gaco Western WallFoam 183M Passes ICC-ES AC377 Appendix X
The liquid spray foam insulation approved for use in unoccupied attic and crawl spaces without use of ignition barrier or intumescent coating
Gaco WallFoam 183M is an HFC-blown (zero ozone-depleting) liquid spray foam insulation containing polyols derived from naturally renewable oils, post-consumer recycled plastics and pre-consumer recycled materials CFCs, HCF's or other harmful gases. Full Story
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Master Pack Releases New Model Portable Proportioner Foam Dispenser
This new commercial series produces 20-lbs of spray foam insulation per minute
The revolutionary “Air Mix” Foam System is considerably less expensive than the standard “mechanical mix”. a local concrete company choose to insulate their water tanks vs continuing to “chill the water” prior to dispensing into their “cement mixers' Full Story
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Gatorhyde Protective Coatings Analyzes Polyurea Equipment and Properties
The Effect of Pressures, Spray-Guns, and Spray-Gun Mixing Chambers on the Processing and Physical Properties of a Single Polyurea Formulation
The industry has seen consolidation of polyurea equipment manufacturers as well a start-up manufacturer of new polyurea equipment and spray guns. Additionally, the market has adopted some new equipment ideas that were developed for other applications Full Story
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Tripolymer Offers Three Dealership Package Options
Injection foam packages allow contractors to expand service offerings
For the contractor looking to expand their service offerings, Tripolymer, Inc. offers various dealership package options to suit every contractor’s needs. They offer a Standard Package, Full Dealership Package and Switch-Over Package. Full Story
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Nationwide Overspray: What is 'Overspray'?
The (spray foam) overspray removal company defines the term
Overspray is the portion or amount of sprayed paint or other non water-soluble material that does not land on the intended target. It is an unintended consequence of a spray project and can vary in the extent of damage from light to heavy. Full Story
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Spray Foam Accidents: Are You Prepared?
Preplanning with an overspray removal company saves time and money
No matter how many precautions are taken to limit overspray during spray foam application, accidental overspray can occur. Without proper contingency planning, cleanup costs in these situations can have a negative impact on a project's profitability. Full Story
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Getting Started with Injection Foam Insulation
Tripolymer offers various considerations when deciding to offer injection foam
Once you decide to offer injection foam, you need to commit to the necessary investment, choose a supplier, participate in the appropriate training and market your new services. Full Story
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Insulating Foam Sealants Can Help to Weatherize Your Home
Air Sealing Your Home with Touch 'N Seal Insulating Foam Can Also Save Money and Energy
Weatherizing a home by sealing air leaks, gaps and cracks with Touch ‘n Seal insulating foam sealants and products can reduce energy loss by up to 38%. Constant pressure dispensing system delivers more spray foam, twice as fast, saving time as well. Full Story
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Gama North America - Release of Spray Foam Equipment and Blowout Sale
Providing the Original GAMA / Gampur G-30 and G50 hydraulic, high-pressure proportioners, guns and hoses
Original Gama products are commercially available in Europe, USA, Canada, China & the Middle East. Gama North America has no affiliation with any US entity, which may carry the same brand, name or likeness. Gama N.A. distributes spray foam equipment. Full Story
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SprayFoam.com Offers New Channel / Category Sponsor Programs
Channel Sponsor Program Adds to Already Robust Advertising Options on the Site
Adding to its already robust advertising options, SprayFoam.com recently added a “Category / Channel Sponsorship” program, allowing for increased brand exposure, along with specific, highly-targeted advertising. Full Story
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Injection Foam - Grow Your Business with Tripolymer
Tripolymer Injection Foam offers perfect solution for retrofit wall insulation
Whether you are an insulation, spray foam or general contractor, Tripolymer phenolic-based injection foam offers an excellent growth opportunity into a new market. Injection foam complements other contractor services and insulation materials. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation Installed in the First Net Zero House in Santa Monica
Thermal Roof Systems and Henry® Company will be providing and applying energy efficient, waterproof SPF insulation
The PUNCHouse Project 234, the first energy neutral home to be built in Santa Monica, Calif. TRS and Henry will also be applying a white reflective coating to the roof to ensure a durable, weather resistant and sun reflective surface. Full Story
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New Foam Depot Location Opens in New Orleans
Coatings & Foam Solutions, LLC announces the opening of its first “Foam Depot” location in the New Orleans market
The Foam Depot concept is more of a retail center designed to service all the needs of the SPF (spray polyurethane foam) insulation applicator. The New Orleans market is the first in a series of planned locations and will hold its “Grand Opening” on Full Story
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American WeatherStar Takes a Partnership Approach with Contractors
The company’s new spray foam division features co-op marketing programs
In addition to the company’s quality products and dedicated service, WeatherStar’s most notable attribute is probably the true partnership approach they take to doing business with their contractors, or “Authorized Independent Dealers.” Full Story
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Purchasing Considerations for Spray Foam Equipment
International Mobile Equipment lays out some fundamental considerations for choosing equipment
Spray polyurethane foam is a rapidly growing segment of the overall insulation industry. Based on analysts’ estimates, however, SPF’s total market share is still only a small fraction of the enormous insulation market. Full Story
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Touch ‘n Seal CPDS 1000 Offers Affordable Business Expansion Opportunity
The CPDS 1000 is an inexpensive, low-maintenance, portable constant pressure spray foam dispensing system
Low Initial Cost Reaps Big Rewards for Kentucky Business Owner. BCL Drywall & Insulation (Richmond, KY)found Touch ‘n Seal’s CPDS 1000 Constant Pressure Foam Dispensing System as the perfect solution to adding foam insulation services to the company. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation Used on a Modular Home Project
Project Provides Home for Family, Help for a Little Rock Community and Education for Architect Students
In their design, the students had planned and budgeted to use traditional insulation for the project. But Shafer agreed to discount BioBased 501® insulation, a .5 lb open cell spray foam insulation, so they could use it in the project. Full Story
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Winner of the Philadelphia 'Coolest Block' Contest Announced
Winning block receives energy saving ‘cool’ roof and foam insulation products donated by Dow
The contest allowed residents of Philadelphia row homes to compete to win an energy efficiency upgrade for their entire block, including an energy-saving “cool roof,” air sealing and spray foam insulation. The Dow Chemical Co. contributed products. Full Story
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Christian Fabrication Opens Doors for Foam School
Sponsored by CertainTeed, the school will be held in Central New York State
The training will take place over a course of two full days, June 22–23. It is primarily ideal for new contractors and distributors getting into spray foam insulation as well as experienced distributors and contractors looking for a refresher. Full Story
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How Spray Foam Insulation Can Save You Money
Nothing between your walls, ceilings, roofs and the outdoors? You're throwing away good money!
