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SPFA is providing a printed two-page handout on new SPF blowing agent regulations and GWP impact information from our recent EPDs to more than 200 attendees of the 2021 Architectural Plastics and Polymer Composites in the 21st Century Conference on March 20-22, 2021 in Cambridge, MA. This is the first document SPFA has developed for its new Counting Carbon program. SPF contractors and suppliers may find this useful when discussing the new blowing agents and their impacts with architects, design professionals and concerned building owners. Stay tuned for more Counting Carbon publications from SPFA. Please contact Rick Duncan if you would like to learn more about this program rickduncan@sprayfoam.org.
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San Antonio, TX February 28 – March 3 In less than one year, we’ll be kicking off Sprayfoam 2022 in San Antonio, Texas! As we begin planning, we want to hear from YOU! SPFA staff will be sending out a short survey within the next few weeks asking for feedback for Sprayfoam 2022. Please take the time to answer a few questions. We welcome your suggestions, but along with suggestions, we encourage your involvement! It is a great time to join a committee or a special task force focused on one aspect of the convention. Participation on committees is open to all SPFA Members. Please contact Kelly Marcavage, kmarcavage@sprayfoam.org, with any questions. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=668227&issueID=76901 to view the full article online. |
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The U.S. Small Business Administration announced extended deferment periods for all disaster loans, including the COVID-19 Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program, until 2022. • All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2020, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 24-months from the date of the note. • All SBA disaster loans made in calendar year 2021, including COVID-19 EIDL, will have a first payment due date extended from 12-months to 18-months from the date of the note. Visit https://www.sba.gov/about-sba/sba-newsroom/press-releases-media-advisories/covid-19-eidl-deferment-period-extended to view the full article online. |
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The $1.9 trillion relief bill signed by President Biden includes $219.8 billion in recovery funds will be given to states that could be used for infrastructure or construction projects.
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The American High-Speed Rail Act, introduced by Reps. Seth Moulton, D-MA, Brendan Boyle, D-PA, Suzan DelBene, D-WA, and Mike Doyle, D-PA, would provide $41 billion over five years in Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) grants for high-speed projects, and offer incentives for $38 billion in non-federal funding.
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Work zone safety is everyone’s responsibility. It takes contractors, engineers and traffic control plan supervisors to properly plan and design the work zones.
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has issued guidance on what precautions are still necessary after someone has been fully vaccinated. The guidance cautions that while it may be safe to gather indoors with others who have been fully vaccinated, mask wearing is still recommended in public and when gathering with unvaccinated people from more than one household. The CDC also recommends that people fully vaccinated avoid medium and large-sized gatherings, delay domestic and international travel, and continue to follow workplace guidance.
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Finishing touches are being done with the "Contractor Member Search" feature. When someone is looking for an SPF Contractor, in addition to narrowing their search by geographic radius or insulation/roofing/specialty SPF installations, they also have the option of selecting "PCP accredited company" or "company that employs PCP certified individuals." If you want to be listed in these searches, then NOW is the time to either complete your certification OR renew your credentials. If you have questions about your status or how to become certified, please contact certdirector@sprayfoam.org. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=667936&issueID=76901 to view the full article online.
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SPFA is doing its part to bring awareness of open positions in the industry to our members, partners, and untapped talent pools. For every one of these positions going unfilled it’s an opportunity missed, an extra staffing challenge drawing attention away from other important priorities, or a customer perhaps needing to wait longer than they should have to.
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“Critical Contract Provisions for Sprayfoam Contractors”, presented by Trent Cotney, CEO of Cotney Attorneys and Consultants. Watch for more event details and registration in the SPFA Events Calendar on www.sprayfoam.org.
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SprayWorks Equipment is launching its new free online spray foam training, titled Introduction to Insulation Spray Foam. The free training is a first step for new foamers or new business owners looking to understand the basics of spray foam. The new online training includes the following features; • One-step registration and saved steps to allow students to return when it’s convenient • A new graphic, rich environment that works quickly and makes learning clear and concise • Automatic certificate of completion with a successful score of 80% or above Visit https://sprayworksequipment.com/spray-foam-training-central/online-registration/ to view the full article online.
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