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On February 13, 2020, SPFA will host the Industry Excellence Awards Luncheon as part of The Sprayfoam Show 2020 Convention & Expo in Pasadena, California. There will be awards in several categories for projects that demonstrate excellence in our industry. A panel of industry experts will adjudicate the selection process through a blind judging process. Judges will not know to whom each of the entries belong, therefore the judging will be solely based on the merit of the project according to awards guidelines.
To be eligible for an award, projects must follow the following criteria:
Nominations can be made by any SPFA member.
Contractor nominees must be SPFA members to be entered into the contest.
The project must have been completed between December 1, 2018 and November 30, 2019.
ALL NOMINATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY December 6, 2019 midnight PST
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Please post an open position to www.spfa.boxwoodgo.com/jobs, (free for SPFA members), look through jobs, and consider how this new service will become a resource for your business. As the service is used, it will be refined and improved.
For more information, contact SPFA.
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SFWW, the global community of spray foam contractors, installers, and suppliers, announces the release of an exclusive series of sponsorship circles. Sponsors fall under Platinum and Gold status in accordance with their contributions to the group.
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Icynene-Lapolla, global supplier and manufacturer of high performance, energy efficient building envelope solutions, launched a new low-pressure, low density, two-component spray polyurethane foam. The new spray foam product is available in two sizes and named OC-450 and OC-1350, with each referring to the maximum amount of board feet the material will cover (450 and 1,350 respectively). Each option provides a compact and convenient size for contractors looking to complete touch ups on the job.
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>> Welcome New SPFA Members:
- Lucas Granules – Fontana, CA
- RoofTechPro, Ltd. – Canton, OH
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It has been an active summer for members of SPFA’s Building Envelope Committee and Roofing Committee.
As a result of the efforts of several volunteers, we are pleased to announce the publication of two new TechTips and a new TechDoc from the Building Envelope Committee. The new TechTips provide installation guidance in a short format on improving adhesion of SPF to engineered wood products, as well as guidance on the installation of SPF over wires and piping to reduce exothermic heat damage. The new TechDoc SPFA-153, “Spray Polyurethane Foam Insulation for Below Slab Applications” provides guidance for installation of closed-cell SPF below concrete slabs. Sub-slab insulation, installed before the concrete is poured, is an important application as building codes are increasing the requirements for insulation below sub-grade concrete slabs – especially in colder climates.
The Roofing Committee has been busy as well. In the 1990’s, SPFA developed the first SPF Roofing Brochure, AY-130. This document was last published in 1997. Recognizing the document needed to be updated, it was not included during the 2015 re-formatting of all of our TechDocs and briefly discontinued. After significant work with several Roofing Committee volunteers (Bruce Schenke, Jason Hoerter and Luke Nolan), and with support from our marketing consultant and graphic designer, we are pleased to publish the significantly updated SPFA-130 Roofing Brochure.
All of these TechTips and TechDocs are available for free download from the SPFA website here:
· TechTips
· TechDocs
Should you have any questions or comments about these new documents, or if you would like to participate in the document development and update process, contact any of our technical committee chairs or the SPFA Technical Director, Rick Duncan, rickduncan@sprayfoam.org.
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During 2020, the SPFA PCP is continuing the Roadshow making it easier for contractors everywhere to become certified!
For those who are attending the SPFA Convention and Exhibits in Pasadena, CA – here are a few suggestions to help you make the most of your trip!
Prior to coming to Pasadena, take the time to learn the important items in the first level of certification (SPF Assistant). You can either take the SPF Assistant Exam Prep course online or you may self-study, using PCP’s Study Guide. That will free up your schedule to take the SPF Installer Course (Wed. Feb 12) and the SPF Master Installer Course (Tues, Feb. 11) During the time you are in Pasadena, you can take the written exams, leaving only the Field Exam for the Master Installer level and we are bringing the Field Exams to you with our Roadshow in 2020. (Calendar of events will be posted in a few weeks.)
If you are already PCP Certified, this may be the time for you to move to the next level of certification. If so, you can prepare by taking the Exam Prep Course(s) or for the more experienced, you can self-study using our Study Guides!
If you aren’t sure the current status of your credentials within the PCP, simply contact Kelly Marcavage at kmarcavage@sprayfoam.org. She is also available to answer all of your questions and can help plan your strategy to achieve any level of certification whether it is in your office, at a Roadshow Event or during the Sprayfoam 2020 convention. There are many ways to accomplish your certification goals!