Spray foam insulation has an ability that other types of insulation lack – the ability to seal out air. While a reduction in heat transfer is the primary objective of insulation, air leaks also let warm air out and cold air and visa versa. Full Story
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American WeatherStar Announces Expanding Contractor Services
Provides entry level and advanced training for coating and spray foam contractor base and new to the industry contractors
American WeatherStar has partnered with Sprayworks Equipment Group to provide the highest level of technical support and services available anywhere, including safety, on-site training, technical support, spray foam and coating equipment, and more. Full Story
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Dow Products Receive NAHB Green Approved Mark
Dow’s line of building envelope solutions Green Approved under the new NAHB National Green Building Standard – a first in the industry
Dow Building Solutions building envelope products have received the NAHB Research Center Green Approved mark, making Dow the first to have both its energy saving insulation and air sealing products, like foam insulation. Full Story
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PolyCraft Germany Announces Release of New High Quality Hoses
Continuous Heated Hoses for Spray Foam and Urea Applicators
In addition to the 50 foot heated hose sections, Polycraft Germany is now also offering continuous sections of heated hoses – ranging from 100 feet up to 300 feet and are available in Low Pressure (2000psi) and High Pressure (3500psi) versions. Full Story
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Pinnacle West, Inc. Announces New Head of Technical Department
Protective coatings and spray foam solutions company offers reliable support from experienced professionals
Pinnacle is a single-source solution for all of your foam and coating needs. Pinnacle distributes open and closed-cell spray foam insulation, spray-on roofing systems, protective coatings and supplies. Full Story
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Insulation: The Road from Bricks to Spray Foam
Guardian Energy Technologies evaluates the development of increasingly popular “green” types of alternative insulation
One highly fashionable method of eco-conscious modern insulation is spray foam insulation. Many people today use a combination of spray foam and other insulation that reference ancient methods of insulation which employed some of the same materials. Full Story
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NCFI Launches Innovative SPFEquipmentstore.com
Design your own spray polyurethane foam or coating set-up and build a spray rig to customized specifications
NCFI's customers are not only some of the most successful trade contractors in the 'green building' movement, but are also technologically savvy. The new website allows for online purchases of spray foam equipment and supplies. Full Story
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Guardian Building Products Announces GuardFoam 27
GuardFoam 27 is a low-pressure, refillable spray foam system
Guardian Building Products has developed an innovative low pressure, refillable spray foam system called GuardFoam 27. In addition to its low pressure application of 190 psi, the product is unique in that it requires no separate equipment to use. Full Story
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Corbond Expands its Parts and Equipment Department
New technical support representative and expanded hours better serve spray foam contractors
With customers from Maine to Alaska to Hawaii the expanded hours of service for the parts and equipment department will allow customers increased access to technical support from Corbond’s experienced staff. Full Story
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SprayFoam.com Launches New Website Design Program
Get a Live Website within Days!
