SPFA News and Announcements
With the expected growth of $2.1 billion by 2023, this is the time to be seen and amplify your brand. There are rectangle ad positions available on SPFA’s website. Additionally, we have audience extension opportunities that allow you to do retargeting advertising to visitors from the SPFA website. These are both great NEW opportunities to heighten your brand in 2022 and prep for 2023! For more information, please click the links below.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=704141&issueID=80584 to view the full article online.
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Did you know the construction industry has the second highest rate of suicide in the United States at 53.3 per 100,000 workers according to the Center for Disease Control (CDC)? On November 18, SPFA sponsored a free public webinar delivered by Cal Beyer of CSDZ, an expert on the topic of worker suicide prevention. Cal has delivered a one-hour live webinar entitled "Shining Light on Mental Health & Suicide Prevention," which can be viewed on-demand HERE. Access to this webinar recording is free of charge to the public. Additionally, everyone is encouraged to take advantage of SPFA’s resources on mental health, substance abuse and suicide prevention available HERE.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=704134&issueID=80584 to view the full article online.
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Deadline extended until Friday, December 10, 2021 at midnight EST – FINAL DEADLINE NEW in 2022 – Chance to win a Grand Prize worth $10,000* Winning company works with experienced construction marketing company to implement promotional plan for your company. a.Get the word out about winning an SPFA NIE Award b. Promote your company in your local market (This could be indoor or outdoor marketing, digital or print, whatever works for the winning company!) c. Advocate using SPF in the construction industry The winning company in each category is eligible for the Grand Prize, which will be selected during the Awards Ceremony on March 2, 2022. For all the details about the NIE Awards and how you can enter, click HERE.
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/2022nieawards to view the full article online.
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Industry News and Announcements
From the Current Issue of SPRAYFOAM PROFESSIONAL Magazine
SprayFoam 2024 Convention and Expo News
The SprayFoam 2022 Convention schedule of Breakout Sessions has been announced. Be sure to check out the list of 40 different sessions with a wide variety of topics. There is something for every level of SPF Professional. Once you check out the list, be sure to take it to the next level and register for SprayFoam 2022!
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/files/SprayFoam%202022%20Breakout%20Sessions-PROOF5(1).pdf to view the full article online.
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San Antonio Riverwalk 889 East Market Street – San Antonio, TX Contrary to the rumors – there are still rooms available at the San Antonio Riverwalk Marriott, the SF22 Headquarter Hotel. Be sure to make your reservation soon to ensure you get into the Headquarter Hotel at the discounted rate. Please note, we are holding a few rooms on the weekend nights before and after our convention for those that want to extend their stay. If you are arriving early or staying late and get a notice while making hotel reservations that the hotel is sold out, don’t panic yet – contact kmarcavage@sprayfoam.org. When we are this early in the hotel reservation process, chances are you got this notice because one of the shoulder dates is filled and we can make adjustments based on hotel availability. This is why you should act NOW – we may be able to tweak the block now, it is much harder to do closer to our convention. Please note: The hotel will be offering the SPFA discounted rate until February 7, 2022 or until our room block sells out. Historically the rooms in the Headquarter Hotel fill quickly, so please make your reservation soon!
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/sf22hotels to view the full article online.
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Exhibitor Showcase Opportunities – open to Exhibitors who are SPFA Members. Spotlight your product and tell how it solves a problem. Space is limited and assigned on a first come basis. Email: kmarcavage@sprayfoam.org -- Subject: Exhibitor Showcase with a brief description of your problem solving product. Exhibitor Kit – all exhibitors were emailed a link to the Exhibitor Kit on November 29. Check your spam folder if you don’t see it. Please take the time to read it now and note the deadline for discounts is February 10, 2022. This is the one-stop place to order booth carpet, furnishings, food and utilities for your booth and answer many questions you have. New Products being shown in San Antonio will be highlighted in Spring issue of Sprayfoam Professional Magazine. SprayFoam 2022 Exhibitors who are SPFA Members can submit a 100-word description and photo by December 20, 2021 to kmarcavage@sprayfoam.org with any questions.
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/sf22exhibitors to view the full article online.
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“All Star Creator – How Employees and Employers Create a Culture that Attracts Top Talent” Join construction business expert as shares insight during the SprayFoam 2022 keynote presentation.
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/sprayfoam2022 to view the full article online.
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SPFA Courses and Certification
If you are seeking PCP Certification, please note these PCP Activities at SprayFoam 2022 in San Antonio. Plan on being in San Antonio on Monday and Tuesday, February 28 and March 1 for these pre-convention activities. Exam Prep Courses (8am-4pm) Monday, Feb. 28 Tues, March 1 SPF Assistant SPF Installer (Insulation) SPF Master Installer (Roofing) SPF Project Manager (Insulation) SPF Master Installer (Insulation) SPF Installer (Roofing) SPF Project Manager (Roofing) PCP Field Exams (Monday and Tuesday, Feb 28-March 1: 8am-4pm)
Required for SPF Master Installer Certification. Field Exams will be offered for Roofing, Open and Closed Cell Insulation. PCP Written Exams (Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 28-March 2: 8am-6pm and Thurs, March 3 8am-4pm) Written Exams are conducted in testing room within the hours listed above.
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/PCP to view the full article online.
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SPFA Job Board
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.
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/jobboard to view the full article online.
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Federal/State Government News
Presently nine states have restrictions in place on the use of hydrofluorocarbon (HFC) blowing agents used in high-pressure closed-cell spray polyurethane foam (ccSPF). These states include WA, CA, CO, NY, VT, MA, NJ, MD and DE. Starting January 1, 2022, two more states, ME and VA, will be added to this list. Five other states, OR, NV, TX, CT and RI are developing similar regulations that could be in place by 2023. However, it is possible that these states may defer to federal action on HFCs. EPA recently approved several petitions under the AIM Act. This approval indicates EPA is planning to implement a national framework to phase-down HFCs. The American Chemistry Council’s Center for the Polyurethanes Industry website maintains an interactive map that summarizes state-specific requirements. The map may be found here. SPFA recommends that all SPF contractors doing business in these states work with their suppliers to determine the specific details regarding the transportation, storage, sales and reporting requirements for each state.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=703747&issueID=80584 to view the full article online.
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Sprayfoam Professional Call for Submissions
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