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Choose from the following official Show Hotels:
The Westin Pasadena
191 North Los Robles
Pasadena, CA 91101
**Sprayfoam Show 2020 Headquarter Hotel
Find us in the heart of one of California's most exciting cities, with easy access to cultural sites such as the Historic Old Town, museums, restaurants, and the Rose Bowl Stadium. We're also only a short distance from the Pasadena Conference Center. Fit calm and comfort into your agenda with our 29,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting space, stylish restaurant, and inviting lobby bar. Refresh in our WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio or our heated outdoor pool, with superb views of the city. We offer 350 newly renovated guest rooms and 18 unique suites, all boasting our signature white Heavenly® Bed with a pillow-top mattress. Many rooms offer great courtyard or mountain views, and all are furnished with the uplifting Heavenly® Bath.
Click here to make your reservation at The Westin Pasadena.
Sheraton Pasadena Hotel
303 Cordova Street
Pasadena, CA 91101
Nestled in a prime location, Sheraton Pasadena Hotel seamlessly blends upscale comfort with modern convenience. Our hotel is ideally situated adjacent to both the Pasadena Convention Center and the Pasadena Civic Auditorium for quick access to events. You'll love being walking distance from abundant shopping, dining and entertainment in Old Town. For adventures that'll take you beyond a short walk, we offer a complimentary local area shuttle to the city's landmarks, including the Rose Bowl. Stay connected with our full-service, 24-hour business center offering complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi. Keep in shape with cardio and weight training equipment at the modern Sheraton Fitness. Make yourself comfortable and relax on our plush beds while watching your TV or upgrade to a suite for extra space to spread out. After a busy day, enjoy California-style dining at the Restaurant Soleil, then lounge by the heated outdoor swimming pool. Experience an excellent stay at Sheraton Pasadena Hotel. The complimentary shuttle services a 3-mile radius, allowing guests to explore the city’s historic attractions.
Click here to make your reservation at the Sheraton Pasadena Hotel.
Hilton Pasadena
168 South Los Robles Avenue
Pasadena, CA 91101
The Hilton Pasadena is conveniently located one block from the Pasadena Convention Center and walking distance to many shops, restaurants, and entertainment spots right in the heart of the Playhouse District. A complimentary shuttle services a 2-mile radius offering ease and convenience. At our perfectly located Hilton Pasadena hotel we offer accessibility to the city's best attractions. Stroll to Old Pasadena, only minutes away, for a wide range of shopping, sight-seeing, dining and entertainment options. Swim lengths in the sparkling pool and recharge in our fitness center. Enjoy our on-site dining, perfect for private receptions with an impeccable experience.
Click here to make your reservation at the Hilton Pasadena.
Beware of pirates and poachers!
SPFA contracts for blocks of hotel rooms at discounted rates for the benefit of our attendees. Pirates and poachers not only jeopardize the show’s ability to meet its obligations, but also place attendees in danger of increased fees, credit card theft and phony reservations, resulting in no hotel room at all!
PIRATE: A fictitious business, often with a name like “Convention Housing Services.” A pirate will contact faculty, exhibitors or potential attendees. The pirate claims to be working with the show and will pressure you to reserve and pay for a hotel room immediately due to low inventory. They charge your credit card and also collect the information for future use but no hotel rooms are reserved.
POACHER: Hotel poachers, also known as third-party room-block marketing firms, often present themselves as either the official housing agency for a conference or authorized by it to book hotel reservations. A poacher offers hotel rooms outside of the show’s contracted block.
REMEMBER: SPFA WILL NOT TELEPHONE INDIVIDUALS REGARDING THE PURCHASE OF HOTEL RESERVATIONS.
PIRATES and POACHERS often misrepresent themselves by illegally using our logo.
When seeking SPFA information or conducting SPFA-related transactions online, remember that our URL is https://www.sprayfoam.org
If you are in doubt, please do not hesitate to contact us at info@sprayfoam.org or 800-523-6154.
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November 18-22, 2019
Rutledge, GA Hosted by ProFoam
Exam Prep Courses and Written Exams will be offered.
February 11-14, 2020
Pasadena, CA @ Sprayfoam 2020
Exam Prep Courses and Written Exams will be offered.
March 27-29, 2020
Greensboro, GA Hosted by Spray Foam Systems
Field Exams, Written Exams and Exam Prep Courses will be offered.
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