Available immediately, SprayFoam.com offers spray foam specific insulation, roofing & coatings websites for the SPF Professional. Increase sales and brand exposure immediately with a Website specific to your location. Call us for more details. Full Story
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American WeatherStar's Roof Coating Chosen in OSU Project
Acrylic 211 HT, AWS best coating for color retention against UV degradation on a roof beat out the competition
Oklahoma State University Tulsa campus invited several coatings contractors in the Tulsa, Oklahoma area to submit their chosen coating for a test on OSU’s main campus building to determine what product they would use to restore the roof. Full Story
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Protect Your Home Against Mold with the Proper Insulation
Guardian Energy Technologies explores the ways spray foam insulation prevents mold
Spray foam is a better choice overall in fighting the war against mold than any other type of insulation currently on the market. It adheres to the shape of the space in which it is blown or sprayed, completely filling the seal against intrusion. Full Story
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New Home in Aspen Proves Green Can Be Sexy
New Aspen Home a VISION for Green, Sustainable Building Thanks in Part to NCFI’s InsulStar® Spray Foam Insulation
The VISION House Aspen is the first in a series of homes built by Green Builder Media. The Aspen home opened its doors to the public this week, and features InsulStar® spray foam insulation as the “best of the best” insulation. Full Story
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Preventing Air Leaks In Your Home Using Spray Foam Insulation
Guardian Energy Technologies explains how to detect and prevent air leaks
The fastest, easiest way to seal air holes in your home is to use spray expanding foam. Guardian Energy Technologies carries all the sizes and types of do-it-yourself spray foam kits you’ll need for these projects. Full Story
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New Army Housing at Fort Bragg Gets Support from NCFI Spray Foam Insulation
NCFI’s Spray Foam Helps U.S. Army Build Better, Healthier, More Comfortable Housing for Soldiers
For men and women in the military, home is any spot in which you are ordered to drop your gear. For 600 lucky soldiers, that home will be warm, safe, dry and meet the Army’s new high standards for air tightness, thanks in part to NCFI SPF Insulation. Full Story
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Gama Machinery USA - THE REAL GAMA
Continuing commitment to providing customers with the highest quality equipment and service in the spray foam market
Gama Machinery USA has been distributing spray foam equipment manufactured in Spain since September 2007. Gama Machinery USA will continue to service that equipment and provide spare parts well into the future. Full Story
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NCFI Spray Foam Defines What It Means to 'Go Green'
Inside the walls of a new residential development in Maryland is the key to green building
Through the use of NCFI’s high performance spray foam insulation, Baldwin Homes can build a home that uses less energy, costs less to maintain, and is healthier and more comfortable in which to live. It is the new definition of green. Full Story
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DC 315- 15 Minute Thermal Barrier for Spray Foam Insulation
Now you can earn 2 LEED points for using DC 315
The LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) green building certification program encourages and accelerates global adoption of sustainable green building and development practices through a suite of rating systems. Full Story
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Dow Converts Riverside Facility to New Foaming Agent Technology
Riverside Plant in Missouri manufactures STYROFOAM™ Brand Extruded Polystyrene (XPS) Foam Insulation
Builders can easily validate the performance of new zero ozone-depleting (ODP), no-VOC STYROFOAM™ Brand XPS Foam Insulation made with the new technology by showing to code officials the ICC-ES report issued in January 2009. Full Story
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Specialty Products, Inc. Announces Synergy Series LPG™ Proportioner
The LPG™ Proportioner is smaller than traditional foam equipment and uses low pressure, heat & power
The LPG™ is a great solution for hard-to-reach spray foam job sites and small to medium sized projects or repair jobs. The highly portable nature of this machine allows the applicator to place the machine at the actual spray site. Full Story
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BPI Included in Draft 'HOME STAR Act of 2010' Legislation
Nationally recognized standards development and contractor credentialing organization for residential energy efficiency retrofit work
President Barack Obama promoted the proposed HOME STAR incentive program after touring an energy efficiency workforce development program at Savannah Technical College recently as part of his 'White House to Main Street' jobs tour. Full Story
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Insulating Foam Sealants Help to Weatherize Homes
Air Sealing Your Home with Touch ‘n Seal Insulating Foam Saves Money and Energy
All year long, a leaky house wastes energy and creates an often uncomfortable living environment. However, weatherizing a home by sealing air leaks, gaps and cracks with insulating foam sealants and products can reduce energy loss by 38%. Full Story
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Inventor of MasterBond-SP Spray Foam Stucco Process Dies
Michael R. Belleau, 52, Died Unexpectedly Tuesday, March 2, 2010 in New Bedford, MA Shortly After Finishing His Workday.
Our prayers and best wishes go to the family Michael R. Belleau, the award winning inventor of Masterbond-SP TM system of precision application and flattening polyurethane foam for finish with stucco and various other sidings. Full Story
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RICOWI’s Hurricane Ike Report on Roofing Investigations Now Available
Roofs designed and detailed according to current codes and standards for installation in high wind areas will perform satisfactorily
A logistics team was dispatched to the Houston area to conduct aerial surveillance, target sites and prepare for the seven teams. They collected specific information on each building examined, including the type of structure, roof type, roof slope. Full Story
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Dow and Philadelphia Create Contest to Find the “Coolest Block”
Contest brought to you by The Dow Chemical Company, the City of Philadelphia and the Energy Coordinating Agency of Philadelphia (ECA)
Historic row home neighborhoods in Philadelphia, PA will compete to be the 'Coolest Block.' The winning block will receive energy saving ‘cool’ roof and air sealing and foam insulation products donated by Dow. Full Story
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NCFI-Lubrizol Joint Study of Spray Foam Insulation and CPVC
