Nominations are now open for the SPFA 2024 Board of Directors. Whether you want to nominate a colleague or self-nominate, you can do so here. Be sure to check out the information on the recent changes in the board's composition and updates to SPFA By-Laws by visiting here. Note: you must be a member in good standing to submit a nomination or serve on the board.
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Johns Manville (JM), a leading manufacturer of premium-quality building and specialty products and a Berkshire Hathaway company, announced today its world headquarters will stay in downtown Denver through at least 2035. The company renewed a lease with Brookfield Properties for over 121,000 square feet of space on five floors in the high-rise building at 717 17th St.
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Among construction employees, falls from elevation remain the leading cause of death, accounting for 395 of 1,069 deaths in the industry according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. In its continued effort to spread awareness of fall hazards in the workplace, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) is hosting its annual National Safety Stand-Down to Prevent Falls in Construction May 6th – 10th.
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Part 2 of the series on how small changes can make a big difference to your business growth
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How spray foam and protective coatings helped reduce variations in temperature on wine tanks
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On Wednesday (April 24), equipment manufacturer Graco Inc. released its first-quarter financial results for 2024, reporting a 15% decrease in operating earnings for the quarter.
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Last week, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration published its 2023 injury and illness data. The data was collected under the agency's new Improve Tracking of Workplace Injuries and Illnesses regulation, which was published July 2023.
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TopBuild Corp. (NYSE:BLD), a leading installer and specialty distributor of insulation and building material products to the construction industry in the United States and Canada, today announced the mutual termination of its agreement to acquire Specialty Products and Insulation (“SPI”), originally announced on July 27, 2023.
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DOES SPRAY POLYURETHANE FOAM (SPF) NEED TO BE PROTECTED FROM FIRE?
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SPF (spray polyurethane foam), like most other organic materials, is combustible. SPFs are formulated with flame retardants to meet the requirements of various construction codes and performance standards.
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PPG reports first quarter 2024 financial results
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RICOWI Sponsoring Organizations and Affiliate Members are pleased to invite you to join us for the Fall 2024 Conference in Rome, NY.
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The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), the educational and technical resource to the spray polyurethane foam (SPF) industry, today announced that Frank Mortl III, CAE has officially joined the organization as Executive Director. In his role, Mortl will facilitate strategic direction on behalf of the SPFA’s Board of Directors and committees, along with leading staff in key marketing and membership activities with the primary goal of continuing the group on its path of growth.
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International Fire Technology Inc provides a list of keywords and phrases, along with their definition, commonly used in thermal barrier, ignition barrier, and fire protection.
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Join PDA for the second Applicator Level 1 training school of 2024!
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The Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance (SPFA), the educational and technical resource to the spray polyurethane foam (SPF) industry, today announced the winners of the 18th Annual SPFA National Industry Excellence Awards. Winners of the program, which is again sponsored by Arkema and Evonik, are contractors recognized for having some of the spray foam industry’s recent, outstanding projects.
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The time has come! Holster those tools, have a cup of coffee, and embrace a well-deserved break. The eagerly awaited moment has arrived—the unveiling of the 2023 Contractor of the Year. In this Show Issue of Spray Foam Magazine, our spotlight turns to the resilience and resurgence of SPF industry contractors. These individuals have navigated challenging times and emerged not only stronger but more resolute than ever.
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