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SPFA News and Announcements
The SPF industry wants champion advocates like you. We need contractors, suppliers, consultants, homeowners and design professionals around the USA to stand up for policies in your state and in your communities. Whether you are an industry leader or just getting started in the SPF industry, you can raise your voice up to influence policies impacting your business. The SPFAdvocacy Network has been created by the Spray Polyurethane Foam Alliance to raise awareness among elected officials and regulators about how public policies impact the spray polyurethane foam (SPF) industry. These policies can relate to a variety of topics such as energy efficiency, infrastructure, safety, chemical regulations, taxation and general operations – all of which will impact you, your family and your business. Join the SPFAdvocacy Network. There is no cost and you do not need to be an SPFA member. Encourage co-workers, customers, friends and family to join with you. Anyone that supports the SPF industry is welcome. Sign-up is easy and takes less than a minute: Maryland Residents: There is an upcoming bill, MD HB-108, which will eliminate the use of all SPF insulation and sealants in Maryland weatherization assistance programs. Your help is likely to be needed within the next few days. It is urgent that you sign up ASAP. Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710980&issueID=82890 to view the full article online.
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Scam artists are targeting many conventions and associations, including SprayFoam 2022 and SPFA with offers of selling our attendee list or our membership list. We do NOT sell our names. The information is proprietary and copyright protected. When there is a legitimate email address, our attorney sends a cease and desist letter. Please ignore and delete these message. Thank you.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=711629&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
Industry News and Announcements
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Projects scheduled to start construction in the next 12 months stand at 1,821 projects/210,890 rooms at the end of the fourth quarter.
Visit https://www.bdcnetwork.com/us-construction-pipeline-stands-4814-projects581953-rooms-year-end-2021 to view the full article online. |
Contractors who have had trouble filling open positions in 2021 may find their difficulties increasing in the new year. The situation is likely to result in more project delays and higher costs.
Visit https://www.constructormagazine.com/labor-shortage-likely-to-intensify/ to view the full article online.
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Construction finance firm Briq has unveiled Briq Cash, a new banking service that is exclusively available for contractors.
Visit https://www.constructiondive.com/news/contech-firm-launches-new-banking-service-for-contractors/617365/ to view the full article online. |
From the Current Issue of SPRAYFOAM PROFESSIONAL Magazine
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Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710984&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
SPFA Membership
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Any 2021 SPFA membership that was not renewed by December 31 is now lapsed. In order to be reinstated, please pay your membership fees promptly. All outstanding invoices were sent out this week. Please remember that discounts on SprayFoam Convention and Expo registration and PCP require companies to be members in good standing.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710991&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
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Chavez Spray Foam Insulation iFoam Conlogue’s Building & Property Management Magnolia Insulation, LLC Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710992&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
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SprayFoam 2024 Convention and Expo News
• January 26, 2022 – SPEAKERS: Speaker presentations due using the SF22 template
• February 3, 2022 – CONTRACTORS: Sign up for the FREE Field Exams by February 3 to be eligible for prize drawing of Graco Spray Gun (winner’s choice) or PMC AP-3 Spray Gun. We will continue to take signups for field exams but space is limited so sign up soon! • February 10, 2022 – EXHIBITORS: Deadline for discounts through Fern, CDS for all booth needs including furnishings, lead retrieval devices, etc. • February 15, 2022 – GOLFERS: Deadline for Golf Tournament and names for foursomes (Interested participants should register through our registration page. Cost is $145 per player.) • February 27, 2022 – EVERYONE: Deadline for Advance Convention Pricing – save $$ - register NOW! Prices are higher on-site! Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/sf22attendees to view the full article online.
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Are you debating if it is worthwhile to attend SprayFoam 2022 during these challenging times? Hear from an SPF contractor on why YOU should come to SprayFoam 2022!
Visit https://youtu.be/RZOE5fgO6OE to view the full article online. |
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Don’t miss this opportunity. We couldn’t hold field exams in 2020, but they are back in 2022 – we aren’t sure what will happen next year – so take advantage NOW! Here from an Accredited Contractor Company representative on 3 Reasons a SPF Contractor Should Take the Free PCP Exam...
Visit https://youtu.be/WMaRb1SyPDY to view the full article online. |
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Please check your mail! Earlier this week we sent out speaker information, including a link to a template to use for your presentation as well as a link to update your bio and photo for use in our Show App. If you didn’t receive the email, please contact Kelly Marcavage.
Deadline for presentations is January 26, 2022 at 5 p.m. ET! We LOVE it when you send them to us early! Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710986&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
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Excitement for the SPFA Convention is growing and folks are making plans to attend. The San Antonio Marriott River Walk is sold out on some of our convention nights. The GOOD NEWS is that the River Walk and downtown area of San Antonio has many hotel options. The Marriott River Center Hotel is directly across the street from our headquarter hotel and there are a multitude of other hotels nearby to suit every traveler’s preference. We suggest visiting www.marriott.com and/or the San Antonio Convention and Visitors Bureau website for other hotel information.
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710985&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
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Since the start of 2022, SPFA has received many questions regarding the status of SprayFoam 2022 Convention and Expo in regard to the recent Omicron outbreak. As of this writing, we are planning to move forward with the in-person event, following all venue, city and state requirements. Prior to opening registration, SPFA posted the SPFA Duty of Care Notice on the attendee registration page, which defines SPFA policies and procedures during the event. This week we’ve added an update section at the top of the SprayFoam 2022 webpage. Any changes to the event will be immediately posted here, so please check this page regularly. This update section also includes a link to the San Antonio Convention Center. On the top of the page, the latest COVID safeguards issued by the convention center and City of San Antonio are provided. If you have additional questions about the status of the show, please email Rick Duncan. Please scroll down to see additional news about SprayFoam 2022 Convention and Expo! Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/sprayfoam2022 to view the full article online. |
“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
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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. |
SPFA Job Board
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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.
Visit https://www.sprayfoam.org/jobboard to view the full article online. |
Visit https://www.naylornetwork.com/spf-nwl/articles/index-v2.asp?aid=710993&issueID=82890 to view the full article online.
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Federal/State Government News
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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=710994&issueID=82890 to view the full article online. |
Events
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It’s back in person, and you—and your key employees—need to be there! Join with hundreds of fellow roofing industry professionals and meet with your members of Congress to discuss the critical issues facing your company and the roofing industry. Highlights include: - Opening cocktail reception - Advocacy training and issues briefing - Presentations from members of Congress - Administration speakers who will address supply chain issues or OSHA policies - Best practices for Capitol Hill meetings presented by a Congressional Chief of Staff panel - Capitol Hill meetings with congressional representatives (in person and virtual) - Wrap-up Reception at the Top of The Hill Banquet Center overlooking the National Mall You get all this (and more) for a registration fee of only $95 for company representatives and $35 for field workers, students and spouses. Visit https://www.nrca.net/advocacy/roofingday to view the full article online. |