Two U.S. Manufacturing Companies Step Up To Help Building Industry Correct Potentially Costly Misinformation
While other spray foam manufacturers would have probably done the same, NCFI is glad we had the opportunity to work with Lubrizol to quickly and professionally head off a potentially threatening misconception. Full Story
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Overspray Removal Process Goes Green
Nationwide Overspray announces the addition of water reclamation units to its mobile overspray removal service offerings
The water reclamation units are portable, can be set up in minutes and are designed to prevent the by-product of the spray foam overspray cleaning process from entering the ground water and possibly seeping into the water supply system. Full Story
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Rethinking Air Sealing in Residential Home Remodeling
Fomo Products’ polyurethane foam insulation offers one-for-all solution to air sealing challenges, increases energy efficiency
Traditional air sealing methods can be costly and require extensive time to apply. Using a spray polyurethane foam, such as Fomo Products, Inc.’s Handi-Family™ product line, creates an effective barrier in a fraction of time and cost. Full Story
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BaySystems™ Brings Hope to New Orleans Nonprofit with energywise™ Donation
Bayseal® OC spray foam insulation and Bayseal® CC SPF insulation systems was used to efficiently seal the building
BaySystems provided it’s energywise Energy Cost Savings Guarantee program to the home, which will result in annual savings in energy bills. energywise™ is a residential program that combines energy performance analysis, HVAC system sizing, and spr Full Story
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BioBased Technologies® Begins Implementing Plan of Reorganization
BioBased Insulation® is a leader in the polyurethane spray foam insulation market
With the Federal Bankruptcy Court’s approval this week of its plan of reorganization, BioBased Technologies will get a new start in 2010. The plan allows the company to fully pay all trade creditors and ensures continued funding. Full Story
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Gaco Western’s WallFoam 184 BIO Offers Green Upside in Down Market
High-performance, naturally renewable-based spray foam insulation is key market differentiator for builders, contractors
Gaco Western, manufacturer of the most technologically advanced elastomeric coatings and polyurethane spray foam for the construction and waterproofing industries offers builders and contractors – WallFoam 184 BIO. Full Story
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Foam Dispensing System Offers Cost-Effective Delivery of More Foam
Convenience Products, the manufacturer of Touch ‘n Seal insulating foam products, announces the new CPDS 1000
The CPDS 1000 is an inexpensive, low-maintenance, portable constant pressure spray foam dispensing system that uses an internal air compressor to deliver higher foam yield at more than twice the speed as foam kits. Full Story
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New Coating Meets More Stringent ICC-ES Compliance Criteria
Bayseal IC coating provides economic and sustainable ignition barrier equivalent for spray polyurethane foams
Bayseal IC provides builders and spray foam applicators with a cost-effective and easy solution to comply with the new ICC-ES AC377 acceptance criteria approved in June 2009 and now in effect. Full Story
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New Generator Compressor Design Saves Even More Floor Space
Next Generation Power Engineering's spray foam combination units save space and weight by combining two machines into one
Previous designs put the belt-driven compressor off to the side of the engine, keeping a low-profile, but adding width to the set. This configuration is still offered and perfect for height restricted areas, such as the front of gooseneck trailers. Full Story
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Foametix Racing Returns to Daytona 24
The race will be broadcast live on SPEED on Saturday, January 30th at 3PM EST
For Foametix Spray-On Foam Insulation, the chance to run at Daytona for the third successive year is a welcome opportunity. 'The Rolex 24 Hours at Daytona is a true test of speed, endurance, and reliability,” stated Chris Miller. Full Story
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Polyurea Development Association to Host 2010 Annual Conference
The annual conference for polyurea will be held on April 13-15 in Orlando, FL
'The World of Polyurea' will be dedicated to discussing and experiencing project profiles, the details of Miami-Dade testing and certification, and educational courses. PDA will present a dynamic line up of speakers throughout the conference. Full Story
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Important Safety Guidelines for Spray Foam at Your Fingertips
Second Foam Book from BaySystems is an educational and marketing tool for builders and contractors
This second Foam Book follows the successful introduction of the original Foam Book in 2009, which highlighted the benefits of spray polyurethane foam. It was designed and produced with BaySystems' customers’ needs in mind. Full Story
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NCFI Looks to Provide Industry Training for Foam Applicators
Green Collar Workers Strengthen Building Economy
A potential stumbling block currently in green building would be lack of qualified high-performance spray foam applicators. NCFI is tackling that potential concern by recruiting, training and supporting top-quality insulation installers/applicators. Full Story
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Why Use Spray Foam Insulation in Houston, Texas?
Diversified Thermal provides overlooked uses of foam insulation
Why insulate homes and buildings? When asked, many people would probably say it is to cut energy costs. It is a well-known fact that adding or increasing insulation brings energy savings. But insulation in Houston also serves other purposes as well. Full Story
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Commitment Given to Efforts to Reduce Environmental Impact of Construction
Bayer MaterialScience supports UNEP call for common approach to measuring carbon footprint of buildings
Bayer contributes its expertise and high-tech products and arranges for the involvement of suitable companies from the network to facilitate tailored solutions for the construction of energy-optimized commercial and public buildings. Full Story
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Frigid Temperatures Causing a Crisis for Many Americans
Spray Foam Insulation Helps Homes and Businesses Save on Energy Use
Heating, oil and gas bills are through the roof- causing a hardship for many across the U.S. A major solution is energy conservation on your heating bills- using a foam insulation that can keep your home air-tight and save 40% or more on energy bills Full Story
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Home Foam® Insulation Helps Slash Energy Costs
Just a $77 monthly bill for 3200 sq. ft. home in Ontario
Used in the attic, exterior walls and basement walls, Home Foam provides both thermal insulation (R-value) and air sealing. By virtually eliminating air leakage, Home Foam mitigates significant energy loss even in well-built new homes. Full Story
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Overspray USA Offers Nonabrasive Overspray Cleanup Solution
Specialists utilize unique hand polishing system to help remove stray spray foam
With a nonabrasive hand polishing system, Overspray USA wipes away excess foam without risk of damaging the paint finish, glass, chrome, rubber trim or molding pieces. The company’s nationwide mobile service team is available throughout the US. Full Story
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Revolutionary, Alarmed Lock System Protects Spray Foam Trailers
Next Generation Power, a distributor for Xena Security with strong links to the trucking industry, has developed the alarmingly strong Cargo Door Lock
The Xena lock is pick-proof, freeze-spray proof and drill resistant, while incorporating an 110dB siren. It's triggered by a motion and shock sensor that can be easily disarmed with the key for a passive mode. Full Story
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New Spray Foam Service Offices Opening in Maryland
Hottel Energy Solutions announces the opening of their offices in New Market, MD for spray foam insulation services
Located to serve the DC, Baltimore, Frederick, and surrounding areas, HES combines extensive knowledge and experience in HVAC design/installation, energy modeling, and building envelope systems with complete spray foam insulation services. Full Story
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Contractors Praise Tripolymer® Injection Foam Insulation
Tripolymer® is Uniquely Suited for Certain Applications
Tripolymer injection foam is an excellent product for contractors and spray foam installers to add to their existing lineup, supplementing their current spray foam offerings for applications that may be difficult for standard spray in place foam syst Full Story
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Spray Foam Equipment Generator Now Offered in 10-80 HP Sizes
Next Generation Power introduces its state-of-the-art line of Hydraulic Power Packs
These packs provide longer service life, increased safety & better fuel efficiency than gasoline-powered versions. Available from 10hp to 80hp in 1,800 or 3,000 rpm with one to four cylinders, they can be configured for mobile or stationary purpose. Full Story
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Guardian Building Products Manufactures GuardFoam 55 Product Line
Although primarily known for fiberglass insulation, GBP offers high quality spray foam
Guardian has established a signature brand of quality and customer service in the building materials industry and they have brought this high standard to their spray foam products. Guardian offers both Open Cell & Closed Cell versions of Guardfoam55. Full Story
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Lapolla to Conduct the In-Field Quality Assurance Program for FoamLOK Insulation
Agreement with Exova for Canadian Field Inspection Ensures Highest Standard For Field Performance for Lapolla Industries
'..The program provided by Exova, along with the product provided by Lapolla, will bring a new level of professionalism & recognition for the applicators, the distributors, Exova, and Lapolla and will result in a high level of customer satisfaction.' Full Story
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Working with Robotic Machines for Spray Foam, Coating and Polyurea
Over the years, robotic spray application machines have made improvements. Until it’s perfected, the SPF industry must work with the current mechanism
With the evolution of new electronics, design of materials, and good old fashion know-how there have been a flurry of mechanical assisting spray machines called robots introduced in recent years. Of these, several have been reasonably successful. Full Story
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Lapolla Industries, Inc. Donates Spray Foam Insulation to Illinois Family
Lapolla and ABC’s “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” teamed-up to insulate the Stott family's new home
Four spray foam insulation crews traveled from Illinois and Michigan to insulate the walls and unvented attic of the new 3,300 sq.ft. farm home. Closed-Cell spray foam was recommended for this project as the house is openly exposed to the elements. Full Story
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New Cold Weather Spray Foam Speeds Job-Site Construction
THERMAX™ Wall System from Dow Building Solution makes spraying foam at below-freezing temperatures quicker and easier
“With this new formula, the THERMAX Wall System not only extends the work season, but the work day too,” says Doug Todd, commercial market manager, Dow Building Solutions, North America. Full Story
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BASF Hosts Press Events During Greenbuild 2009
Three Events will take place at the Phoenix Convention Center, Phoenix, Arizona, from Nov. 11-12
Top findings of 2009 ULI international retrofit report revealed BASF Second Annual Round Table on Sustainable Construction First phase-change wall panel launching in the United States Wall cladding eco-efficiency study unveiled. Full Story
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Dow Spray Foam Insulation Meets Stricter ICC-ES Flammability Test
STYROFOAM™ Brand SPF Insulation RS Series meets new, stricter flammability test criteria for attics and crawl spaces
“Spray foam insulation contractors are looking for practical ways to create energy efficient attics and crawl spaces and meet code without adding extra steps,” said John Hammer, North America marketing manager, Dow Building Solutions. Full Story
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Lapolla Industries Spray Foam Sales Increase for Q3
Lapolla reports record Third Quarter 2009 results delivers operating profit and revenue growth
Douglas J. Kramer, CEO and President of Lapolla commented, 'Lapolla's sustained growth, even through the current economic conditions, is a result of Management's understanding of the dynamics of the spray polyurethane foam industry.' Full Story
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Adding Foam Insulation to Commercial Building Roofs Proves Beneficial
Bayer MaterialScience LLC and International Council of Chemical Associations reinforce energy saving potential of building insulation materials
Bayer MaterialScience’s commitment to industry leadership in sustainable energy solutions led a team of company scientists to recently publish “Energy and Environmental Impact Reduction Opportunities for Existing Buildings with Low-Slope Roofs.” Full Story
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New Compressor Pumps Up the Power for Spray Foam Applications
Next Generation Power introduces standard line of heavy-duty Diesel Air Compressors – KS3030
KS3030 owners get all the other benefits of having a diesel engine, including better fuel economy, longer service life and lower maintenance. Ideal for use in outdoor conditions, it has no electronic components. Full Story
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Ohio Spray Foam Contractor Helps Create Warm Solution to Cold Problem
WRI Applications, LLC improves private ice hockey facility in Dayton, OH with spray foam insulation
Ice rinks present several unique challenges for designers, all stemming from the fact that the floor of the rink is maintained at below-freezing temperatures while the remainder of the building is kept much warmer. In this case, SPF was the solution! Full Story
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Spray Foam Manufacturers Invited to Participate UL 1715 Testing
International Fireproof Technology Inc. will run certified UL 1715 testing of their foam using DC 315 water based latex intumescent paint
DC 315 offers the foam industry an economical option for its applicators and contractors to comply with ICCES requirements of a 15 minute thermal barrier. Foam manufacturers have an opportunity to partner up on running UL 1715 testing on their foam. Full Story
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GuardFoam 55 Spray Polyurethane Wall Foam Keeps the Air Out
Guardian Building Products introduces their newest product as the answer to the air infiltration problem
GuardFoam55 is sprayed on with a high-pressure delivery system providing a seamless layer of insulation. The key advantage of this full cavity foam application is the elimination of air infiltration and its ability to perform in hot or cold climates. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation Contributes to Stanton Home’s Energy-Efficient Options
Stanton “Homes for Heroes” utilizes energywise™ system to build affordable, energy-efficient homes for veterans
The energywise approach offers an energy efficiency package that is appealing to homebuilders and homebuyers alike. It involves engineering the heating, air conditioning systems, plus doors, windows, and insulation to work with the thermal envelope. Full Story
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New Heavy-Duty Spray Foam Industrial Generator Provides Maximum Output
Next Generation Power introduces the latest addition for jump starting the largest vehicles and equipment in the most
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industry, the new water-cooled, Kubota-powered, diesel Jump Start Package
produces 1,000 amps at 12 or 24V DC. With glow plugs standard, cold starts
are never a problem in any climate. Full Story
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Off-the-Grid Home Features Foam Insulation
3,000 square-foot, ranch-style house project choses InsulStar high performance spray foam insulation by NCFI
USA Today says in 2006 there were around 180,000 families living off-grid, in the U.S., and according to Home Power magazine that figure that has jumped 33% over the past decade. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation Protects the New Syracuse Sports Center
Dow Insulation Wraps Syracuse Sports Center in Energy Efficiency
To prevent heat transfer and condensation, the THERMAX Wall System surrounds the building’s exterior with acrylic-coated, aluminum-faced polyisocyanurate foam, affixed to steel studs and flashed at the seams, windows and doors Full Story
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New Spray Foam Equipment Store Front and Trailer Manufacturing Facility is Now Open
DEMILEC (USA) LLC’s new facility in Arlington, TX will supply equipment trailers to spray foam contractors throughout the U.S.
“This centrally-located facility will enable us to provide the highest level of service to our customers by enhancing timely distribution of parts and equipment and by introducing a streamlined trailer manufacturing process,” said Scott Henderson. Full Story
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Gama Machinery USA, Inc. Launches New Spray Foam Equipment at ICAA
A new hydraulic proportioner and spray gun for the foam insulation industry is on exhibit in Tucson, Arizona Insulation Contractors Association of Ame
'The Gama GH Series is a relay logic proportioner with 'No Printed Circuit Control Boards!' This allows for easy in the field troubleshooting and low cost repairs,' states Gama. Full Story
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ACC and SPFA Announce New Panel Session on Spray Polyurethane Foam
The panel at CPI Conference will focus on health and safety issues; product stewardship
The session will take place on October 6, 2009 from 2:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. at the Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center in National Harbor, MD. It will include industry and agency experts emerging issues in the workplace. Full Story
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BASF Construction Chemicals Earns LEED Certification for Minnesota Facility
This is the first BASF building to earn LEED Certification and only the third building to earn LEED EB O&M certification in Minnesota.
A Silver Certification verifies that BASF has achieved significant improvements in energy efficiency; implemented programs to reduce waste to landfill, encourage sustainable purchasing, and improve the indoor environmental quality of the building. Full Story
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Foam Roofing Project in Iraq Keeps Communications Center Cool
Polyurea equipment from Kuwait is refurbished and used for a foam roofing project east of Bagdad, Iraq.
The military is putting projects such as this up for bid to local business in an attempt to bolster the economy and develop business infrastructure in Iraq. Steve Chandler from Kinetic Blending worked and consulted on the job. Full Story
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American WeatherStar Establishes New Spray Foam Division
The new division helps to meet the ever expanding supply needs of the spray foam insulation industry.
In addition to continuing to promote energy efficient roofing, the AWS Spray Foam Division adds the ability to insulate walls for interior applications, thus providing all the materials necessary to completely insulate any building envelope. Full Story
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Spray Polyurethane Foam Industry Product Stewardship Panel Announced
Panel discussion focused on health and safety issues will be held at the Polyurethanes 2009
Topics to be discussed include training, hazard communication, and workplace practices for safe handling and use of spray polyurethane foam ingredients, including selection of appropriate personal protective equipment. Full Story
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Tripolymer Injection Foam Insulation Complements Spray Foam
Injection Foam is Uniquely Suited for Certain Applications
Tripolymer injection foam is an excellent product for contractors and spray foam installers to add to their existing lineup, supplementing their current spray foam offerings for applications that may be difficult for standard spray in place foam syst Full Story
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Boy Wins 10k Race Wearing Spray Foam Shirt
Alex Commette, a 10 year old from Brielle, New Jersey was the youngest to run in the annual Brielle Day race.
Commette not only won his Under 14 division, but placed 51st overall and finished the entire race in 48:02 minutes, beating most of the adults for the day. Full Story
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Gama Machinery Appoints John Pardi as National Sales Manager
Spray Foam Equipment Manufacturer Ramps up US Operations
Mr. Pardi’s goals will include expanding distributor relations, introducing new American-made products, determining how to help contractors expand their markets and introducing new high performance and lower cost replacement hoses, transfer pumps and Full Story
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Illinois Spray Foam Contractor Joins Paint To Protect Network
International Fireproof Technology, Inc. (IFTI) expands its distribution network
With new ignition barrier standards, Paint To Protect is aggressively reaching out to the SPF industry so no one is caught by surprise or does work that will not meet code as the new ICC-ES AC 377 code requirements go into place January 1, 2010. Full Story
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Spray Foam Generator-Compressor Provides Unmatched Efficiency
Environmentally-Friendly Diesel Generator Compressor proves more reliabile than gasoline
An advanced vortex combustion system creates greater energy output with less fuel consumption and cleaner burning exhaust. The versatile unit also features a remote stop/start panel and oil pressure and water temperature shutdowns. Full Story
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BASF Offers Online Spray Foam Roofing Insulation Course
One-hour interactive online course covers several popular roofing insulation systems
“We created the Online Campus for High-Performance Construction to help industry professionals more quickly adopt proven solutions that make construction more sustainable,” said Jack Armstrong, Leader Construction Markets for BASF in North America. Full Story
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New England Spray Foam Contractor Participates in “Deep Energy Retrofit Pilot”
The Green Foam Guy completes one of ten projects selected to receive substantial financial incentives from National Grid
The Green Foam Guy was chosen to participate in the Gloucester, Massachusetts case study where 5” of closed-cell foam was applied to the exterior of the home to a Larson Truss system providing an air barrier as well as an R value of 43. Full Story
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California Couple Constructs Rainforest Exhibit Out of Spray Foam
Spray Foam Systems supplies do-it-yourself foam kit for unique endeavor
Clayton and Elaine Everett of Turlock, CA created a replica rainforest environment for local Stanislaus County Fair using spray foam for most of the larger props. The couple used a do-it-yourself spray foam kit from Spray Foam Systems of Greensboro, Full Story
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Ecological Spray Foam Insulation Manufactured from Recycled Plastics and Soya
Canadian Spray Foam Supplier, PFSI presents its new generation of Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation
With one ecological insulation material Polarfoam PF-7300-0 Soya you get the 3 essential properties for a high efficiency-building envelope in a single application. Consequently, you reduce the cost of the project as well as its energy consumption. Full Story
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BaySystems™ Selects New Premier U.S. Distributor of Spray Foam Materials
BaySystems™ inks agreement with IDI Distributors Inc., leading distributor of insulation products, to distribute perimeter wall spray polyurethane foam products
IDI Distributors Inc. is able to supply its customers with spray foam products from BaySystems from its more than 25 locations. Customers are able to receive the products either same-day or within 24 hours. Full Story
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Founder of Central Coating Suddenly Dies
Thoughts on the Passing of John Nolan
John Patrick Nolan passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at the age of 71. He was the founder and owner of Central Coating Company, one of the leading sprayed polyurethane foam roofing companies in the United States. Full Story
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SprayWorks Connects with Foam Roofing and Coatings Industry
In less than a year, SprayWorks has responded to hundreds of inquiries through SprayFoam.com
The new Spraybot spray foam application was an exciting new development for SprayWorks and they were looking for the most effective way to market and distribute their new product. In order to grow business, they turned to SprayFoam.com. Full Story
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SoyTherm™ 50 Spray Foam Insulation Receives ICC-ES Approval
USSC announces the ESR 2917 approval from the ICC-ES
Urethane Soy System’s SoyTherm 50 meets all requirements of the ICC-ES to allow its use under both the International Residential Code and the International Building Code for use in attics and crawl spaces, including the unvented attic assembly. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulated Roof Holds Firm in Hurricane
SPF roofing systems are seamless and self-flashing, making wind uplift from hurricanes virtually impossible.
'SPF roofing was an ideal choice for the Bayne- Jones Army Community Hospital, because of its quick and low- isruption application methods. In addition, SPF makes it easy to cover an uneven roof surface smoothly and seamlessly.' Full Story
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Closed-Cell Spray Foam to Offer Significant Benefits to Metal Buildings
Providing insulation and moisture resistance to metal buildings and metal roof assemblies in retrofit help maintain new and renovated building projects
The use of ccSPF can impart a number of high-performance attributes to metal roofing and cladding assemblies, from high R-value thermal insulation and good acoustical performance to wind uplift resistance and increased racking strength. Full Story
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Homepath Products Integrates Cable Pathways in Spray Foam Insulated Cavity Walls
Upgrading home network cabling through energy-efficient foam wall insulation optimizes home electronics upgrades with the patent pending eXapath™ in-wall low voltage cabling system.
Homepath Products explains how pre-installing cabling pathways makes energy-efficient foam wall insulation more user-friendly for homeowners and more adaptable to future technology changes. Full Story
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The Canadian Spray Foam Market Is Thriving
Canada Presents New Challenges & New Opportunities for Foam Insulation
While the spray foam industry has been rapidly expanding in the United States, the growth of the Canadian market has also been increasing in momentum. Full Story
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The Benefits of Using Recycled EPDM
Environmental Responsibility Applied in Large-Scale Roof Applications
By exploring green roofing options, WDG was able to develop their System 14 roofing system into an environmentally friendly silicone roofing system that eliminates petroleum-based solvents and uses recycled EPDM. Full Story
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Lapolla Obtains ICC-ES Approval on .5 pcf SPF for Insulation
Credential Eliminates Barrier to Entry in North American SPF Insulation Markets
Their Foam-Lok half pound spray foam insulation has been approved for use in wall cavities, floor and ceiling assemblies, and attic and crawl space applications by ICC Evaluation Service, Inc. (ICC-ES) Full Story
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Understanding the Affects of Tax Credits on the Spray Foam Industry
DEMILEC (USA) LLC® compiles list of tax credits to help explain the Economic Stimulus Plan in relation to the SPF Industry
With the recent Economic Stimulus Plan and Tax Credits, DEMILEC (USA) LLC® comes up with four different tax credits that pertain to the spray foam industry and are worth knowing about when out there in the marketplace. Full Story
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SEALECTION Agribalance® Spray Foam Insulation Receives IAPMO ES Report #0123
The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO), provides evidence that the company’s SEALECTION Agribalance® open cell spray foam insulation meets code requirements.
IAPMO has evaluated construction products since 1936. They are also known as the administrators of the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code, as well as the authors of more than 200 product standards. Full Story
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Watch Spray Foam Insulation on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition”
DEMILEC (USA)’s SEALECTION® 500 is a semi-rigid spray foam insulation that is noted for its energy-efficiency, financial savings and ability to create a clean, comfortable and quiet in-home environment.
Demilec (USA) foam insulation used to rebuild a family’s home infested with mold and termites. Full Story
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BASF Sponsors Live Spray Foam Demonstrations at IBS 2009
Application and advantages of BASF closed-cell foam insulation highlighted at Show Village Learning Center.
BASF COMFORT FOAM® spray-applied, closed-cell polyurethane foam insulation can be seen live at the 2009 International Builders’ Show in Las Vegas, Nevada starting Tuesday, January 20, 2009. Full Story
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Spray Foam Insulation Company Returns to Daytona 24 in 2009
Foametix Joins Forces with Autometrics
“We’re very pleased to return to Daytona for the legendary Rolex 24” stated H.D. “Scooter” Delaune, President of Foametix. “Last year was a great showcase for our product, and kicked off an amazing relationship between our product and motorsports.” Full Story
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SprayWorks Equipment Group Announces Spray Foam Robot
Spraybot Speeds Foam Application and Improves Quality
SprayWorks has developed a user-friendly robot to assist with spray foam roofing application. The Spraybot offers many improvements over previously available robots and can be used for much more than foam roofing. Full Story
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Foam Insulation Achieves GREENGUARD® Certification
CertaSprayTM closed-cell foam insulation has achieved GREENGUARD® Indoor Air Quality and GREENGUARD Children & Schools certification.
GREENGUARD Environmental Institute requires products to meet stringent standards in regard to chemical and particle emissions that can compromise healthy indoor air quality Full Story
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Commercial Air Barriers: An Emerging Market for Spray Foam
Air Barriers Provide Many "Green Building" Benefits for Building Owners
Commercial air barriers have become a critical component of many new “green” and LEED certified buildings. While they have become mandatory in a growing number of states around the nation, countless architects and building contractors in other areas Full Story
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Mid-America Coating Systems Selects Gama Spray Foam Equipment
New Spray Foam and Coatings Equipment is Used to Complete Large Foam Roofing Project.
Foam Contractor with over 30 years experience installing spray polyurethane roofing, insulation and protective coatings selects Gama® Spray Equipment for a 110,000 square foot sloped metal building. Full Story
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Foametix® to Sponsor SPEED GT Finale
Foametix has signed on to be the presenting sponsor for the final round of the SPEED GT season at Road Atlanta
The SCCA SPEED GT Finale Presented by Foametix begins with two practice sessions on Wednesday, Oct. 1, followed by a qualifying session on Thursday, Oct. 2. The race is Friday, Oct. 3, 2008. Full Story
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Maximizing Energy Efficiency with Bayseal™ Spray Foam Insulation
Bayer MaterialScience LLC, has teamed with EnergyWise, one of the nation’s leading thermal engineering firms.
Energywise – is a guaranteed energy savings building solution that combines expert structural energy analysis with a network of preferred contractor installers in order to maximize the performance of BaySystems™ Bayseal™ spray foam insulation product Full Story
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RICOWI Investigates Hurricane Ike Roofing Systems
Roof designs that did not meet manufacturers’ requirements and/or 2003-2006 building codes, as well as workmanship errors, resulted in damage that could have been prevented.
RICOWI is a nonprofit organization comprised of all of the major roofing associations and includes members of academia, educational and testing facilities and others involved in the science of roofing. Full Story
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How Thick Should Spray Foam Be Applied In Each Pass?
Top Industry Professionals Weigh In
This is a question vital to ensuring the quality and safety of any spray foam application. Whether using open or closed cell foam, roofing or wall insulation, there are certain guidelines that should be followed for suitable procedural practices. Full Story
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New York Spray Foam Utilizes Spray Foam to Heat Swimming Pools
Combined with Water Circulation Method, Reduces Heating Costs
New York Spray Foam, a company based out of Long Island, NY, has been utilizing spray foam insulation as an environmentally-friendly and cost efficient way to heat in-ground swimming pools. They complement this method with an innovative water circula Full Story
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Spray Foam Helps Insulate China’s National OLYMPIC Stadium
The energy-efficient material is used to insulate walls for seating areas for the National Stadium.
The stadium will be the venue for the Opening Ceremony of the 29th Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, which begin in August 2008. The nearly 2.8 million square-foot facility will hold more than 90,000 spectators. Full Story
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